The following curricula lead to a Bachelor of Science degree
in Kinesiology. There are several tracks designed to prepare
students for a wide variety of careers such as public school
education, sport management, outdoor education and exercise
science. The Division also provides training for students interested
in health-related professional schools, e.g., physical therapy,
occupational therapy, physicians' assistant or medicine. There
are 82 hours of course requirements that are common for all
career choices. The additional hours for each track are specifically
designed to prepare students for that field of study. The following
are common freshman- and sophomore-level courses. The sequencing
of these courses should be determined in consultation with
an appropriate academic advisor.
FRESHMAN YEAR
| First Semester |
(Th-Pr)
|
Cr
|
|
Second SemesteR |
(Th-Pr)
|
Cr
|
| BIOL 113 Introductory Biology |
(3-0) |
3 |
|
ENGL 210 Sci. and Tech. Writing |
(3-0) |
3 |
| BIOL 123 Introductory Biology Lab. |
(0-3) |
1 |
|
HIST 106 History of the U.S. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| ENGL 104 Comp. and Rhetoric |
(3-0) |
3 |
|
KINE 213 Foundations of Kine. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| HIST 105 History of the U.S. |
(3-0) |
3 |
|
MATH 131 Math. Concepts--Calculus |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 121 Physical and Motor Fitness Assessment |
(1-2) |
2 |
|
PHYS 201 College Physics |
(3-3) |
4 |
| MATH 141 Business Math. I |
(3-0) |
3 |
|
* KINE 199 Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
1 |
| KINE 198 Health and Fitness Activity |
(0-2) |
1 |
|
|
|
17 |
| |
|
16 |
|
|
|
|
SOPHOMORE YEAR
| COMM 203 Public Speaking |
(3-0)
|
3
|
|
KINE 240 Computer Tech. |
(2-2)
|
3
|
| HLTH 216 First Aid |
(1-2) |
2 |
|
POLS 207 State and Local Govt. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| POLS 206 American Natl. Govt. |
(3-0) |
3 |
|
Visual and performing arts elective |
|
3 |
| Anatomy elective |
|
4 |
|
Physiology elective |
|
4 |
| Literature elective |
|
3 |
|
Social science elective |
|
3 |
| * KINE 199 Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
1 |
|
* KINE 199 Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
1 |
| |
|
16 |
|
|
|
17 |
The following are common junior- and senior-level courses
for all career choices.
| KINE 318 Athletic Injuries |
(3-0)
|
3
|
| KINE 406 Motor Learn. and Skill Perf. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 425 Tests and Measurements |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 426 Exercise Biomechanics |
(3-3) |
4 |
| KINE 433 Exercise Physiology |
(3-0) |
3 |
**Physical Education/Teacher Education
This program is offered to students who wish to teach
physical education in public or private schools. Students
seeking teacher certification have two options. The secondary
certificate requires two teaching fields (physical education
and one other) and qualifies the recipient to teach in
grades 7 through 12. The Pre-K through 8 certificate qualifies
the recipient to teach in grades preschool through eighth
grade in physical education/wellness only. After the completion
of course work, students are required to complete a full
semester of student teaching in a public school setting.
SECONDARY CERTIFICATION REQUIRED COURSES
| HLTH 231 Healthy Lifestyles |
(3-0)
|
3
|
| KINE 199 (majors) Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
5 |
| KINE 304 Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 307 Motor Development |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 429 Adapted Phys. Activity |
(2-2) |
3 |
| TEFB 201 Self Directed Exper. with Adolescents |
(1-3) |
1 |
| TEFB 322 Teaching and Schooling in Mod. Soc. |
(2-3) |
2 |
| TEFB 323 Teaching Skills |
(2-3) |
3 |
| TEFB 324 Teaching Skills |
(2-3) |
3 |
| TEFB 416 Mid. and Sec. Sch. Phys. Activ. |
(2-2) |
3 |
| TEFB 429 Supervised Student Teaching |
(0-36) |
9 |
| * Kinesiology, outdoor education, health elective |
|
3 |
| Elective |
|
3 |
| Second teaching field courses |
|
|
| Second Teaching Field Hour |
+44 |
PRE-K-8 CERTIFICATION REQUIRED COURSES
| EPSY 321 Adolescent Development |
(3-0)
|
3
|
| HLTH 231 Healthy Lifestyles |
(3-0) |
3 |
| INST 322 Foundations of Educ. in a Multicult. Soc. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 199 (majors) Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
5 |
| KINE 307 Motor Development |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 311 Fundamental Rhythms and Dance |
(2-3) |
3 |
| KINE 429 Adapted Physical Activity |
(2-2) |
3 |
| ODED 230 Outdoor Adventure |
(2-2) |
3 |
| PSYC 307 Developmental Psychology |
(3-0) |
3 |
| TEED 302 Teaching/Learning Proc.: Psy. Persp. on
Ed. |
(2-3) |
3 |
| TEFB 201 Self Directed Exper. with Adolescents |
(1-3) |
1 |
| TEFB 315 Elementary School Physical Activities |
(2-2) |
3 |
| TEFB 322 Teaching and Schooling in Mod. Soc. |
(2-3) |
2 |
| TEFB 416 Mid. and Sec. Sch. Phys. Activ. |
(2-2) |
3 |
| TEFB 429 Supervised Student Teaching |
(0-36) |
9 |
| Elective |
|
3 |
| Total Hours |
53 |
All-Level Physical Education Teacher Certification
Option
Pending Approval by the Texas Higher Education
Coordinating Board
This 128-hour option is offered to students wishing
to teach physical education in public or private
school. The all-level certification qualifies the
recipient to teach in grades preschool-12th grades
in physical education/wellness only. This degree
plan includes a full semester of student teaching
in a public school setting after the completion
of course work. The proposed degree plan will provide
a program that will lead to successful completion
of the certification requirements outlined by the
State of Texas. Additional program information
is available on the Department of Health and Kinesiology
website hlknweb.tamu.edu or by contacting the advising
office in the department.
Exercise Science Track
This track is offered to prepare and educate students
who wish to enter the field of exercise science. Students
are exposed to a strong science background making them
excellent candidates for employment opportunities in exercise
related areas (cardiac rehabilitation, corporate or private
fitness), advanced graduate studies (motor behavior, exercise
physiology), or professional school (medical, dental, occupational
therapy, physical therapy). Course prerequisites for medical,
dental, occupational therapy or physical therapy professional
schools are included in the various programs of study under
this track. All health and kinesiology majors must consult
with an academic advisor.
REQUIRED COURSES
| BIOL 114 Introductory Biology |
(3-0)
|
3
|
| BIOL 124 Introductory Biology Lab. |
(0-3) |
1 |
| CHEM 101 Fund. of Chemistry I |
(3-3) |
4 |
| CHEM 102 Fund. of Chemistry II |
(3-3) |
4 |
| KINE 427 Therapeutic Principles |
(3-0) |
3 |
| NUTR 202 Fund. of Human Nutr. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| PHYS 202 College Physics II |
(3-3) |
4 |
| * KINE/HLTH elective |
|
2 |
| Total Hours |
24+ |
Sport Management Track
This track is offered to prepare students for careers
as administrators and managers in athletic, health and
country clubs, as well as entry-level management positions
in college and professional athletic organizations. Through
this track, students are prepared for a diversity of roles
in the areas of sport marketing and promotions, facility
management and planning, activity programming and events
management. An internship, following the completion of
course work, provides students with on-the-job experience
and possible employment opportunities. Students are encouraged
to seek professional certifications, such as aerobic and
strength trainer certifications, through various professional
organizations. A minor in business is included within the
curriculum.
REQUIRED COURSES
| ACCT 209 Survey of Acct. Prin. |
(3-0)
|
3
|
| FINC 309 Survey of Finance Prin. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| HLTH 231 Healthy Lifestyles |
(3-0) |
3 |
| HLTH 410 Exercise and Health |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 199 (majors) Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
2 |
| KINE 319 Sociology of Sport |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 333 Sport Management |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 402 Pre-Internship Field Exp. |
(0-2) |
1 |
| KINE 420 Sports Facility Planning |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 421 Legal Aspects of Sport |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 484 Internship in Kinesiology |
(0-12) |
12 |
| MGMT 209 Business, Govt. and Society |
(3-0) |
3 |
| MGMT 309 Survey of Management |
(3-0) |
3 |
| MKTG 309 Introduction to Marketing |
(3-0) |
3 |
| NUTR 202 Fund. of Human Nutr. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| PSYC 304 Psychology of Sport |
(3-0) |
3 |
| * Electives |
|
2 |
| Total Hours |
56 |
Outdoor Education Track*
This track provides theory-based education and practical
experience for students interested in working in outdoor
educational settings. Emphasis is placed on the use of
outdoor resources, adventure activities and interdisciplinary
programming as opportunities for "whole-person" learning.
The graduate of this track will be versed in technical
outdoor skills, interdisciplinary program planning, group
dynamics, risk management and the experiential learning
model. A semester internship provides students with on-the-job
experience after they have completed course work.
REQUIRED COURSES
| AGED 340/GEOG 203/PHIL 314/SOCI 328 |
(3-0)
|
3
|
| HLTH 231 Healthy Lifestyles |
(3-0) |
3 |
| KINE 199 (majors) Required Physical Activity |
(0-2) |
1 |
| KINE 402 Pre-Internship Field Exp. |
(0-2) |
1 |
| KINE 483 Practicum in Kinesiology |
|
3 |
| KINE 484 Internship in Kinesiology |
(0-12) |
12 |
| ODED 230 Outdoor Adventure Programs |
(2-2) |
3 |
| ODED 300 Field Exp. in ODED |
|
3 |
| ODED 326 Outdoor Education |
(3-0) |
3 |
| ODED 408 Theory Pract. of Adven. Ed. |
(3-0) |
3 |
| ODED 409 Log. and Strategies for Backcountry Expeditions |
(3-0) |
3 |
| ODED 431 Ropes Course and Group Proc. |
(2-2) |
3 |
| PSYC 305 Personality Adjustment |
(3-0) |
3 |
| PSYC 315 Social Psychology |
(3-0) |
3 |
| PSYC 323 Psyc. of Adolescence |
(3-0) |
3 |
| WFSC 420 Ecology for Teachers |
(3-0) |
3 |
| ** Electives |
|
3 |
| Total Hours |
56 |
