University Catalogue: 2007-08
Kinesiology
McPhee 219
(715) 836-3840
http://www.uwec.edu/Lists/Acad.htm
Marilyn Skrivseth, Chair
Don Bredle, Mike Collins, Lance Dalleck, Tonja Englund, Terry Gibbons, Paul Graber, Garry Grant, Lisa Herb, Jeff Janot, Peg Johnson, Mary Larue, Jeffrey Lindauer, Don Parker, Matt Siverling, Robert Stow, Sean Yengo, Tracy Yengo.
Purposes and Goals
Kinesiology is the study of the art and science of human movement. The goal of the department is to promote and advance society's appreciation for human movement and its numerous contributions to an improved quality of life. This goal is addressed through programs covering the biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors that influence an individual's capacity to lead a healthy, physically active lifestyle.
Toward this end, the department offers majors in Athletic Training and Kinesiology. The Kinesiology major has four emphases to choose from including Human Performance, Teaching Early Childhood through Adolescence Physical Education, Sport Pedagogy, and Movement Studies. Minors are offered in the Science of Coaching, Adaptive Physical Education, and Kinesiology.
The department also offers a wide array of courses to meet the University Wellness requirement.
All the programs in the department are designed to stimulate intellectual development, instill leadership qualities, and promote service to others.
University Wellness Requirement. The University Wellness requirement is described in this Catalogue under University Graduation Requirements.
INFORMATION FOR ALL STUDENTS
A number of required courses within the majors and minors are currently undergoing revision. Course information is subject to change. See your academic adviser for additional information on how these changes may affect your individual plan of study.
Some courses require a special fee because of the nature of the activity. Current special course fees are shown in the Class Schedule.
Department programs may be limited by resources available. All new students are strongly encouraged to make contact with their assigned academic adviser early in the semester.
Core Requirements for All Kinesiology Majors (Except Athletic Training-Code 995-060)
Credits |
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| Kins 190 Concepts in Kinesiology | 3 |
| Kins 194 Anatomical Kinesiology | 3 |
| Kins 304 Biomechanical Kinesiology | 3 |
| Kins 308 Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| Kins 426 Motor Learning and Development | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: KINESIOLOGY, Physical Education Teaching Emphasis (Code 991-065)
Sixty semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 290, 293, 300, 301, 302, 303, 305, 327, 328, 484, 487, 493, 496; Sped 200 and 210 or 306; and Psyc 261. Additional requirements include: Biol 130 (GE-II), Biol 151 (GE-II); and Phys 100 (GE-II) which is a prerequisite for KINS 304. See chart for College of Education and Human Sciences GE requirements. This major is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option C and leads to licensure to teach Physical Education and Adaptive Physical Education in Early Childhood through Adolescence classrooms.
The University Physical Activity and Service-Learning requirements are met by the completion of required coursework within this major.
Admission to the College of Education and Human Sciences Teacher Educational Program
See additional requirements for admission to EA-A and EC-A programs on page 196. The Physical Education Teaching Program Committee will screen students for admission to the program and make recommendations to the EA-A/EC-A Admissions Committee based on:
1. A completed resumé outlining:
a. experiences with children and adolescents.
b. involvement in professional organizations.
2. A formal interview.
3. A completed course of study form.
4. Performance evaluations from Kins courses.
5. Resident and total GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Resources available limit the number of students admitted to the program. Not everyone who applies can be guaranteed admission.
Human Performance Emphasis
Sixty semester credits including the Core plus Kins 251, 355, 358, 440, 464, 466, 474, and 498. Students must also select an option specialization in one of the following areas: Sport Performance, Fitness Management, Health Promotion, or Pre-Professional.
Required courses in the Sport Performance option (Code 991-066) include Kins 262, 275, 277, 292, 312, and 357 and six credits of electives from: Bcom 206, 207; Kins 274, 313, 330, 348, 420, 450; Psyc 230, 380.
Required courses in the Fitness Management option (Code 991-067) include Acct 201, 202; Bcom 206 or 207; IS 240; Mgmt 340, 349; and Mktg 330.
Required courses in the Health Promotion option (Code 991-068) include Adtn 375; Fmhn 220; Kins 262, 275, 277; and ten credits of electives selected from: Adtn 360; Enph 450; Kins 312, 330, 445, 450; Nsys 389; Phil 306; Psyc 230, 333, 353, 380; Soc 364; and SW 315.
Required courses in the Pre-Professional option (Code 991-069) include Biol 314; Chem 103 or 115, 150 or 325; and eight credits of electives selected from: Adtn 375; Chem 104, 326, 352; Fmhn 220; Kins 275, 277, 310, 330, 375, 376, 420, 445; Math 111, 112, 114; Phil 306; Phys 212; and Psyc 230, 333, 351.
The following GE courses are required for all Human Performance students: Biol 196, 151 or 214 (Biol 214 is required for the pre-professional option); and Phys 100 or 211. The University Wellness Activity and Theory requirement and the Service-Learning requirement are met by the completion of required coursework within this major.
Admission to Human Performance Emphasis
The Human Performance Emphasis is intended to prepare students to work in clinical, commercial, corporate, and community health fitness settings. Formal application to the Human Performance Emphasis should be made during the second year (either fall or spring) of attendance while enrolled in Kins 251, Introduction to Human Performance. This will allow students to begin taking courses in their area of option (Sport Performance, Fitness Management, Health Promotion, or Pre-Professional) the next semester and begin the professional phase courses the following semester (e.g., Kins 355 and 358). The number of students admitted to the program each year is limited by available resources. Not everyone who applies can be guaranteed admission (currently up to 30 new students are admitted each semester). Program admission will be stratified based on primary interest in one of the four options (Sport Performance, Fitness Management, Health Promotion, or Pre-Professional), with up to five candidates being admitted in each area. Additional candidates will then be admitted based on merit regardless of specialization area.
The Human Performance Program Committee will screen students for admission to the program. At the time of application, students must:
1. Submit a completed program application form and intended plan of study.
2. Be enrolled in or completed Kins 251, 304, and 308.
3. Submit a cover letter and resumé highlighting qualifications related to human performance.
Student admission will be based on the following criteria:
1. Total GPAs—48%
2. Overall performance in Kins 251, 304, and 308—36%
3. Evaluation of student cover letter, resumé, and application self reflective essays—16%
Students who are not accepted in the Human Performance program may apply again the following semester. Those students who choose to reapply again are reminded that the program is a two-year course of study once accepted and that reapplying could delay their graduation up to one year.
| Admission requirements: | Kinesiology: Human Performance Emphasis |
| Application deadline: | Fall, spring semester while enrolled in Kins 251 |
| Credits required prior to program admission: | Completion of 30 credits or more |
| Minimum GPA: | 2.75 resident, major, and total GPA |
| Special grade/course requirement: | Completion of Kins 251, 304, and 308 |
| Other requirements: | Submission of application, resumé, and cover letter |
| Enrollment limitations: | Maximum of 30 students admitted per semester |
| Admission to internship: | Completion of Kins 251, 355, and 358; maintenance of current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification or equivalent; completion of background information disclosure check prior to the start of internship; and submission of internship position description. |
Retention
Once admitted into the Human Performance program, the student must meet the following criteria to remain in the program:
1. Maintain a 3.00 GPA in all Kinesiology major courses.
2. Continue to display appropriate dispositions regarding professional development, as outlined in the Policy for Disposition Intervention, Department of Kinesiology, Human Performance Emphasis.
3. Satisfactorily complete all course, lab, and practicum experiences within the Human Performance Emphasis core with a C+ or above. Human Performance core courses with a grade lower than C+ must be repeated.
Transfer Students
Transfer students must meet all application requirements prior to application to the program. Kins 251 must be taken on campus. Transfer students who are interested in the Human Performance Emphasis should inform the Admissions office upon application for admission to the University and contact the Human Performance program director.
Sport Pedagogy Emphasis (Code 991-052)
This major WILL NOT lead to licensure in physical education upon graduation.
Sixty semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 290, 293, 300, 301, 302, 303, 305, 327, 328, 476, 484 and 496; Sped 200 and 210 or 306; Psyc 261; and three credits from Kins 274, 275, 277, 292, 312, 313, 335, 487, 493; Sped 220, 330, 350. Additional requirements include: CJ 202 (GE-I); Biol 130, 151 (GE-II); Phys 100 (GE-II) which is a prerequisite for Kins 304. The College of Education and Human Sciences GE requirements should be met if the student desires to pursue a licensure in the future. See chart for College of Education and Human Sciences GE requirements. In order to be eligible for future licensure, a student must achieve a 2.75 or higher overall GPA upon graduation. Students must maintain a 2.50 or higher GPA to remain in the Sport Pedagogy emphasis. Students will need to pursue additional coursework and program requirements to receive licensure and should meet with their adviser to discuss career options. Students wanting to graduate with a licensure in teaching should pursue the Physical Education Teaching emphasis. The University Physical Activity and the Service-Learning requirements are met by completion of required coursework in this emphasis.
Admission requirements: Sport Pedagogy
Minimum GPA: At least 2.50 total
Movement Studies Emphasis (Code 991-261)
Thirty-six semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 262, 312, 313, and 476. Ten elective credits from the following: Adtn 375; Biol 196; Dnce 101; Kins 275, 277, 292, 357, and 474. The following GE courses are required: Biol 151; Math 104 or higher; Phys 100 or 211.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: ATHLETIC TRAINING (Code 995-060)
Sixty-two semester credits including the following courses: Core courses: Kins 194, 304, 308; Adtn 375; Biol 314; Chem 103; Kins 192, 262, 277, 280, 310, 312, 315, 316, 330, 357, 375, 376, 415, 416, 420, 430 and 474. Required GE courses include: Biol 196, 214; Phys 100; and Psyc 100. The University Wellness, Physical Activity, and Service-Learning graduation requirements are met by the completion of required coursework within this major.
Admission to Athletic Training Major
This major prepares students to become entry-level certified athletic trainers who are highly educated and health care professionals who specialize in educating patients, preventing, recognizing, managing, and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity. Certified athletic trainers are part of a complete health care team that works under the direction of a licensed physician and in cooperation with other health care professionals and may work in high schools, colleges/universities, clinics/hospitals, corporations/industries, or for professional sports teams. Clinical/field experience is a valuable educational tool and an area of emphasis in the athletic training education program through clinical site rotations. All students majoring in athletic training are required to complete clinical/field experiences arranged by the athletic training educational program.
The Athletic Training major was recently accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Successful completion of this major allows students to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination to become a certified athletic trainer.
All freshman/transfer students who declare athletic training as their major on admittance to the University must meet with the Program Director in an advising group meeting before the start of the first semester. Students who declare athletic training as their major after the beginning of the spring semester will be advised to start candidacy in the fall semester. As part of the candidacy period, all students are required to complete 75 hours of observation with a certified athletic trainer prior to the application deadline of April 1.
Formal application may be made to the Athletic Training Major during the second semester of the first year of attendance. This will allow selected students to start the three-year course of study during the fall semester of the following year. The number of students admitted to the program is limited by resources available. Not everyone who applies can be guaranteed admission (currently 12-15 new students are admitted each year).
The Athletic Training Education Program Committee will screen students for admission to the program and make recommendations to the department chair. At the time of application, students must submit:
1. A completed program application form.
2. Transcripts indicating a total GPA of 2.50 or higher on a minimum of 25 credits of degree work.
3. Proof of the completion of 75 hours of observation under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer.
4. Transcripts indicating completion of Kins 274 or hold a current American Red Cross CPR and First Aid card.
5. Evidence of being tuberculosis free (Student Health Service offers TB tests).
6. Evidence of receiving at least two of the three required immunizations in the hepatitis B vaccine series (or a signed hepatitis B immunization declination) and verification of immunization history for measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, and diphtheria.
7. Completion of Kins 192, Introduction to Athletic Training, with a grade of “B” (3.00) or above.
8. Documentation of compliance with the Athletic Training Education Program Technical Standards for Admission, which are based on the physical, cognitive, and attitudinal abilities that an entry-level athletic trainer must possess (see appendices for Technical Standards document).
Student admission will be based on the following criteria:
1. Performance evaluations by clinical supervisors—30%
2. Interview—30%
3. Cumulative University GPA—40%
Each student will be given a numerical score for each of the above categories. The totals for each student will be ranked, and the top 12-15 students will be recommended to the department chair for admission to the program. Letters of acceptance status will be sent by June 15 each year. Students who are not accepted are encouraged to select another major at the University. Those students who choose to reapply again the following year are reminded that a major is a three-year course of study once accepted and that reapplying will delay their graduation by at least one year.
Students accepted into the program will have to have a physical examination completed during the summer. Students will begin their athletic training coursework and clinical education/field experiences in the fall.
Any costs incurred with application and acceptance into the program are the athletic training student's responsibility. These costs may include, but are not limited to: fees for CPR and First Aid certification, hepatitis B vaccinations, updates of other immunizations, physical examination, membership in the NATA, athletic training specific clothing, travel to and from clinical sites, and other items needed for didactic and/or clinical study.
Retention
Once admitted into the Athletic Training major, the student must meet the following criteria to remain in the major:
1. Maintain a 3.00 GPA total in all athletic training core courses.
2. Earn a grade of B- or above in all ATEP core courses. ATEP courses with a letter grade below B- must be repeated.
3. Continue to be in compliance with the Athletic Training Education Program Technical Standards for Admission and the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Code of Ethics.
4. Satisfactorily complete all clinical experiences and other required program criteria.
To graduate from this program a student must achieve a 2.75 or higher total GPA.
Transfer Students
Transfer students must meet all application requirements prior to application to the program. Kins 192 must be taken on campus. Transfer students who are interested in the Athletic Training major should inform the Admissions office upon application for admission to the University and contact the Athletic Training Education program director.
Student Transportation
Students in the athletic training education program must provide their own transportation to and from clinical experiences. Some clinical experiences may require travel to other communities.
MINOR: ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION, Teaching (Code 991-459)
Twenty-four semester credits, including Sped 200, 306; Kins 484, 487, 493; plus nine credits selected from CSD 378; Sped 210, 324, 330, 350, 403, 421. This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option C and leads to licensure to teach Adaptive Physical Education in Early Childhood through Adolescence classrooms when combined with the Kinesiology teaching major at the Early Childhood through Adolescence level.
ADDITIONAL LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
Adaptive Physical Education
Physical Education majors and licensed physical education teachers who wish to add licensure in Adaptive Physical Education must complete either the minor or 15 semester credits including: Sped 200, 210 or 306; Kins 484, 487, 493.
Health Education
Physical Education majors and licensed physical education teachers who wish to add licensure in Health Education must complete 26 semester credits (Biol 130, 151, 196 or Kins 450; Kins 194, 274, 308, 335, 336, and 337) and a student teaching experience in health education.
MINOR: KINESIOLOGY, Liberal Arts (Code 991-457)
Twenty-four semester credits, including the Core plus Kins 312, 313, 474, and one credit elective from Kins 274, Fmhn 211, 212, 213, 220.
MINOR: SCIENCE OF COACHING, Liberal Arts (Code 971-452) or Teaching (Code 971-403)
Twenty-four semester credits, including Kins 194, 275, 277, 292, 304, 308, 492; and six credits from the following: 312, 313, and 357. This minor leads to Early Childhood through Adolescence coaching licensure.
NOTE: For dance classes required for the dance minor, see DNCE courses in the Department of Music and Theatre Arts.
