Introduction to the discipline of Kinesiology and an examination of the study of physical activity from the perspectives of professional practice, research, and experience. This course is a prerequisite for all students interested in pursuing a major in Kinesiology.

Introduction to Curriculum in Physical Education. Details the following processes related to teaching PE including planning, assessment, prescription, teaching and evaluation.

An examination of social, cultural, political, and environmental influences on health and physical activity promotion among diverse populations including issues related to race, ethnicity, geography, income status, and other social factors across the lifespan for promoting physical activity through public health strategies. Cardiometabolic health, physiology and chronic disease will be discussed within the context of health disparities.

An course in principles, procedures, and techniques in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. A one-credit laboratory experience is available in addition to the regular course. Prerequisite: KINE 3600

Studies the basic principles of nutrition, including psychosocial-cultural considerations in dietary intake. Focuses on nutrient sources and actions, digestion, special population needs, weight control, food faddism, international problems, nutrition education, and nutrition-related disorders.

This course will provide the student with a foundation in Administration and Leadership within the Athletic Training profession. The purpose of this course is for the student to gain knowledge in management techniques in athletic training including personnel, facility, financial, and information management, leadership, daily operations, budgeting, facility design, insurance, ethics, and governmental affairs.

Study of general medical conditions, disabilities, abnormalities, and diseases of physically active individuals; prevention, recognition, physical examination, management, and referral of common general medical conditions.Prerequisites: MS Athletic Training (ATHTRN-MS), must have taken (or currently taking) KINE 5700 and KINE 5710

Theory, laboratory and clinical experiences designed to provide students with formal instruction and evaluation about the allied health profession of Athletic Training. Competencies and clinical proficiencies related to the practice of athletic training and prevention and emergency care of injuries will be covered. Prerequisite: MS Athletic Training (ATHTRN-MS)

This course provides the student with the knowledge of psychosocial aspects of physical activity and injury. Topics include but are not limited to theories related to the psychological and emotional aspects of trauma and forced inactivity, use of motivational activities toward rehabilitation, principles of mental preparation, relaxation, and visualization, theories and techniques of interpersonal and cross-cultural communication.

This course is designed to examine the intersection of disability and sport. Central concepts include: (a) the origin and evolution of athletics for disabled people, (b) the condition of disabled athletes in a variety of sports and contexts, (c) the implications of ableism, legislation, and sport governance on the inclusion of disabled athletes, and (d) the creative design principles and practices used to advance sport participation.