Kinesiology (EDKN)

Coaching and coaching strategies, officiating and conducting of sports and athletic programs.

The basic instructional and co-curricular program of physical education for colleges and universities.

A graduate research project must be completed and submitted to the Graduate Office for a grade to be assigned, otherwise IP notations are recorded. This course is specifically designed for Plan II and Plan III students.

This course is for Plan I students. The course requires 6 hours of grades, the first 3 hours consisting of completion of a thesis proposal and the last 3 hours consisting of completion of the thesis.

The problems, basic procedures and current practices involved in the administration of interscholastic, intercollegiate and professional athletics.

Principles, practices and applied procedures in the organization, administration, and supervision of school physical education programs.

Investigates the effects of physical exercise on the function of the human body and physiological responses to exercise that are dependent on its intensity, duration and frequency and the physiological status of the individual and environmental circumstances.

Examines contemporary problems in kinesiology.

Examines the historical and philosophical perspectives of kinesiology.

Introduction to research in kinesiology. EDKN 5338 may be co-requisite.

Special problems in kinesiology, recreation or athletics are identified and researched. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Contact Program Coordinator for specific topics offered.

Focuses on the various components of weight management and strategies for a healthier lifestyle. Topics include an examination of nutrition fundamentals, the impact of physical activity on weight management, and analysis of various weight loss programs. The physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of weight management will be addressed.

Explores the effects of exercise on specific physiological systems under various conditions such as thermal, pressure, microgravity, pollution, and deprived sleep states.

The scientific principles of exercise training and strength/power with emphasis on applications for improving health and performance in young population including youth and adolescent.

This course is concerned with the process of aging as it affects physical activity. This course is designed to familiarize the students with the effects of aging on the different physiological, sociological, and psychological functions in humans.

The statistical analysis and interpretation of research data in health, kinesiology, and recreation. Concentration is on the concepts underlying the various statistical tests.

This course examines the biomechanical principles of injury and how injuries affect the normal function of human anatomy. The course offers insight on the injuries of the musculoskeletal system including the head, neck, and spine, as well as head trauma and other neurological injuries. Topics also include the evaluation of and appreciation for the intricacies of injury mechanisms.