Nov 26, 2024

2019-20 Undergraduate Bulletin

2019-20 Undergraduate Bulletin ARCHIVED

Kinesiology, Exercise Science, B.S.

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.

Kinesiology majors are required to take BIO 238 and PHY 101 as part of the quantitative skills and science requirements of the Bachelor of Science.

Students are encouraged to participate in the activities of the SFA Alliance, the departmental professional club, PEK Honors Fraternity, Hunger Jacks and other related departmental activities.

1. University Core Curriculum Requirements

A. Communication

Three hours from:

ENG 131 - Rhetoric and Composition Credit(s): 3
ENG 133 - Honors Composition: Analysis, Argument and Research Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

COM 111 - Public Speaking Credit(s): 3
COM 170 - Interpersonal Communication I Credit(s): 3
COM 215 - Teamwork and Group Communication Credit(s): 3

B. Mathematics

Three hours from:

MTH 110 - Math in Society Credit(s): 3
MTH 127 - Introduction to Foundations of Mathematics I Credit(s): 3
MTH 138 - College Algebra Credit(s): 3
MTH 143 - Finite Mathematics Credit(s): 3
MTH 220 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credit(s): 3

C. Life and Physical Sciences

Six hours from:

PHY 101 - General Physics I Credit(s): 3
BIO 238 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 3

D. Language, Philosophy and Culture

Three hours from:

ENG 200 - Introduction to Literature Credit(s): 3
ENG 209 - Introduction to Mythology Credit(s): 3
ENG 211 - World Literature to 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENG 212 - World Literature from 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENG 221 - British Literature to 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENG 222 - British Literature from 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENG 229 - American Literature to 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENG 230 - American Literature from 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENG 233H - Literary Genres Credit(s): 3
HIS 151 - Western Civilization to 1500 Credit(s): 3
HIS 152 - Western Civilization Since 1500 Credit(s): 3
HIS 161 - World History to 1500 Credit(s): 3
HIS 162 - World History Since 1500 Credit(s): 3
PHI 153 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit(s): 3
PHI 223 - Introduction to Ethics Credit(s): 3

E. Creative Arts

Three hours from:

ART 280 - Art Appreciation Credit(s): 3
ART 281 - Art History Survey I Credit(s): 3
ART 282 - Art History Survey II Credit(s): 3
DAN 140 - Dance Appreciation Credit(s): 3
MHL 245 - Intro to Music Literature Credit(s): 3
MUS 140 - Music Appreciation Credit(s): 3
THR 161 - Theatre Appreciation Credit(s): 3
THR 163 - Film and Culture Credit(s): 3

F. American History

Six hours from:

HIS 133 - U.S. History Survey, 1000-1877 Credit(s): 3
HIS 134 - U.S. History Survey, 1877-Present Credit(s): 3

G. Government/Political Science

Six hours from:

PSC 141 - Introduction to American Government: Theory and Politics Credit(s): 3
PSC 142 - Introduction to American Government: Structure and Functions Credit(s): 3

H. Social and Behavioral Sciences

Three hours from:

ANT 231 - Cultural Anthropology Credit(s): 3
ECO 231 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECO 232 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
GEO 131 - World Regional Geography Credit(s): 3
PSY 133 - General Psychology Credit(s): 3
SOC 137 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3

I. Component Area Option

Three hours from:

ENG 132 - Research and Argument Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

BCM 247 - Business Communication Credit(s): 3
ENG 273 - Technical and Scientific Writing Credit(s): 3
FRE 131 - Elementary French Credit(s): 3
FRE 132 - Elementary French Credit(s): 3
GER 131 - Elementary German I Credit(s): 3
GER 132 - Elementary German II Credit(s): 3
POR 131 - Elementary Portuguese I Credit(s): 3
POR 132 - Elementary Portuguese II Credit(s): 3
SPA 131 - Elementary Spanish I Credit(s): 3
SPA 132 - Elementary Spanish II Credit(s): 3
SPH 172 - Beginning American Sign Language Credit(s): 3
SPH 272 - Intermediate American Sign Language Credit(s): 3

2. Foundation of Knowledge

PHY 101L - General Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIO 238L - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credit(s): 1

3. Kinesiology: Exercise Science Major

Required Courses

HSC 121 - Core Concepts in Health Credit(s): 3
KIN 120 - Foundations of Kinesiology Credit(s): 3
KIN 138 - Physical Fitness Concepts and Wellness Credit(s): 3
KIN 330 - Measurement and Evaluation Credit(s): 3
KIN 335 - Dietary Considerations for Physical Activity and Exercise Credit(s): 3
KIN 353 - Physiology of Exercise Credit(s): 3
KIN 353L - Physiology of Exercise Laboratory Credit(s): 1
KIN 357 - Prevention and Care of Injuries Credit(s): 3
KIN 417 - Analysis of Movement Credit(s): 3
KIN 417L - Analysis of Movement Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 431 - Organization and Administration of Activity Programs Credit(s): 3
KIN 451 - Fitness Appraisal and Exercise Prescription Credit(s): 3
KIN 467 - Exercise Testing Field/Clinical Credit(s): 3
KIN 468 - Exercise Psychology Credit(s): 3

Advanced Kinesiology

Six credit hours from the following:

KIN 367 - Orthopedic Assessment for the Lower Body Credit(s): 3
KIN 367L - Orthopedic Assessment for the Lower Body Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 387 - Rehabilitation for the Physically Active Credit(s): 3
KIN 387L - Rehabilitation for the Physically Active Laboratory Credit(s): 1
KIN 450 - Personal Training Certification Preparation Credit(s): 3
KIN 450L - Personal Training Certification Preparation Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 452 - Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription Credit(s): 3
KIN 453 - Advanced Topics in Physiology of Exercise Credit(s): 3
KIN 463 - Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning Credit(s): 3
KIN 480 - Exercise Science Internship Credit(s): 1-3

Kinesiology Activity

Two credit hours from the following:

KIN 105L - Soccer Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 106L - Volleyball Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 110L - Jogging Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 111L - Flag Football Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 112L - Basketball Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 114L - Tennis Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 115 - Bowling Credit(s): 1
KIN 116 - Scuba Diving Credit(s): 2
KIN 119L - Taekwondo Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 200L - Special Studies in Games, Sports and Activities Lab Credit(s): 1-2
KIN 209L - Beginning Swimming Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 210L - Intermediate Swimming Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 211L - ARC Lifeguarding Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 212L - ARC Water Safety Instructor Program Lab Credit(s): 3
KIN 216L - Intermediate Tennis Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 217 - Advanced Scuba Credit(s):
KIN 217L - Advanced Scuba Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 219L - Advanced Taekwondo Lab Credit(s): 2
KIN 221L - Weight Training Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 230L - Badminton Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 244L - Golf Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 262L - Racquetball Lab Credit(s): 1
KIN 270L - Angling Lab Credit(s): 1

4. Minor

An academic minor of at least 18 semester hours, but not more than 24 semester hours, with at least nine advanced hours and at least six advanced at SFA.

5. General Electives

Complete an additional 12 credit hours as advised.

6. Minimum total hours: 120

Grade Requirements

A grade of at least C in each freshman English course (ENG 131 , ENG 132 )
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.

Texas Success Initiative Program

All students must satisfy provisions of the Texas Success Initiative program. See TSI information elsewhere in this bulletin.

Kinesiology, Exercise Science, B.S.

1. University Core Curriculum Requirements

A. Communication

Three hours from:

Three hours from:

B. Mathematics

Three hours from:

C. Life and Physical Sciences

Six hours from:

D. Language, Philosophy and Culture

Three hours from:

E. Creative Arts

Three hours from:

F. American History

Six hours from:

G. Government/Political Science

Six hours from:

H. Social and Behavioral Sciences

Three hours from:

I. Component Area Option

Three hours from:

Three hours from:

2. Foundation of Knowledge

3. Kinesiology: Exercise Science Major

Required Courses

Advanced Kinesiology

Kinesiology Activity

4. Minor

5. General Electives

6. Minimum total hours: 120

Grade Requirements

Texas Success Initiative Program

A sample degree plan is available on the departmental website.