Jun 15, 2024

2023-24 Undergraduate Bulletin

Kinesiology, BS

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Exercise Science

The Bachelor of Science in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science prepares students for future specialized training and careers in clinical medicine, research, rehabilitation, therapy, fitness, athletic strength/conditioning and other allied-health areas. The exercise science program provides a rigorous, scientific-based curriculum and hands-on clinical and field experiences to provide students with an understanding of various career demands and possibilities.

Increases in public awareness of the importance of overall health, physical activity and exercise have led to intensive growth in the public and private sectors of health and fitness clubs (primary and secondary intervention), as well as clinical settings often housed within hospitals (secondary and tertiary intervention). In response to this growth, the exercise science program is designed to prepare students to meet the increased demands for professionally certified individuals.

Students are encouraged to participate in the activities of the SFA Alliance; the departmental professional club, PEK Honors Fraternity, SFA’s food pantry, and other related departmental activities.

All-level Teaching

The Bachelor of Science in kinesiology with an emphasis in Physical Education Teacher Education EC-12 (All-Level Teaching) is nationally recognized by the Society of Health and Physical Educators and prepares students to be certified teachers in physical education in Texas.

Students in this program are required to participate in vigorous physical activities and successfully complete physical fitness tests.

A 2.75 GPA in coursework completed at SFA, along with a 2.75 GPA in coursework completed in the major and minor fields considered separately at SFA, is required for graduation. These required averages are based on those courses in each category that are included in the student’s official degree plan.

Degree Requirements

A sample degree plan is available on the departmental website.

University Core Curriculum Requirements

A. Communication

Three hours from:

ENGL 1301 - Rhetoric and Composition Credit(s): 3
ENGL 1303 - Honors Composition: Analysis, Argument and Research Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking Credit(s): 3
SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3
SPCH 2333 - Teamwork and Group Communication Credit(s): 3

B. Mathematics

Three hours from:

MATH 1332 - Math in Society Credit(s): 3
MATH 1350 - Introduction to Foundations of Mathematics I Credit(s): 3
MATH 1314 - College Algebra Credit(s): 3
MATH 1324 - Finite Mathematics Credit(s): 3
MATH 1342 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credit(s): 3

C. Life and Physical Sciences

For Exercise Science

Six hours from:

PHYS 1305 - Conceptual Physics I Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 3

For Kinesiology Teaching

Three hours from:

PHYS 1305 - Conceptual Physics I Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 3
BIOL 1309 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II Credit(s): 3

D. Language, Philosophy and Culture

Three hours from:

ENGL 2341 - Introduction to Literature Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2309 - Introduction to Mythology Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2332 - World Literature to 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2333 - World Literature from 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2322 - British Literature to 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2323 - British Literature from 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2327 - American Literature to 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2328 - American Literature from 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2335 - Literary Genres Credit(s): 3
HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II Credit(s): 3
HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit(s): 3
PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics Credit(s): 3

E. Creative Arts

Three hours from:

ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1303 - Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century) Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1304 - Art History II (14th Century to the present) Credit(s): 3
DANC 2303 - Dance Appreciation Credit(s): 3
MUMH 1307 - Intro to Music Literature Credit(s): 3
MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 1310 - Theatre Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 2366 - Film and Culture Credit(s): 3

F. American History

Six hours from:

HIST 1301 - United States History I Credit(s): 3
HIST 1302 - United States History II Credit(s): 3

G. Government/Political Science

Six hours from:

GOVT 2301 - Introduction to American Government: Theory and Politics Credit(s): 3
GOVT 2302 - Introduction to American Government: Structure and Functions Credit(s): 3

H. Social and Behavioral Sciences

Three hours from:

ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology Credit(s): 3
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography Credit(s): 3
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology Credit(s): 3
SOCI 1301 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3

I. Component Area Option

Three hours from:

ENGL 1302 - Research and Argument Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

BUSI 2304 - Business Communication Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2311 - Technical and Scientific Writing Credit(s): 3
FREN 1311 - Elementary French I Credit(s): 3
FREN 1312 - Elementary French II Credit(s): 3
GERM 1311 - Elementary German I Credit(s): 3
GERM 1312 - Elementary German II Credit(s): 3
PORT 1311 - Elementary Portuguese I Credit(s): 3
PORT 1312 - Elementary Portuguese II Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1311 - Elementary Spanish I Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1312 - Elementary Spanish II Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1301 - Beginning American Sign Language Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1302 - Intermediate American Sign Language Credit(s): 3

Foundation of Knowledge

PHYS 1105 - Conceptual Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credit(s): 1

For Exercise Science

PHYS 1105 - Conceptual Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credit(s): 1

For Kinesiology Teaching

Required Course

HDFS 2302 - Human Growth and Development Credit(s): 3

Core Science Labs

Two hours from:

PHYS 1105 - Conceptual Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credit(s): 1
BIOL 1109 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II Lab Credit(s): 1

Kinesiology Major

Required Courses

HLTH 1304 - Core Concepts in Health Credit(s): 3
KINE 1301 - Foundation of Kinesiology Credit(s): 3
KINE 1338 - Physical Fitness Concepts and Wellness Credit(s): 3
KINE 3330 - Measurement and Evaluation Credit(s): 3
KINE 3353 - Physiology of Exercise Credit(s): 3
KINE 3153 - Physiology of Exercise Laboratory Credit(s): 1
KINE 4317 - Analysis of Movement Credit(s): 3
KINE 4117 - Analysis of Movement Lab Credit(s): 1

Kinesiology Concentrations

Complete one of the following concentrations:

Exercise Science Concentration

Required Courses

KINE 2356 - Prevention and Care of Injuries Credit(s): 3
KINE 3335 - Dietary Considerations for Physical Activity and Exercise Credit(s): 3
KINE 4331 - Organization and Administration of Activity Programs Credit(s): 3
KINE 4351 - Fitness Appraisal and Exercise Prescription Credit(s): 3
KINE 4367 - Exercise Testing Field/Clinical Credit(s): 3
KINE 4368 - Exercise and Dietary Psychology Credit(s): 3

Advanced Kinesiology

Six hours from:

KINE 3367 - Orthopedic Assessment for the Lower Body Credit(s):
KINE 3167 - Orthopedic Assessment of the Lower Body Laboratory Credit(s): 1
KINE 3387 - Rehabilitation for the Physically Active Credit(s): 3
KINE 3187 - Rehabilitation for the Physically Active Laboratory Credit(s): 1
KINE 4350 - Personal Training Certification Preparation Credit(s): 3
KINE 4352 - Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription Credit(s): 3
KINE 4353 - Advanced Topics in Physiology of Exercise Credit(s): 3
KINE 4363 - Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning Credit(s): 3
KINE 4180 - Exercise Science Internship Credit(s): 1 to 3

Kinesiology Activity

Two hours from:

KINE 1105 - Soccer Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 1106 - Volleyball Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 1112 - Basketball Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 1115 - Bowling Credit(s): 1
KINE 1210 - Jogging Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 1214 - Tennis Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 1216 - Scuba Diving Credit(s): 2
KINE 1219 - Taekwondo Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2121 - Weight Training Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 2144 - Golf Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 2162 - Racquetball Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 2170 - Angling Lab Credit(s): 1
KINE 2209 - Beginning Swimming Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2210 - Intermediate Swimming Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2211 - ARC Lifeguarding Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2216 - Intermediate Tennis Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2217 - Advanced Scuba Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2219 - Advanced Taekwondo Lab Credit(s): 2
KINE 2312 - Water Safety Instruction Lab Credit(s): 3

Physical Education Teacher Education EC-12 (All-Level Teaching) Concentration

Introductory Courses

A grade of C or better is required in each of the following:

KINE 2234 - Innovative Games and Sports Credit(s): 2
KINE 2235 - Team Games and Sports Credit(s): 2
KINE 2236 - Individual Games and Sports Credit(s): 2

Required Courses

KINE 3331 - Concepts of Elementary Physical Education Credit(s): 3
KINE 3333 - Concepts of Secondary Physical Education Credit(s): 3
KINE 3349 - Psychomotor Development Movement Activities Credit(s): 3
KINE 4360 - Principles of Coaching Interscholastic Athletics Credit(s): 3
KINE 4362 - Motor Learning Credit(s): 3
KINE 4370 - Senior Seminar Credit(s): 3
KINE 4387 - Activities for Special Populations Credit(s): 3

Professional Education Requirements

SEED 3370 - Sociocultural and Historic Perspectives in American Education Credit(s): 3
SEED 3371 - Curriculum and Instructional Design Credit(s): 3
SEED 3372 - Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in Diverse Classrooms Credit(s): 3
SEED 4343 - Education in a Global Society Credit(s): 3
SEED 4350 - Assessment for Diverse and Contemporary Classrooms Credit(s): 3
SEED 4360 - Motivating and Managing the Active Learning Environment Credit(s): 3

Clinical Teaching

Three hours from each of the following:

ELED 4242 - Clinical Teaching in the Elementary School Credit(s): 2 to 12
SEED 4242 - Clinical Teaching in a Secondary Learning Community Credit(s): 2 to 12

Minor (For the Exercise Science Concentration)

Select an academic minor with the guidance of an advisor. The minor must contain at least six advanced in-residence semester credit hours.

General Electives

The student may be required to complete additional elective hours to complete the degree.

Total Hours: 120

Grade Requirements

A grade of at least C in each first-year English course (ENGL 1301 , ENGL 1302 )
A C average in work completed in the major field
A C average in work completed in the minor field

The required averages are based on those SFA courses taken in each category that are included in the student’s official degree plan (CAPP). Transfer and advanced placement coursework are not included in GPA calculations.

In-Residence Requirement

Undergraduate Degree Programs

Undergraduate degrees require at least 25% semester credit hours completed in-residence.

Undergraduate degrees with 120 hours total degree program hours require a minimum of 30 advanced (upper level) in-residence semester credit hours. The in-residence hour requirement will be fulfilled as part of the individual discipline major, which includes as least 12 advanced in-residence semester credit hours. Minor requirements also may contribute to the total in-residence hours as at least six advanced in-residence semester credit hours are required. The balance of in-resident hours will be fulfilled through additional advanced semester credit hours and may include further major and minor coursework.

Undergraduate degrees with more than 120 total degree program hour requirements will ensure semester credit hours for the specific discipline include at least 25% of total semester credit hours in-residence.

View HOP policy 02-214.