KINE Kinesiology

Courses

KINE-1106: Basketball I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with basic fundamentals of basketball to include dribbling, passing, shooting and offensive/ defensive positioning. This course also introduces basic rules and terminology of basketball.

KINE-1107: Basketball II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with basic fundamentals of basketball to include dribbling, passing, shooting and offensive/ defensive positioning. This course also introduces basic rules and terminology of basketball.

KINE-1108: Bowling I

Credit Hours 1
This course introduces students to fundamentals of bowling, lane etiquette, target bowling, 3-6-10 spare system and scoring. The course also includes individual bowling and in-class league tournament.

KINE-1109: Bowling II

Credit Hours 1
This course introduces students to fundamentals of bowling, lane etiquette, target bowling, 3-6-10 spare system and scoring. The course also includes individual bowling and in-class league tournament.

KINE-1110: Fitness Walking I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with fitness walking as a choice to improve cardiovascular endurance. Also includes an introduction to basic resistance and core exercise to provide a full-body workout.

KINE-1111: Fitness Walking II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with fitness walking as a choice to improve cardiovascular endurance. Also includes an introduction to basic resistance and core exercise to provide a full-body workout.

KINE-1114: Spin Bike I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to improve fitness and endurance by participating in an indoor cycling workout. Also includes core exercise.

KINE-1115: Spin Bike II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to improve fitness and endurance by participating in an indoor cycling workout. Also includes core exercise.

KINE-1120: Tae Kwon Do I

Credit Hours 1
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the Martial Art of TAE KWON DO, which involves physical activity as well as mental discipline. Instruction and participation in physical and recreational activities.

KINE-1121: Tae Kwon Do II

Credit Hours 1
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the Martial Art of TAE KWON DO, which involves physical activity as well as mental discipline. Instruction and participation in physical and recreational activities.

KINE-1122: Kickboxing

Credit Hours 1
This course introduces students to proper Kickboxing technique and form. Kickboxing will be used to develop fitness in cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, balance, speed and coordination.

KINE-1123: Muay Thai Kickboxing I

Credit Hours 1
This course introduces students to the fundamental basics of Muay Thai kickboxing. Muay Thai is the art of 8 limbs using boxing, elbow strikes, knee strikes and kicks as weapons. This system provides strength, cardiovascular fitness and self-defense.

KINE-1124: Muay Thai Kickboxing II

Credit Hours 1
This course introduces students to the fundamental basics of Muay Thai kickboxing. Muay Thai is the art of 8 limbs using boxing, elbow strikes, knee strikes and kicks as weapons. This system provides strength, cardiovascular fitness and self-defense.

KINE-1125: Physical Conditioning I

Credit Hours 1
This course emphasizes the development of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility through the use of cardio-activities, resistance training and core exercises.

KINE-1126: Physical Conditioning II

Credit Hours 1
This course emphasizes the development of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility through the use of cardio-activities, resistance training and core exercises.

KINE-1127: Soccer I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic fundamentals of soccer to include dribbling, passing, tackling, shooting, throwins and offensive/defensive positioning. Also introduces basic rules and terminology of soccer.

KINE-1128: Soccer II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic fundamentals of soccer to include dribbling, passing, tackling, shooting, throwins and offensive/defensive positioning. Also introduces basic rules and terminology of soccer.

KINE-1132: Swimming I

Credit Hours 1
This course is for students who have little or no experience in the water to the advanced swimmer. Students will be taught basic water safety, floating, treading water, proper breathing and 5 basic swim strokes (front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, elementary back stroke and side stroke).

KINE-1133: Swimming II

Credit Hours 1
This course is for students who have little or no experience in the water to the advanced swimmer. Students will be taught basic water safety, floating, treading water, proper breathing and 5 basic swim strokes (front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, elementary back stroke and side stroke).

KINE-1135: Tennis I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic fundamentals of tennis to include basic groundstrokes, serving, volleying and offensive/defensive positioning. Students will also learn basic rules, terminology and etiquette of the game.

KINE-1136: Tennis II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic fundamentals of tennis to include basic groundstrokes, serving, volleying and offensive/defensive positioning. Students will also learn basic rules, terminology and etiquette of the game.

KINE-1137: Volleyball I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic fundamentals of volleyball to include passing, setting, serving, hitting and offensive/defensive positioning. Students will also learn basic rules and terminology.

KINE-1138: Volleyball II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic fundamentals of volleyball to include passing, setting, serving, hitting and offensive/defensive positioning. Students will also learn basic rules and terminology.

KINE-1139: Water Fitness I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, strength and flexibility while using the water resistance. The resistance of water reduces impact on the joints of the body and challenges all fitness levels. Swimming skills are not required.

KINE-1140: Water Fitness II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, strength and flexibility while using the water resistance. The resistance of water reduces impact on the joints of the body and challenges all fitness levels. Swimming skills are not required.

KINE-1143: Weight Training I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed for the beginner or novice weight lifter. This course introduces fundamental skills of weight training for personal fitness. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques, training programs and nutrition.

KINE-1144: Weight Training II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed for the beginner or novice weight lifter. This course introduces fundamental skills of weight training for personal fitness. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques, training programs and nutrition.

KINE-1146: Yoga I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to improve muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, posture, balance and relaxation techniques. Students gain an increased understanding of yoga postures, benefits associated with yoga and meditation.

KINE-1147: Yoga II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed to improve muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, posture, balance and relaxation techniques. Students gain an increased understanding of yoga postures, benefits associated with yoga and meditation.

KINE-1148: Kickboxing II

Credit Hours 1
This course introduces students to proper Kickboxing technique and form. Kickboxing will be used to develop fitness in cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, balance, speed and coordination.

KINE-1149: Jogging I

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed for the beginner as well as the novice jogger. Students begin with low-intensity, short-distance training before progressing into a more aggressive, longer training distance. The course covers proper running mechanics, types of training and benefits of cardiovascular training.

KINE-1150: Jogging II

Credit Hours 1
This course is designed for the beginner as well as the novice jogger. Students begin with low-intensity, short-distance training before progressing into a more aggressive, longer training distance. The course covers proper running mechanics, types of training and benefits of cardiovascular training.

KINE-1301: Foundations of Kinesiology

Credit Hours 3
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to human movement that includes the historical development of physical education, exercise science, and sport. This course offers the student both an introduction to the knowledge base, as well as, information on expanding career opportunities.

KINE-1304: Personal/Community Health

Credit Hours 3
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals, concepts, strategies, applications, and contemporary trends related to understanding personal and/or community health issues. This course also focuses on empowering various populations with the ability to practice healthy living, promote healthy lifestyles, and enhance individual well-being. This course does not replace the physical activity course(s) requirement for the award of the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degrees.

KINE-1306: First Aid

Credit Hours 3
Instruction and practice for emergency care. Designed to enable students to recognize and avoid hazards within their environment, to render intelligent assistance in case of accident or sudden illness, and to develop skills necessary for the immediate and temporary care of the victim. Successful completion of the course may enable the student to receive a certificate from a nationally recognized agency. American Heart Association certification in CPR, Basic Life Saving (BLS) and/or Heartsaver may be earned. An additional fee will be charged in this course for American Heart Association Certifications. This course does not replace the physical activities course(s)requirement for the award of the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Applied Science degrees.

KINE-1321: Coaching/Sports/Athletics

Credit Hours 3
Techniques and theories underlying the coaching of men’s and women’s sports. Special emphasis upon AIDS, equipment, organization, and administration of the program. This course does not replace the physical activity course(s) requirement for the award of the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies nor the Associate of Applied Science of Applied Technology degrees.

KINE-1338: Concepts of Physical Fitness

Credit Hours 3
To provide professional development as well as theoretical proficiency required for qualified personal trainers. This course will also provide a hands-on approach as an integral component of preparation for careers that emphasize exercise prescription and training utilizing a practical skill approach. After completion of this program students will be prepared to sit for the ACSM-CPT exam and enter the job market with a valid credential denoting their qualified status. This course does not replace the physical activity course(s) requirement for the award of the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of applied Science, Associate of General Studies not the Associate of Applied Science of Applied Technology degrees.

KINE-2100: Zoomba Cardio

Credit Hours 1
Zoomba is a Latin inspired dance-fitness course that incorporates international and pop music for a total-body workout. This course combines all elements of fitness, such as cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.

KINE-2104: Zoomba Cardio II

Credit Hours 1
Zoomba is a Latin inspired dance-fitness course that incorporates international and pop music for a total-body workout. This course combines all elements of fitness, such as cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.

KINE-2105: Krav Self-Defense I

Credit Hours 1
This course involves multiple levels of self-defense, various martial arts techniques, and skills based on safety principles such as the ABCs of Conflict Avoidance, your body’s natural weapons, and target areas for striking. Self-defense training will teach you to be in control, have an action plan, and react quickly to any situation.

KINE-2106: Krav Self-Defense II

Credit Hours 1
This course involves multiple levels of self-defense, various martial arts techniques, and skills based on safety principles such as the ABCs of Conflict Avoidance, your body’s natural weapons, and target areas for striking. Self-defense training will teach you to be in control, have an action plan, and react quickly to any situation.

KINE-2107: Bootcamp Fitness I

Credit Hours 1
This course incorporates High Intensity Interval Training (HITT) in a motivating boot camp setting. Bootcamp classes combine functional training exercises and partner and group training. This course incorporates running, plyometric drills, body weight exercises, medicine balls, battle ropes, tires, free weights, sand bags and more.

KINE-2108: Bootcamp Fitness II

Credit Hours 1
This course incorporates High Intensity Interval Training (HITT) in a motivating boot camp setting. Bootcamp classes combine functional training exercises and partner and group training. This course incorporates running, plyometric drills, body weight exercises, medicine balls, battle ropes, tires, free weights, sand bags and more.

KINE-2109: Eagle Fit I

Credit Hours 1
This course uses varied functional movements performed at high intensity in a team setting similar to CrossFit. The movements are taken from gymnastics, weight lifting, running, towing, and a variety of other types of workouts.

KINE-2110: Eagle Fit II

Credit Hours 1
This course uses varied functional movements performed at high intensity in a team setting similar to CrossFit. The movements are taken from gymnastics, weight lifting, running, towing, and a variety of other types of workouts.

KINE-2111: Step Workout

Credit Hours 1

This course is designed to promote the overall health and wellness benefits by incorporating HITT (High Intensity Interval Training) in a motivation Step Workout setting. Step Workout classes combine a variety of step routines with body weight strength training in an energetic workout environment.