Undergraduate Course Catalog 2007-2008
College of Health and Human Services
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Kinesiology (KIN)
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Chairperson: Michael A. Gass
Professor: Ronald V. Croce, Michael A. Gass, Stephen H. Hardy
Associate Professor: Heather Barber, Robert W. Kenefick, John P. Miller, Timothy J. Quinn, Erik E. Swartz, Neil B. Vroman, Steven C. Wright
Assistant Professor: Brent J. Bell, Karen E. Collins, Michelle A. Grenier, Jayson O. Seaman
Clinical Associate Professor: Daniel R. Sedory
Clinical Assistant Professor: Laurie Gullion, Kenneth T. Hult, Pam McPhee, Allison Sigler, Virginia Logan Westmoreland
Clinical Instructor: Allison Sigler
Instructor: Karen N. Henny
Lecturer: Thomas W. Ashwell
The mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to generate, transmit, and apply knowledge about the role of physical activity (including exercise, movement, outdoor adventure experiences, and sport) in the advancement of health in society. The department has several teaching, research, and service functions that support this mission, including the preparation of professionals in the five options described below. While options vary in emphasis, each curriculum offers students fundamental knowledge in the following areas: the biological, psychological, and sociocultural foundations and consequences of physical activity; the pedagogical and rehabilitative aspects of physical activity; and the management and marketing of delivery systems in the field. Each option makes extensive use of field experiences and internships that blend theory with practice.
The department offers five areas of study for majors: 1) athletic training, 2) exercise science, 3) outdoor education, 4) sport studies, and 5) physical education pedagogy. Students who wish to minor in kinesiology must complete 20 credits of coursework that have been approved by a department minor adviser. No more than 6 of the 20 credits may be earned through activity or coaching courses.
Students interested in majoring or minoring in kinesiology should consult with the specific option coordinator.
Athletic Training Option
An athletic trainer implements injury prevention programs and immediate treatment and rehabilitation procedures for injured individuals as directed by physicians. The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)-accredited athletic training option prepares professionals qualified to attend the athlete, the fitness-conscious jogger, the skilled professional athlete, or anyone engaged in physical activity.
Students take coursework in prevention, evaluation, management, care, and rehabilitation of injuries as well as administration, education, and counseling. Students must earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in all KIN required courses and ZOOL 507-508.
Students gain clinical experience in University athletic training rooms and at off-campus clinical sites. Successful completion of the entire program, including 1,000 hours of supervised clinical experience, qualifies students to take the BOC certification exam. Students who wish to pursue both BOC certification and public school teacher certification should also see the pedagogy option. This double course of study will require between five and six years.
Students are admitted to the University in the athletic training option with conditional status. Specific criteria must be met during the student’s first year before he/she may apply for full-time status in the option, which is awarded to those students demonstrating exemplary performance in classes and clinical observations. Additionally, option technical standards establish the qualities considered necessary for students to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies associated with the program. Candidates for full-time status will be required to verify they understand and meet these technical standards or that, with reasonable accommodations, they can meet the standards. It is very important that interested students consult with option coordinator, Dan Sedory, regarding entry criteria and the technical standards.
Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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KIN | 506 | Concepts of Athletic Training | 4 |
KIN | 507 | Concepts of Athletic Training Lab | 1 |
KIN | 585 | Emergency First Responder | 4 |
KIN | 620 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
KIN | 652 | Clinical Kinesiology | 3 |
KIN | 653A | Musculoskeletal Assessment | 2 |
KIN | 658 | Evaluation & Care of Athletic Training Injury I | 4 |
KIN | 658L | Evaluation/Care of Athletic Training Injury I Lab | 1 |
KIN | 659 | Evaluation & Care of Athletic Training Injury II | 4 |
KIN | 659L | Evaluation/Care of Athletic Training Injury II Lab | 1 |
KIN | 660 | Therapeutic Excercise in Athletic Training | 4 |
KIN | 661 | Therapeutic Exercise Lab | 1 |
KIN | 662 | Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training | 4 |
KIN | 663 | Therapeutic Modalities Lab | 1 |
KIN | 665 | Laboratory Practicum in Athletic Training | |
655A | Level I | 2 | |
665B | Level II | 2 | |
665C | Level III | 2 | |
665D | Level IV | 2 | |
655E | Level V | 2 | |
KIN | 667 | Pharmacology in Athletic Training | 2 |
KIN | 670 | General Medical Conditions in Athletics | 4 |
KIN | 710 | Organization/Admin of Athletic Training Programs | 4 |
KIN | 715 | Seminar in Athletic Training | 4 |
KIN | 718 | Career Preparation in Athletic Training | 4 |
KIN | 780 | Psychological Factors in Sport | 4 |
University Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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NUTR | 400 | Nutrition in Health and Well Being | 4 |
PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
Statistics Course | 4 | ||
ZOOL | 507-508 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 8 |
Exercise Science Option
This curriculum prepares individuals for career opportunities in fitness and health promotion programs in hospitals, industry, and communities. Exercise scientists work in physical activity programs of prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation. Students must earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in every required course. All required courses must be completed before enrolling in KIN 650. Interested students should consult with the option coordinator, Timothy J. Quinn.
Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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KIN | 585 | Emergency First Responder | 4 |
KIN | 620 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
KIN | 621 | Exercise Laboratory Techniques | 4 |
KIN | 650 | Exercise Science Internship | 8 |
KIN | 652 | Clinical Kinesiology | 4 |
KIN | 653A | Musculoskeletal Assessment | 2 |
KIN | 704 | Electrocardiography | 4 |
KIN | 705 | Topics in Applied Physiology | 4 |
KIN | 720 | Science & Practice of Strength Training | 4 |
KIN | 724 | Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise | 4 |
KIN | 736 | Fitness and Graded Exercise Testing | 4 |
KIN | 737 | Exercise Prescription and Leadership | 4 |
KIN | 794 | Cardiopulmonary Pathologies | 4 |
KIN | 795 | Practicum in Cardiac Rehabilitation | 2 |
University Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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NUTR | 400 | Nutrition in Health and Well Being | 4 |
PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
ZOOL | 507-508 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 8 |
One course chosen from | SOC 502, PSYC 402, or HHS 540 | 4 | |
CHEM | 403-404 | General Chemistry | 8 |
CS | 403 | Online Network Applications | 4 |
Outdoor Education Option
The outdoor education option is an award-winning, internationally recognized program preparing individuals for careers in the educational, managerial, and/or therapeutic aspects of physical activity in natural and challenging environments. The option is interdisciplinary in scope, uses the various natural resources in seacoast and mountain areas, and provides students ample opportunity for practical application and field experience. Students must earn a grade of C (2.00) or better in every required course. In addition they must complete 100 days of documented leadership experience prior to beginning an internship. Interested undergraduate students should consult with the undergraduate curriculum coordinator, Laurie Gullion, e-mail lgullion@unh.edu.
Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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KIN | 540 | Top Rope Rock Climbing | 3 |
KIN | 541 | Management of Challenge Course | 4 |
KIN | 543 | Winter Backpacking Skills | 2 |
KIN | 550 | Outdoor Education Philosophy and Methods | 4 |
KIN | 551 | Adventure Programming: Backcountry Experiences | 3 |
KIN | 552 | Adventure Programming: Water-Based Experiences | 3 |
KIN | 681 | Theory of Adventure Education | 4 |
KIN | 682 | Outdoor Leadership | 4 |
KIN | 684 | Emergency Medical Care: Principles/Practices | 3 |
KIN | 685 | Emergency Medical Care: Principles/Practices Lab | 2 |
KIN | 686 | Wilderness Emergency Medical Care | 4 |
KIN | 687 | Leadership Practicum | 4 |
KIN | 786 | Organization/Administration of Outdoor Education | 4 |
KIN | 650 | Internship* | (2-4) Cr/F |
*Note: Proof of 100 days of leadership experience is required prior to taking this course.
University Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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ENGL | 501 | Introduction to Prose Writing | 4 |
Other: Core of courses emphasizing the particular area or population in
outdoor education of interest to student, e.g., business, education,
psychology—selected with assistance of an adviser.
Elective Courses (must successfully complete at least one)
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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KIN | 545 | High Angle Rescue | 2 |
KIN | 546 | Whitewater Canoeing | 3 |
KIN | 547 | Lead Rock Climbing | 3 |
KIN | 548 | High Altitude Mountaineering | 4 |
KIN | 549 | Wilderness Programming Skills | 4-8 |
KIN | 782 | Therapeutic Applications of Adventure Programming | 4 |
KIN | 693C | Teaching Assistantship | (2) Cr/F |
Sport Studies Option
Sport studies is an interdisciplinary option in the Department of Kinesiology that provides a foundation for a variety of career paths in school and college athletics, including coaching, administration, marketing, and sports information. The major also prepares students for further graduate study in areas such as sport psychology. Some sport studies courses are appropriate for students with career interests in other industry segments (e.g., pro-sports, broadcasting), but those students must choose other majors (e.g., business or journalism). Students take a core of foundation courses (e.g., The Sport Industry) as well as electives in applied areas such as sport marketing, athletic administration, and sport psychology. Majors must earn a grade of B- (2.67) or better in KIN 565 and KIN 580 and a grade of C (2.0) or better in each required University and KIN course. Cognate courses are required in supporting areas such as business, psychology, or in any other approved areas. In addition, an internship experience or independent study is required. An internship experience is strongly recommended since it is often critical to career development. Interested students should consult with the option coordinator, Stephen Hardy.
Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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KIN | 560 | Sport Psychology | 4 |
KIN | 562 | Intoduction to Sports Information | 4 |
KIN | 565 | Principles of Coaching | 4 |
KIN | 580 | The Sport Industry | 4 |
KIN | 741 | Social Issues in Contemporary Sports | 4 |
KIN | 761 | Senior Seminar in Sport Studies | 4 |
Electives--Sixteen credits of approved sport studies electives to include KIN 650 or KIN 696.
University Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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CS | 401 | Computer Applications | 4 |
PSYC | 401 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
One approved statistics course | 4 |
Cognate Requirement (outside of Department of Kinesiology)--Students must complete a package of cognate courses approved by the faculty (minimum 20 credits).
Physical Education Pedagogy Option
Pedagogy is the art and science of teaching. This option integrates a general education background with the theoretical and process knowledge involved in teaching movement-based elementary and secondary physical education programs. Extensive practicum experiences prepare students to teach preschool children, school-aged youth, and young adults, including students with developmental disabilities.
The physical education pedagogy option provides the foundation for public school teacher certification through either our four-year certification program, or, if a student chooses to pursue a master's degree with certification, the Department of Education's Fifth-Year Program. All fifth-year candidates must meet the requirements for admission to graduate school (e.g., grade-point average of 2.67 or above and 800 or above on the Graduate Record Examination). Internal transfer candidates must have a minimum GPA of 2.67 and pass the Praxis I, state licensure exam before admission to the option. All physical education pedagogy option students must receive a "C" grade (2.0) or better in all KIN required courses, including: KIN 655, Middle School and Secondary PE Pedagogy; KIN 666, Middle School and Secondary PE Practicum; KIN 610, Elementary PE Pedagogy; KIN 781, Inclusion in PE; and KIN 570, Elementary PE Practicum. Pedagogy majors are admitted with conditional status. In order to obtain full-time status in the option, majors must pass the Praxis I state licensure exam before classes begin in Fall of their sophomore year and maintain at least a 2.67 overall GPA at the start of their junior year. For questions about this program, contact the option coordinator, Steven Wright, at (603) 862-4408, or e-mailn Steven.Wright@unh.edu.
Required Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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KIN | 500 | Historical/Contemporary Issues Physical Education | 4 |
KIN | 501 | First Aid: Responding to Emergencies | 2 |
KIN | 570 | Elementary Physical Education Practicum | 4 |
KIN | 600 | Movement and Gymnastics Exploration | 4 |
KIN | 601 | Lifetime Sports | 3 |
KIN | 603 | Team Sports | 3 |
KIN | 610 | Elementary Physical Education Pedagogy | 4 |
KIN | 620 | Physiology of Exercise | 4 |
KIN | 648 | Current Issues in Health | 4 |
KIN | 652 | Clinical Kinesiology | 3 |
KIN | 653B | Biomechanical Analysis of Movement | 2 |
KIN | 655 | Middle School/Secondary Physical Education | 4 |
KIN | 666 | Middle/Secondary Physical Education Practicum | 4 |
KIN | 675 | Motor Development and Learning | 4 |
KIN | 676 | Adventure Activities | 3 |
KIN | 780 | Psychological Factors in Sport | 4 |
KIN | 781 | Inclusion in Physical Education | 4 |
Required Education Courses
Abbreviation | Course Number | Title | Credits |
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EDUC | 700/800 | Educational Structure and Change | 2-4 |
EDUC | 705/805 | Alternative Perspectives/Nature of Education | 2-4 |
KIN/EDUC | 694 | Courses in Supervised Student Teaching | 4 |
or | |||
EDUC | 900/901 | Internship and Seminar in Teaching | 3-6 |