1. Kinesiology

• KINS 250 Kinesiology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Introductory course with an emphasis on the study of principles of anatomy, physiology, and mechanics in relations to human movement.  

2. Nutrition and Exercise

• KINS 252 Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (3 credits)

• Course purpose: You will learn about the fundamentals of exercise and nutrition for health assessment and prescription. 

3. Athletic Training and Acute Injury Management

• KINS 258 Care and Prevention of Injuries (3 credits)

• Course purpose: The Centers for Disease Control states that injuries are a leading reason individual stop participating in physical activity and that one of its major research goals is to investigate ways to minimize injury risks among people who are beginning or increasing physical activity. This course will introduce guidelines and recommendation for preventing injuries, recognizing injuries and learning how to correctly manage a specific injury.

Action Item: Meet with Advisor

Use your Success Network!  In your first quarter, meet with your advisor to revisit your career and transfer path, make adjustments to your goals as needed, and plan for your next steps.  

4. Principles of Coaching

• KINS 261 Principles of Coaching (2 credits)

• Course purpose: This course provides you with introductory knowledge about coaching. You will develop their own individual coaching philosophy.  

Action Item: Explore Transfer Options

Explore transfer options and ensure you have all the prerequisites for your program of study on your education plan. Also, ask about the application process and deadlines for transfer.  Discuss potential internship opportunities for Summer quarter.  

5. Applied Sport Psychology

• KINS 263 Sport and Exercise Psychology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: You will obtain knowledge and skills in applied sport and exercise psychology.

Action Item: Apply for Graduation

Way to go! It is time to apply for graduation. Visit the Pierce College Graduation website for details. https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/graduation

6. Ethics and Sport

• KINS 264 Drugs and Sports (3 credits)

• Course purpose: You will obtain knowledge and skills necessary for dealing with various drugs and purported ergogenic aids associated with a career in coaching. 

7. Internship

• KINS 267 Internship (3 credits)

• Course purpose: Work-based learning opportunity designed by you and the program coordinator.  This course is an independent study and student will work in the subdiscipline of choice under the supervision of an employer/mentor.  

8. Physical Education Course Recommendation (1 credit)

Select from a variety of PE offerings at the college.

Physical Education Courses  

Course purpose: One sub-discipline of Kinesiology is Physical Education teaching. All students of Kinesiology are expected to integrate the subdiscipline of Physical Education on a daily basis, and will gain valuable knowledge on teaching practice/pedagogy and leadership by selecting from a variety of PE offerings at the college. 

Total Credits 25

Program Code: 351A