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Kinesiology (KIN)
Steven DeVries, Julia Moffitt, Ellen Whale (chair)
Kinesiology is the interdisciplinary study of human physical activity. The kinesiology major and courses provide students with opportunities to investigate biological, behavioral, cultural, and pedagogical aspects of exercise and sport behavior. Teaching Concentration courses emphasize theory and application of physical education pedagogy, ethics, and administrative concepts associated with teaching at the elementary and secondary school levels. The Exercise Science Concentration offers a scientific study of physiological, behavioral, and cultural aspects of human physical performance for students interested in fitness and wellness professions and graduate studies in specialized exercise, sport, and health sciences programs. A coaching education program and elective courses are offered to meet the special interests and needs of students.
Exercise Science Concentration: A minimum of 10 course
credits, including the following core courses:
KIN 111,
206,
207,
309,
315,
362, and
INT 201 (Statistical Methods I);
and three courses selected from
KIN 212,
215,
237,
310,
334,
368, and
380 (two course credits maximum).
Teaching Concentration: INT 201 (Statistical Methods I) plus 10 course credits to include:
KIN *111,
*206,
*207,
*237,
*309,
**311,
**318,
*324 or *331,
*327, and
*334.
KIN 324 is required for students seeking K-6 certification. KIN
331 is required for those seeking 7-12 certification. In
addition to the foregoing requirements, prospective teachers must also
apply for admission to the Teacher Education
Program (before December 1 of their sophomore year) and complete a
second major in either Elementary or
Secondary Education described under
Education. Students who do not complete KIN 324 or
331 and the requirements of the Education Program may
complete a major in Kinesiology by completing the other course
requirements as specified in this paragraph. Prospective teachers should request a current list of the specific teaching major course requirements from the Education Office.
*Must be completed prior to student teaching.
**At least one must be completed prior to student teaching.
Coaching Endorsement or Authorization: To obtain a Coaching Endorsement the individual must complete a major in either Elementary or Secondary Education and be granted an Iowa Teaching License. The Coaching Authorization is available to those who do not major in Elementary or Secondary Education or who do not hold an Iowa Teaching License. Both the Endorsement and the Authorization qualify an individual to be a head coach or an assistant coach in any sport offered in the Iowa public schools. Students who complete one of the following programs may apply for the Endorsement or the Authorization through the Office of Teacher Education.
Coaching Endorsement:
KIN 205 and 237, and completion of a major in
Elementary or Secondary
Education.
Coaching Authorization:
KIN 205 and 237.
101. Lifetime Physical Fitness and
Activities
Instruction in the major components of
fitness, the physiological basis of fitness, evaluation of personal
fitness, and individual fitness programming. Instruction and
participation in lifetime physical activities selected from badminton,
bicycling, bowling, camping and canoeing, golf, hiking, racquetball,
sailing, skiing, tennis, volleyball, and weight training. See Topics Courses.
111. Foundations of Physical Education
Historical and philosophical foundation of physical education. Current
issues in research and literature. Biological, physiological, and
sociological aspects of sport and exercise. WHALE
205. Coaching Endorsement or Authorization
Structure and function of the human body during physical activity. Knowledge and understanding of human growth and development of children in relation to physical activity. Athletic conditioning, theory of coaching interscholastic athletics, professional ethics, and legal responsibility. Combined with KIN 237, this course meets the
requirement for an Iowa Coaching Endorsement for Education majors and Coaching Authorization for all other students. DeVRIES
206. Exercise Psychology
Examination of theory, current research, and applications of psychological processes and behaviors related to physical activity. Topics include psychological and emotional effects of exercise, motivation for fitness, factors in exercise avoidance, adoption, and adherence, exercise addiction, and cognitive and behavioral change strategies for exercise compliance, and consideration of gender, ethnicity, and special needs populations. (Social Science) DeVRIES
207. Systems Physiology
Fundamental survey of the primary homeostatic systems which operate within the human body. Includes study of essential physiological principles associated with the following systems: cell, bone and tissue, muscle, cardiovascular, nervous, endocrine, renal, and respiratory. Emphasis on the homeostatic control of body fluid balance, acid base balance, cardiovascular function, metabolism and energy. (Laboratory Science) MOFFITT
212. Sports and American Society
Exploration of the impact of amateur and professional sports on the
American way of life. Sample topics include women in sports, sports and
the African-American community, sports as big business, and the relationship between sport and education. Readings reflecting a variety of viewpoints about the role of sports in American society will be selected from contemporary literature. (Social Science) DeVRIES
215. Psychology of Sport
Theory and issues related to psychological aspects of competitive sport contexts. Personality and sport, attentional control, anxiety and performance, motivation and attributions, aggression in sport, and team cohesion. Intervention strategies for performance enhancement. (Social Science) DeVRIES
237. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Prevention and treatment of athletic injuries, taping experience,
understanding the principles of athletic training, and first aid and
emergency care. DYBVIG
255
through 259. Topics in Kinesiology
In-depth study of selected topics of current interest in the field of kinesiology. Alternate years. See Topics Courses.
290/390. Individual Project: see Courses 290/390.
309. Anatomical Kinesiology
Relationship between the structure and function of the musculoskeletal and neuromotor control systems as they relate to human movement. Interdisciplinary study of the quantitative and qualitative analysis of human motor skills and basic biomechanical principles. Completion of an in-depth kinematic analysis of a motor skill. Anatomical analysis with cadaver and computer simulation. Prerequisite: KIN 207. MOFFITT
310. Nutrition for Health and Performance
Survey of human nutrition, with special emphasis on concepts related to nutrition and physical activity. Topics covered include basic ingestional physiology, economics of obesity, body composition, weight control, cultural influence of food intake, thermoregulation and hydration, nutrition and physical performance, ergogenic aids, and the eating-disordered athlete. Prerequisite: KIN 207. Alternate years. MOFFITT
311. Methods for Individual Sports and Lifetime Activities
Designed for those interested in teaching individual sports and lifetime activities in public schools and community recreational settings. Course emphasis on analysis of skills, and the development of teaching and assessment materials including use of computer technology. Use of class discussions, presentations, small group and peer teaching. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Alternate years. WHALE
312. Management of Physical Education and Sports
Physical Education programs in elementary and
secondary schools and in colleges. Topics include required Physical
Education programs; intramural and interschool athletic programs;
facility design and maintenance; legal and ethical aspects of sport; personnel
management; and budget preparation and management. Alternate years. COCHRANE
315. Physiology of Exercise
In-depth study of the human response to exercise and exercise training. Scientific methodology with which the acute adjustments and chronic adaptations to physical activity will be discussed in addition to participation in hands-on laboratory activities. Prerequisite: KIN 207. MOFFITT
318. Methods for Team and Dual Sports
Designed for those interested in teaching team and dual sports in public schools and recreational settings. Course emphasis on analysis of skills, and the development of teaching and assessment materials including use of computer technology. Use of class discussions, presentations, small group and peer teaching. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. Alternate years. WHALE
324. Elementary Physical Education Methods
Methods for teaching physical education to elementary school pupils. Rhythms, low and high organization games,
elementary gymnastics, classroom management, and audiovisual and computer applications.
Emphasis on movement education and curriculum development. Includes fifteen hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Prerequisite: Education major or permission of instructor. Alternate years. WHALE
327. Adaptive Physical Education
Philosophy and applications of physical education for persons with
special needs and disabilities. Emphasis on designing appropriate
programs and activities and teaching methodology. Includes fifteen hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Prerequisite: KIN 111.
331. Physical Education Methods for Secondary
Schools
Preparation for the teaching of physical
education activities in the secondary grades. Current trends in
curriculum, planning for lessons, selection of appropriate teaching and
evaluation methods, classroom management, and audiovisual and computer applications. Includes fifteen hours of observation-practicum in the schools. Prerequisite: Secondary Education major or permission of instructor. Alternate years. WHALE
334. Motor Learning
Process and factors related to the acquisition and performance of motor
skills. General learning theories applied to motor learning and
performance. Other topics include physical abilities and capabilities,
psychological and mental factors influencing performance, training
procedures, environmental and social factors. DeVRIES
338. Advanced Athletic Training
Advanced care and prevention of athletic injuries. The course deals with
specific physical conditions, disorders, and injuries common to the
athletic setting. Preventative measures, evaluation, treatment, and
rehabilitation of athletic injuries are covered in depth. Prerequisites:
KIN 237 and junior standing. DYBVIG
Methods of Coaching Courses
Focus on skill techniques and development, game strategies, practice planning, program direction, and physical and mental conditioning for specific sports.
339. Methods of Coaching Soccer (1/2)
Alternate years.
341. Methods of Coaching Baseball (1/2)
Alternate years. FISHLER
342. Methods of Coaching Basketball (1/2)
Alternate years. DeGEORGE
343. Methods of Coaching Football (1/2)
Alternate years. DILLON
345. Methods of Coaching Track (1/2)
Alternate years. SPEIDEL
347. Methods of Coaching Volleyball (1/2)
Alternate years. MEEKER
348. Methods of Coaching Wrestling (1/2)
Alternate years. DUROE
350. Methods of Coaching Softball (1/2)
Alternate years. NESS
352. Sport Marketing, Finance, and Sport Law
Examination of sport marketing practices, and the financial implications
of interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional sport and
recreation organizations. Budgeting, fundraising, contract law,
licensing, advertising and promotion, ticket pricing and marketing, and
facility construction at each level will be examined. Prerequisite: KIN
312. Alternate years. COCHRANE
355
through 359. Advanced Topics in Kinesiology
In-depth study of selected topics of current interest in the field of kinesiology. See Topics Courses. Alternate years.
362. Exercise Testing and Prescription
Professional application of physiological principles related to assessing physical performance and prescribing exercise. Assessment techniques of health-related components of fitness, including pre-exercise screening, body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. Interpretation of results and prescription of personalized fitness plans. Prerequisite: KIN 309 or 315. MOFFITT
365
through 369. Wellness
Seminars
Seminars consisting of readings and research in selected topics relevant to health, fitness, and wellness. Topic combinations may include nutrition, stress management, exercise and aging, cardiovascular disease, and eating disorders. Study in these areas will include reading of related research, physiological implications, and application of fitness/wellness and educational programs. Prerequisite: KIN 309 or 315. Alternate years. WHALE
380. Internship
Observation of and practical experience in the specialized activities of a fitness and wellness program, an athletic or recreation management business or department, or other professional sport and exercise setting. Students work under the direction and guidance of a practicing professional with supervision by a faculty member. Internships are scheduled for two consecutive terms unless otherwise approved by the faculty supervisor. Prerequisites: junior standing, courses that adequately prepare the student for the internship, and approval of the faculty supervisor. See
Index. Courses 280/380. (CR)
485. Advanced Studies (1/2-1)
An independent project. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
511. Athletic Training Practicum (1/4)
Provides supervised practical experience in the prevention, evaluation,
treatment, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and
illness. Participation in the administrative aspects of an athletic
training program. Prerequisite: Must be accepted into the Cornell
College Athletic Training Program. Application for admission to the program
includes a written form, interview with the Head Athletic Trainer, and
two letters of reference from Cornell instructors and/or coaches. (CR) SIMMONS
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