The major in kinesiology places emphasis on the attainment of disciplinary knowledge in the anatomical, biomechanical, developmental, physiological, and neurological aspects of physical activity, explores how physical activity relates to human well-being, and offers an area of emphasis in exercise science.

The bachelor’s degree program in kinesiology is designed to prepare students to enter a variety of fields associated with sport, exercise science, and allied health services. Students who graduate from this program often enter professional exercise science programs or graduate studies in kinesiology.

Admission as a Junior

Admission to the major requires completion of at least 56 credits acceptable to the College with a cumulative university grade-point average of 2.0 or above and a minimum grade of 2.00 in each of the following courses: Chemistry 141, Kinesiology 216, Mathematics 103, Physics 231, and Physiology 250.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology

1. The University requirements for bachelor’s degrees as described in the Undergraduate Education section of this catalog; 120 credits, including general elective credits, are required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. Students must take Mathematics 103 and 114 or Mathematics 116 to fulfill the math requirement of the University.
   
   Students enrolled in the Kinesiology major leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in the Department of Kinesiology may complete an alternative track to Integrative Studies in Biological and Physical Sciences that consists of the following courses: Chemistry 141 and 161, Physics 231 and 251, and Physiology 250. The completion of Chemistry 161 and Physics 251 satisfies the laboratory requirement. Chemistry 141 and 161, Physics 231 and 251, and Physiology 250 may be counted toward both the alternative track and the requirements for the major referenced in item 2.a. below.
   
   The University’s Tier II writing requirement for the Kinesiology major is met by completing Kinesiology 345 or 445. Those courses are referenced in item 2.d. below.
2. The following requirements for the major:

   a.	All of the following with a minimum grade of 2.0 in each course (17 credits):
   	CEM	141	General Chemistry				4
   	KIN	216	Applied Human Anatomy				3
   	MTH	103	College Algebra				3
   	PHY	231	Introductory Physics I				3
   	PSL	250	Introductory Physiology				4
   b.	All of the following courses with a minimum grade-point average of 2.0 (15 credits):
   	KIN	121	The Healthy Lifestyle				3
   	KIN	173	Foundations of Kinesiology				3
   	KIN	250	Measurement in Kinesiology				3
   	KIN	310	Physiological Bases of Physical Activity				3
   	KIN	330	Biomechanics of Physical Activity				3
   c.	Both of the following courses (2 credits):
   	CEM	161	Chemistry Laboratory I				1
   	PHY	251	Introductory Physics Laboratory I				1
   d.	One of the following courses (3 credits):
   	KIN	345	Sport and Exercise Psychology (W)				3
   	KIN	445	Sociocultural Analysis of Physical Activity (W)				3
   e.	One of the following courses (3 credits):
   	KIN	360	Physical Growth and Motor Behavior				3
   	KIN	365	Sensorimotor Control				3
   f.	Completion of an approved cognate in kinesiology (a minimum of 12 credits).
   g.	An internship experience approved by the Kinesiology Internship Coordinator from one of the following courses (3 to 6 credits):
   	KIN	492	Internship: Non-Physiologically Based				3 to 6
   	KIN	493	Internship: Physiologically Based				3 to 6
   	Kinesiology 492 is designed for seniors who have completed one of the following cognates: Adapted Physical Activity, Administration, Biomechanics, Communication, Growth and Motor Development, Orthotics and Prosthetics, or Psychological Aspects. Kinesiology 493 is designed for seniors who have completed one of the following cognates: Cardiac Rehabilitation, Exercise Physiology, Fitness Leadership, Nutrition, or Pre-professional.