PE 111 - Introduction to Kinesiology

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description: This lecture course will introduce the student to a conceptual model of kinesiology, the sub-disciplines within kinesiology, and how the sub-disciplines contribute to our understanding of the broad spectrum of human physical activity. Topics to be covered include: 1) a holistic overview of human physical activity, 2) understanding how physical activity is studied, 3) the introduction of possible careers in kinesiology and 4) the responsibilities of a kinesiology professional.

Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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Course Competencies

Describe the professional expectations and responsibilities of a kinesiology professional.
Differentiate professional association membership opportunities that are available to kinesiology professionals.
Differentiate the sub-disciplines within kinesiology.
Differentiate between the biomechanics study of kinetics and kinematics.
Describe a foundational modeling of kinesiology.
Differentiate between the human motor behavior areas of motor learning, motor control and motor development.
Identify the characteristics of the successful kinesiology entrepreneur.
Compare the certifications available to the fitness professional.
Differentiate the available research journals associated with the kinesiology sub-disciplines.