Kinesiology

College of Health and Human Services

 

Athletic Training Education Option

Dance Option (Single Field Major)

Fitness Director Option

Pre-Physical Therapy Option

Teaching Option (Single Field Major)

 

Coaching

Teaching

 

Fitness Instructor

 

Physical Education

Physical Education: Dance Concentration

 

Education:

Physical Education Administration Option

 

Michael Ernst, Division Chair

Boice Bowman, Mary Lou Cappel, Carole M. Casten, Van Girard, Lee Hancock, John L. Johnson, Jim Maier, Antoinette J. Marich, George Wing, Ben Zhou

Beverly Francis, Division Secretary

Division Office: SAC 1138, (310) 243-3761,                                            FAX (310) 217-6946, http://www.csudh.edu/hhs/kr

 

Robert Pestolesi, James Poole, Daniel B. Sawyer

 

Kinesiology is an academic area concerned with the art and science of human movement, with particular reference to physical, mental, emotional and social variables.

 

A large gymnasium, mirrored dance studio, mirrored activity room, mirrored weight training room, exercise laboratory, swimming pool, athletic training room, tennis courts, activity field and track are available for instructional and recreational use.

Faculty curriculum planners carefully monitor the academic programs at comparable universities as well as examine state certification programs to align existing programs with current trends and requirements. Additionally, they forecast future specializations. The faculty also makes every effort to facilitate the transfer of students from feeder colleges to CSU Dominguez Hills, and from CSU Dominguez Hills to other universities.

Faculty keep regularly scheduled office hours and are available during those hours to talk with students in person, by telephone or online.

The multicultural campus community at CSU Dominguez Hills provides opportunities for greater understanding of a wide variety
of cultural and ethnic groups. This unique social environment is invaluable for students preparing for people-oriented careers.

 

A. Academic Advisors

1.   Pre-Physical Therapy Option

          Lee Hancock

2.   Physical Education: Teaching

          Carole Casten, Michael Ernst, John Johnson,

3.   Physical Education: Dance Concentration

          Antoinette Marich

4.   Fitness Director Option

          Ben Zhou

5.   Recreation and Leisure Studies

          Mary Lou Cappel, Coordinator

     

B. Undergraduate Students

1.   New students need to purchase a University Catalog.

2.   Students should initiate advisement by contacting the Division secretary who will schedule the initial advising appointment.

3.   During their first advisement meeting, students will be given a copy of an advisement sheet for their academic program. The advisor also will open an advisement file for each student which will be stored in the Division Office.

4.   Transfer students should schedule an appointment with the division chair and bring with them copies of their transcripts and course descriptions.

5.   Each time students meet with their advisor they should bring their file from the Division office, their advisement sheet and the University Catalog that was in effect when they were admitted to the university, in order to ensure that the advisement sheet and file will be kept up-to-date.

6.   Advisement must be sought each semester prior to registration throughout their studies at CSU Dominguez Hills.

7.   Students’ final advisement meeting should take place when they complete 90 units and just before they file for graduation. Students must file for graduation at the Office of the Registrar and adhere to the important dates listed in the Class Schedule.

 

High school students planning to seek a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education should:

o    enroll in a physical education class each semester and develop skills in many activities.

o    participate in an interscholastic sport and/or dance production.

o    work on oral communication skills by enrolling in a speech class.

o    work on writing skills in English classes.

o    work on math skills up to, and including, Algebra II.

o    study biology and physiology. Physics is also recommended.

o    take advantage of elective classes in graphic design and psychology.

o    master computer skills including word processing and typing.

o    seek part-time employment in physical activity programs (summer camps, youth sports programs, playgrounds, private fitness clubs, recreation centers, dance studios, etc.).

o    volunteer to serve at athletics and dance events as an organizer, official, score keeper, fund raiser or assistant.

o    earn certification from the American Red Cross in First Aid, CPR, Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor.

If students are planning to transfer to CSU Dominguez Hills from a community college, the department suggests taking courses that are equivalent to its lower division physical education requirements. These courses include Anatomy; Physiology; First Aid and CPR; and a variety of activity classes in Physical Education and Dance.

 

1.   Students should seek advisement regularly.

2.   Students should keep the advisement sheet up-to-date and bring it with them whenever they meet with their advisor. Each semester students should enroll in a physical education activity class to broaden their knowledge and keep physically active.

3.   Most major requirements are only offered once a year, so students must plan accordingly.

4.   Students should begin by taking lower division courses first.

5.   Single Field Teaching Option majors should consider additional coursework in science, English or math, since teaching proficiency in these areas is still in demand. It also would benefit future teachers to gain speaking proficiency in Spanish and mastery level proficiency in technology use.

6.   Dance Concentration majors should consider additional upper division coursework in dance.

7.   Majors and minors should maintain a model level of physical fitness and wellness; join the CSU Dominguez Hills Student Unit of CAHPERD, California’s most prestigious professional organization for health, physical education, recreation and dance; and attend professional conferences regularly.

8.   Students should regularly check the bulletin boards located outside the physical education department office for job opportunities and important announcements related to their educational goals.

 

A B.A. in Physical Education offers four options in the major. The Pre-Physical Therapy Option provides the prerequisites for Physical Therapy schools and can serve as a pre-medical preparation program. The Fitness Director Option enables students to assume leadership positions in fitness establishments in the public and private sectors. The Physical Education Teaching Option is designed for students seeking a teaching career in elementary or secondary physical education, or planning to enter graduate programs in preparation for teaching careers at the college or university levels. A Physical Education Dance Concentration is designed for students seeking a teaching career in elementary or secondary dance education.

Within the Physical Education Minor, two options are offered. The Coaching minor is for students planning to work as coaches in chosen areas of sports specialization. The Teaching minor qualifies credentialed teachers in other subject areas to teach Physical Education in grades K-9.

Two Subject Matter Programs in Physical Education are offered for students who wish to pursue a single-subject teaching credential through the College of Education.

A Fitness Instructor Certificate is offered to meet the needs of individuals who are either presently employed or intend to seek employment as fitness instructors in health clubs, recreation centers, YM/WCAs or corporate fitness programs. Requirements for the certificate are based on guidelines established by the American College of Sports Medicine and the Association of Fitness in Business and Industry. The certificate can be completed independent of a bachelor’s degree.

 

The faculty encourages professional participation by sponsoring a student unit of CAHPERD, Sports Medicine Club and Recreation Club. The faculty also participates actively in professional organizations and activities, and encourages student involvement, which translates into a broad professional support system for faculty and students.

 

An undergraduate student may be a candidate for graduation with Honors in Physical Education provided he or she meets the following criteria:

1.   A minimum of 36 units in residence at CSU Dominguez Hills;

2.   A minimum grade point average of at least 3.5 in all courses used to satisfy the upper division requirements in the Kinesiology major;

3.   Submission of a Kinesiology Honors Application form to the chair of the Division of Kinesiology and Recreation.

4.   Recommendation by the Kinesiology faculty.

 

 

 

 

See the “Requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree” in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.

 

Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 units.

 

See the “General Education” requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.

 

See the “Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement” in the University Catalog.

 

Students completing this major will need to complete a minor in another field. However, when taking the Dance Concentration, Athletic Training Education Option, or the Teaching Option, no minor is required.

 

Students must select one of the options/concentration listed.
The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this degree.

All courses taken for all of the majors in Physical Education must be passed with a grade of “C” or higher.

Common Core Requirements (23-26 units)

 

A.   Lower Division Required Courses (7-10 units)

BIO 250.      Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)

BIO 251.      Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (1)

KIN 218.      First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (3) (or certification from American Red Cross to be current at graduation check)

KIN 223.      Introduction to Physical Education (3)

 

B.  Upper Division Required Courses (16 units)

KIN 301.      Kinesiology (3)

KIN 302.      Technology Methods in
Physical Education & Recreation (3)

KIN 303.      Exercise Physiology (4)

KIN 330.      Somatic Education (3)

KIN 360.      Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries (3)

 

Students must select one of the options listed below.

 

 

Single field major - no minor required

The Division is not currently accepting students into the AT Education Option. Students interested in this option should contact the division chair for more information.

The CSUDH Athletic Training Education Program applied for candidacy to the Joint Review Committee-Athletic Training (JRC-AT) on August 27, 2002 and received candidacy approval on November 18, 2002. The next step is to meet all of requirements for full accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP). Candidacy is not accreditation. Approval requires a minimum of two years of monitored candidacy. Once the program receives the full accreditation from CAAHEP, students who complete this option will meet the educational requirements needed to apply for the certification examination by the Board of Certification (BOC).

Note: If our program does not receive CAAHEP accreditation by the time a candidate graduate, there are only two options for candidates to apply for the BOC examination. The first option is to transfer to another undergraduate institution which to date have accredited programs (review options at http://caahep.org/caahep/programs.aspx); or apply to one of the CAAHEP entry-level Master’s degree Athletic Training Education Programs (review options at http.//www.jrc-at.org/documents/elm.html).

 

Student Selection/Admission Standards

Admission to the ATEP is limited, competitive, and based on meeting all of the criteria. The ATEP faculty/staff will make final selection of candidates following their interview.

To be accepted into the Athletic Training Education Program, students must complete the following requirements.

 

General Information

o   Prior to applying to the ATEP, students must be admitted to California State University, Dominguez Hills.

o   Complete the ATEP application form (see the requirements below).

o   Application deadline is May 10 for the Fall Semester (once a year).

o   Complete the interview process.

 

Application Requirements:

1.   Completion of the following prerequisite courses (or concurrent registration at the time of application) with a grade of “B” or higher:

o    BIO 250 Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (or equivalent).

o    BIO 251 Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (or equivalent).

o    KIN 360 Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries (must be taken at CSUDH).

o    KIN 363 Principles of Athletic Training Laboratory (must be taken at CSUDH).

o    KIN 375 Clinical Experience I (must be taken at CSUDH).

2.   Application Form

3.   A minimum of 2.75 overall GPA.

4.   Official transcript(s)

5.   Statement of Intent

6.   Completion of a minimum of 50 hours of observation in assigned clinical locations.

7.   Current First Aid and CPR certification.   

8.   Two letters of recommendation (one letter must be from an ATC).

9.   Physical Exam record within 6 months prior to application.

10.          Proof of Hepatitis B vaccination or waiver form.

11.          Signed Technical Standards for Admission.                                

After your application is accepted, you will be invited to participate in an interview.

 

Interview Process:

1.   The interview time is during the final week of the Spring Semester (a week prior to final exams).

2.   The interview committee will consist of athletic training faculty and staff.

Students will be evaluated by the following criteria:

1.   Overall GPA                                              25%

2.   Core GPA                                                                 25%

3.   Letters of Recommendation                                25%

4.   Interview                                                   25%

 

Transfer Student Requirements:

Application requirements and processes are the same as for CSUDH students. All transfer students must provide additional copies of the following:

1.   KIN 360*, KIN 363*, and KIN 375*

2.   Official transcript(s)

3.   All syllabi for courses which requesting to transfer.

4.   Printed course descriptions (from University/College catalog).

5.   Notarized Verification of Supervision form.

* Must be taken at CSUDH

 

A.   Common Core Requirements (23-26 units)

 

B.  Lower Division Requirements (14 units)

BIO 120.      Principles of Biology I (4)

CHE 110.    General Chemistry I (5)

HEA 281.     Medical Terminology (1)

PHY 120.     Elements of Physics I (4)

 

C.  Upper Division Requirements (30 units)

KIN 300.      Tests and Measurements in Physical Education (3)

KIN 305.      Motor Learning (3)

KIN 310.      Nutrition for Peak Performance (3)

KIN 362.      Principles of Athletic Training (3)

KIN 363.      Principles of Athletic Training Laboratory (1)

KIN 375.      Clinical Experience I (1)

KIN 376.      Clinical Experience II (1)

KIN 377.      Clinical Experience III (1)

KIN 461.      Therapeutic Modalities (3)

KIN 462.      Therapeutic Exercise (3)

KIN 463.      Lower Extremity Assessment (3)

KIN 464.      Upper Extremity Assessment (3)

KIN 465.      Administration of Athletic Training Programs (3)

KIN 476.      Clinical Experience IV (1)

KIN 477.      Clinical Experience V (1)

KIN 480.      Athletic Training Seminar (2)

 

Single field major - no minor required

Students who wish to pursue the State of California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education: Concentration in Dance should complete this program and additional requirements as listed in the Teacher Education section of this University Catalog. This concentration does not require an additional academic minor outside the fields of Physical Education and Dance.

 

A.   Lower Division Physical Education Requirements (12-15 units)

1.  Required Courses (9 units)

BIO 250.        Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)

BIO 251.        Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (1)

KIN 130.        Golf (1)

KIN 132.        Gymnastics (1)

KIN 141.        Martial Arts (1)

KIN 156.        Swimming/All Levels (1)

KIN 218.        First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (3) (or certification from American Red Cross to be current at graduation check)

REC 260.      Outdoor Education (1)

2.   Select one course from the following (1 unit)

KIN 111.        Aerobics (1)

KIN 142.        Physical Conditioning (1)

KIN 171.        Yoga (1)

3. Select one course from the following (1 unit)

KIN 118.        Basketball (1)

KIN 150.        Soccer/Outdoor (1)

KIN 152.        Softball (1)

KIN 164.        Volleyball (1)

4.   Select one course from the following (1 unit)

KIN 114.        Badminton (1)

KIN 162.        Tennis (1)

 

B.  Upper Division Physical Education Requirements (30 units)

1.   Required Courses (25 units)

KIN 300.        Test and Measurements in Physical Education (3)

KIN 301.        Kinesiology (3)

KIN 303.        Exercise Physiology (4)

KIN 305.        Motor Learning (3)

KIN 320.        History and Philosophy of Physical Education (3)

KIN 330.        Somatic Education (3)

KIN 360.        Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries (3)

KIN 448.        Teaching Effectiveness in Secondary
Physical Education (3)

2.   Select one course from the following (3 units)

DAN 440.       Dance for Children (3)

KIN 425.        Physical Education in the Elementary School (3)

KIN 447.        Dance Education in the Elementary School (3)

3.   Select one course from the following (2 units)

DAN 496.       Internship in Dance (2)

KIN 426.        Directed Teaching in Elementary
Physical Education (2)

KIN 449.        Directed Teaching in Secondary
Physical Education (2)

 

C.  Lower Division Dance Concentration Requirements (17 units)

1.   Required Courses (16 units)

DAN 110.       Dance of World Cultures (1)

DAN 130.       Dance Perceptions (3)

DAN 200.       Jazz I (2)

DAN 205.       Jazz II (2)

DAN 210.       Ballet I (2)

DAN 215.       Ballet II (2)

DAN 220.       Modern Dance I (2)

DAN 225.       Modern Dance II (2)

2.   Select one course from the following (1 unit)

DAN 120.       Tap Dance (1)

KIN 113.        Social and Folk Dance Activity (1)

 

D.  Upper Division Dance Concentration Requirements (11 units)

DAN 320.       Modern III (2)

DAN 325.       Modern IV (2)

DAN 330.       Beginning Choreography I (2)

DAN 335.       Beginning Choreography II (2)

DAN 480.       Dance Rehearsal and Performance (2)

DAN 495.       Special Topics in Dance (1)

Recommended Course

REC 126.      Introduction to American Sign Language (3)

NOTE: DAN 130 meets the requirement for General Education under the area of Humanities (Creativity). DAN 495 must be a different world dance genre from above.

 

A.   Common Core Requirements (23 -26 units)

 

B.  Lower Division Requirements (8 units)

KIN 111.        Aerobics (1)

KIN 141.        Martial Arts (1) 

KIN 142.        Physical Conditioning (1)

KIN 156.        Swimming (all levels) (1) or

KIN 158.        Swimming/Conditioning (1)

KIN 170.        Weight Training (1)

KIN 235.        Lifetime Fitness (3)

 

C.  Upper Division Requirements (25 units)

KIN 300.        Tests/Measurements in Physical Education (3)

KIN 305.        Motor Learning (3)

KIN 310.        Sports Nutrition for Peak Performance (3)

KIN 490.        Senior Seminar in Physical Education (1)

KIN 496.        Internship in Physical Education (3)

PSY 314.       Behavior Modification (3)

REC 331.      Programming in Recreation (3)

REC 334.      Therapeutic Recreation and Gerontology (3)

REC 438.      Commercial Recreation (3)

 

Students completing this major will need to complete a minor in another field.

A.   Common Core Requirements (23-26 units)

 

B.  Lower Division Requirements (14 units)

BIO 120.      Principles of Biology I (4)

CHE 110.    General Chemistry I (5)

HEA 281.     Medical Terminology (1)

PHY 120.     Elements of Physics I (4)

 

C.  Upper Division Requirements (25 units)

KIN 300.      Tests and Measurements in Physical Education (3)

KIN 305.      Motor Learning (3)

KIN 310.      Nutrition for Peak Performance (3)

KIN 362.      Principles of Athletic Training (3)

KIN 363.      Principles of Athletic Training Laboratory (1)

KIN 461.      Therapeutic Modalities (3)

KIN 462.      Therapeutic Exercise (3)

KIN 463.      Lower Extremity Assessment (3)

KIN 464.      Upper Extremity Assessment (3)

 

Single Field Major - no minor required

Students who wish to pursue the State of California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education should complete this program and additional requirements as listed in the Teacher Education section of this University Catalog. This option does not require an additional academic minor outside the field of Physical Education.

A.   Common Core Requirements (23 units)

 

B.  Lower Division Requirements (18 units)

1.   Required Courses (15 units)

KIN 111.        Aerobics (1)

KIN 113.        Social and Folk Dance (1)

KIN 114.        Badminton (1)

KIN 130.        Golf (1)

KIN 132.        Gymnastics (1)

KIN 141.        Martial Arts (1)

KIN 156.        Swimming (all levels) (1)

KIN 162.        Tennis (1)

KIN 233.        Practicum in Physical Education (3)

KIN 235.        Lifetime Fitness (3)

REC 260.      Outdoor Education (1)

2.   Select one course from the following (1 unit):

KIN 142.        Physical Conditioning (1)

KIN 170.        Weight Training (1)

3. Select two from the following (2 units):

KIN 118.        Basketball (1)

KIN 150.        Soccer (1)

KIN 152.        Softball (1)

KIN 164.        Volleyball (1)

 

C.  Upper Division Required Courses (23 units)

KIN 300.      Tests and Measurements in Physical Education (3)

KIN 304.      Introduction to Adapted Physical Education (3)

KIN 305.      Motor Learning (3)

KIN 320.      Seminar in History and Philosophy
of Physical Education (3)

KIN 425.      Physical Education in the Elementary School (3)

KIN 426.      Directed Teaching in
Elementary Physical Education (2)

KIN 448.      Teaching Effectiveness
in Secondary Physical Education (3)

KIN 449.      Directed Teaching
in Secondary Physical Education (2)

KIN 490.      Senior Seminar in Physical Education (1)

 

 

 

 

A.   Lower Division Requirements (7 units)

BIO 250.      Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)

BIO 251.      Elements of Human Anatomy
and Physiology Laboratory (1)

KIN 218.      First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (3)

 

B.  Upper Division Requirements (17 units)

KIN 301.      Kinesiology (3)

KIN 303.      Exercise Physiology (4)

KIN 305.      Motor Learning (3)

KIN 360.      Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries (3)

KIN 470.      Coaching Techniques for Selected Sports (2)

KIN 496.      Internship in Physical Education (Coaching) (2)

 

 

 

 

A.   Lower Division Requirements (10 units)

1.   Required Courses (6 units)

KIN 113.        Social and Folk Dance (1)

KIN 132.        Gymnastics (1)

KIN 223.        Introduction to Physical Education (3)

REC 260.      Outdoor Education (2)   

2.   Select two (2) courses from the following (2 units):

KIN 114.        Badminton (1)

KIN 130.        Golf (1)

KIN 141.        Martial Arts (1)

KIN 142.        Physical Conditioning (1)

KIN 162.        Tennis (1)

KIN 170.        Weight Training (1)

3.   Select two (2) courses from the following (2 units):

KIN 118.        Basketball (1)

KIN 150.        Soccer (1)

KIN 153.        Softball (1)

KIN 164.        Volleyball (1)

 

B.  Upper Division Requirements (11 units)

KIN 305.      Motor Learning (3)

KIN 425.      Physical Education in the Elementary School (3)

KIN 448.      Teaching Effectiveness
in Secondary Physical Education (3)

KIN 426.      Directed Teaching
in Elementary Physical Education (2) or

KIN 449.      Directed Teaching in Secondary Physical Education (2)