Course Requirements
All students in the Master of Science in Kinesiology will complete fifteen (15) units of core courses. Upon completing the core, students will follow an eighteen (18) unit concentration in either sport management, physical education, or exercise science.
Core Courses (15 units)
KIN500 Leadership in Kinesiology
KIN500 Leadership in Kinesiology
This course covers the historical and philosophical roles of sport programs in education. Leadership theory will be applied to various physical activity roles within K-12 and higher education settings. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN500-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 05/07/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | James Complex 036 |
KIN510 Ethics & Philosophy in Kinesolgy
KIN510 Ethics & Philosophy in Kinesolgy
This course studies contemporary and historical value systems in sport and the role of ethical leadership. Current ethical issues in modern sport and physical education are examined.(3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | KIN510-A | A | Bright, Joshua Eric | 10/08/2013 | Tuesday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | TBA Array |
KIN550 Legal Aspects of Kinesiology
KIN550 Legal Aspects of Kinesiology
This course provides an understanding of the American legal system and its response to sport related disputes. Material includes legal terminology, liability, risk management, personnel issues, Title IX, and various issues facing today's teachers, coaches and athletic administrators. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN550-A | A | Fields, Richard T. | 06/11/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Building 36 36B |
KIN570 Research Methods
KIN570 Research Methods
This course provides an introduction to research methods designed to acquaint the student with reading and analyzing literature. Material will include basic statistics, quantitative and qualitative research methods.(3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | KIN570-B | B | Gillum, Trevor L. | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | James Complex 052 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN570-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 10/08/2013 | Thursday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | James Complex 036 |
KIN596 Research Seminar
KIN596 Research Seminar
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Concentration Requirements
Students must complete all requirements in one of the following concentrations:
Exercise Science Concentration (15units)
KIN526 Musculoskeletal Exercise Intrven
KIN526 Musculoskeletal Exercise Intrven
This course covers various management issues including policy development and implementation, management style and philosophy, and human resource issues. Also covered will be the interaction of sport managers with governing boards, administrators, and constituents.(3 units; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | KIN526-A | A | Coburn, Jared W. | 09/03/2013 | Monday | 5:00 PM - 7:55 PM | James Complex 036 |
KIN536 Clinical Exercise Physiology
KIN536 Clinical Exercise Physiology
This course is an advanced study of human physiological adaptations to exercies. Emphasis is placed on energy metabolism, energetics, and excercise training techniques. Clinical application of current research findings is stressed.(3 units; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | KIN536-A | A | Gillum, Trevor L. | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | James Complex 036 |
KIN546 Sports Nutrition
KIN546 Sports Nutrition
This course provides a foundation in the science of exercise nutrition and bioenergetics. These foundational principles will be used in constructing sound nutritional recommendations as they apply to human physical activity and sports medicine. Current research concerning pharmacologic and nutritional ergogenic aids, disordered eating, fluid balance and thermoregulation, and body composition will be discussed. (3 units)
KIN556 Movmnt Interv for Chrnc Disease
KIN556 Movmnt Interv for Chrnc Disease
This course examines the role of aerobic exercicse in the prevention of rehabilitation of clients with various chronic diseases. Concepts in pathphysiology, disease etiology, and exercies interventions are discussed. (3 units; Spring)
KIN576 Clncl Exercise Testing & Prscrpt
KIN576 Clncl Exercise Testing & Prscrpt
This course involves the study of thetheoretical bases for exercise testing and the practical procedures used in pre-exercise screening and exercise testing. Students will learn how to interpret information from pre-exercise screeening and apply this tot he selection of appropriate exercices protocols. Evaluation of resultes from various exercise test protocols ith be emphasized using a case-study approach. (3 units; Spring)
Physical Education Pedagogy Concentration (15 units)
KIN501 Applied Pedagogy in Phys. Educ
KIN501 Applied Pedagogy in Phys. Educ
This course is designed to improve teaching effectiveness by covering curricular, classroom management, assessment, and physical development issues for students of all ages. (3 units)
KIN560 School Health Education
KIN560 School Health Education
School health education, drug and tobacco education, family living, community health, and safety education are mixed with teaching philosophy and current research to prepare the physical education teacher to teach health. Approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to meet requirements for the professional clear credential. (3 units)
Choose one class from the following
EDL522 Curriculum Theory & Development
EDL522 Curriculum Theory & Development
An overview of curriculum from the societal level to the classroom level and the experiences of the learner. Provides opportunity to explore development of the school curricula, K-12; to examine philosophical bases for curriculum development; and to investigate procedures for organizing the curriculum for effective learning. Cross-listed with EDU 522. (3 units)
EDU514 Secondary Methods
EDU514 Secondary Methods
This course examines various research-based instructional techniques, planning strategies, methods, and assessment practices for the secondary schools, both public and private, are examined. Twenty (20) hours of structured observation is required, equally divided between the middle school and high school classroom. This course will introduce the California TPA process. Cross-listed with EDU 497. Prerequisite: Education Committee Acceptance. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | EDU514-A | A | Moss, Joshua P. | 05/06/2013 | Wednesday | 7:20 PM - 10:00 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU514-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 7:05 PM - 9:30 PM | TBA Array |
| Spring 2014 | EDU514-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Wednesday | 7:05 PM - 9:30 PM | TBA Array |
Choose one class from the following
EDU515 Reading/Writing in Content Area
EDU515 Reading/Writing in Content Area
Focusing on the attainment of skills as a teacher of literacy, this course requires students to demonstrate content reading and writing competencies, such as determining levels of reading achievement, applying readability formulas, evaluating textbooks, and developing strategies for vocabulary, critical thinking, and comprehension. Focus is placed on the preparation of lessons using the PAR framework: pretending, assistance, and reflection. Students are also introduced to beginning reader strategies. Cross-listed with EDU 315. Twenty (20) hours of fieldwork required. Prerequisite: Education Committee Acceptance. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | EDU515-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 4:30 PM - 6:55 PM | TBA Array |
| Spring 2014 | EDU515-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Wednesday | 4:30 PM - 6:55 PM | TBA Array |
EDU521 Theories of Learning & Teaching
EDU521 Theories of Learning & Teaching
Examination of principles of teaching that can be derived from psychological theories and research, including behavioral, cognitive, and social theories. (3 units)
Choose one class from the following
EDU542 Models of Teaching & Learning
EDU542 Models of Teaching & Learning
Students explore varied strategies of instruction from four families of teaching models: behavioral, social, personal, and information processing. Students will identify and study sixteen unique models of teaching, which provide the student with a wide repertoire of teaching models for classroom practice. Students examine relationships among theories of learning and instruction as well as various instructional alternatives. Prerequisite: EDU 300, EDU 302, and teaching experience or permission of the instructor. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | EDU542-A | A | Timmons, Rachel E. | 05/06/2013 | Thursday | 7:20 PM - 10:00 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU542-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 7:05 PM - 9:30 PM | TBA Array |
SPE518 Classroom Management & Disciplin
SPE518 Classroom Management & Disciplin
This course is a study of the techniques, procedures and discipline models that can help make the difficult tasks of managing and disciplining much easier.Students will learn how to establish and maintain a classroom environment where positive behavior support is practiced. The classroom will be free from coercion and punishment. Interventions will be positive, proactive, and respectful of students. The course will also examine classroom discipline dimension: teacher responses to inappropriate behavior, the differences between emergency interventions, on-going positive behavioral support, and age-appropriate least intrusive strategies. Students will evaluate a variety of behavior management methods including functional analysis assessment. They will design their own behavior plan based on functional behavior analysis. The course will aid special education and mainstream education teachers in maximizing educational experiences for all students, including those with serious behavior disorders. Ten (10) hours of fieldwork required. Required for both Multiple Subjects and Single Subject Credentials. Cross-listed as EDU 440. Prerequisite courses: EDU300, EDU302 or equivalent, and ETC 505. (3 units)
Students in the physical education emphasis will work with the program director to develop a program plan based upon prior coursework and academic interest.
Sport Management Concentration (15 units)
KIN515 Managing Sport Programs
KIN515 Managing Sport Programs
This course covers various management issues including policy development and implementation, management style and philosophy, and human resource issues. Also covered will be the interaction of sport managers with governing boards, administrators, and constituents. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | KIN515-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | TBA Array |
KIN535 Event & Facility Management
KIN535 Event & Facility Management
This course will encompass a thorough conception of the planning and management of various athletic events and facilities. Class will periodically attend events outside of normal class hours, including weekends.(3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN535-A | A | Steward, Sean C | 07/16/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | James Complex 036 |
KIN545 Sport Marketing and Promotion
KIN545 Sport Marketing and Promotion
This course covers a variety of promotional and marketing strategies for sport programs and facilities ranging from high school athletics through professional sports.(3 units)
KIN565 Economics of Sport
KIN565 Economics of Sport
This course provides an introduction to the economic principles that influence athletic and sport organizations. Topics discussed include monopoly, economic impact analysis, budget preparation and related topics. (3 units)
KIN585 Field Experience I
KIN585 Field Experience I
Internship experience designed to provide the students with practical knowledge of sport related careers. Internship sites and duties are arranged by the student with the assistance and approval of the faculty advisor.(3 units; Fall; Spring; Summer)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN585-B | B | Gillum, Trevor L. | 05/06/2013 | Monday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | Instructor OFFC |
| Summer 2013 | KIN585-A | A | Pearson, David J. | 05/06/2013 | Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 5:25 PM | James Complex 036 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN585-A | A | Pearson, David J. | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 5:00 PM - 5:20 PM | James Complex 432 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN585-B | B | Gillum, Trevor L. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Instructor OFFC |
Thesis/Comprehensive Exam Requirement (3-4 units)
Students must complete the comprehensive exam or thesis sequence for their declared concentration
Exercise Science Thesis/Exam Requirement
KIN594 Comprehensive Examination
KIN594 Comprehensive Examination
Registration in KIN594 is required for students wishing to take a comprehensive examination to complete degree requirements for a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology. Students may retake the course once if the final examination is unsuccessful. Prerequisites: KIN570; Program Director Permission. (1 Unit)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN594-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 08/16/2013 | Friday | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | James Complex 052 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN594-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 12/06/2013 | Friday | Array - Array | James Complex 036 |
And
KIN585 Field Experience I
KIN585 Field Experience I
Internship experience designed to provide the students with practical knowledge of sport related careers. Internship sites and duties are arranged by the student with the assistance and approval of the faculty advisor.(3 units; Fall; Spring; Summer)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN585-B | B | Gillum, Trevor L. | 05/06/2013 | Monday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | Instructor OFFC |
| Summer 2013 | KIN585-A | A | Pearson, David J. | 05/06/2013 | Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 5:25 PM | James Complex 036 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN585-A | A | Pearson, David J. | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 5:00 PM - 5:20 PM | James Complex 432 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN585-B | B | Gillum, Trevor L. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Instructor OFFC |
Or
KIN598 Thesis
KIN598 Thesis
This course provides an extended research experience for the student. Under the direction of a faculty chair and thesis committee, the student will conduct further empirical research after completing KIN580 through the preparation and defense of a thesis. In the event that the student does not successfully defend by the end of the course, the student will retake the course the next semester that it is offered. If the thesis defense is not successful after two attempts, the student will meet with the program director and enroll in the comprehensive examnination to fulfill the Examination Requirement. Prerequisites KIN570; KIN580, Department Chair Permission. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN598-A | A | Gillum, Trevor L. | 05/06/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
Physical Education Thesis/Exam Requirement
KIN594 Comprehensive Examination
KIN594 Comprehensive Examination
Registration in KIN594 is required for students wishing to take a comprehensive examination to complete degree requirements for a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology. Students may retake the course once if the final examination is unsuccessful. Prerequisites: KIN570; Program Director Permission. (1 Unit)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN594-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 08/16/2013 | Friday | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | James Complex 052 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN594-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 12/06/2013 | Friday | Array - Array | James Complex 036 |
And 3.0 units of approved electives*
Or
KIN598 Thesis
KIN598 Thesis
This course provides an extended research experience for the student. Under the direction of a faculty chair and thesis committee, the student will conduct further empirical research after completing KIN580 through the preparation and defense of a thesis. In the event that the student does not successfully defend by the end of the course, the student will retake the course the next semester that it is offered. If the thesis defense is not successful after two attempts, the student will meet with the program director and enroll in the comprehensive examnination to fulfill the Examination Requirement. Prerequisites KIN570; KIN580, Department Chair Permission. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN598-A | A | Gillum, Trevor L. | 05/06/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |
* Approved electives include any graduate degree applicable course in kinesiology or education not previously applied to a degree requirement.
Sport Management Thesis/Exam Requirement
KIN594 Comprehensive Examination
KIN594 Comprehensive Examination
Registration in KIN594 is required for students wishing to take a comprehensive examination to complete degree requirements for a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology. Students may retake the course once if the final examination is unsuccessful. Prerequisites: KIN570; Program Director Permission. (1 Unit)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN594-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 08/16/2013 | Friday | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | James Complex 052 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN594-A | A | Sullivan, Sean | 12/06/2013 | Friday | Array - Array | James Complex 036 |
And
KIN595 Field Experience II
KIN595 Field Experience II
Internship experience designed to provide the students with practical knowledge of sport related careers. Internship sites and duties to be arranged by the student with the assistance and approval of the faculty advisor. (3 units; Fall; Spring; Summer)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN595-A | A | Pearson, David J. | 05/06/2013 | Tuesday | 5:30 PM - 5:50 PM | James Complex 036 |
| Fall 2013 | KIN595-A | A | Pearson, David J. | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 5:30 PM - 5:50 PM | James Complex 432 |
Or
KIN598 Thesis
KIN598 Thesis
This course provides an extended research experience for the student. Under the direction of a faculty chair and thesis committee, the student will conduct further empirical research after completing KIN580 through the preparation and defense of a thesis. In the event that the student does not successfully defend by the end of the course, the student will retake the course the next semester that it is offered. If the thesis defense is not successful after two attempts, the student will meet with the program director and enroll in the comprehensive examnination to fulfill the Examination Requirement. Prerequisites KIN570; KIN580, Department Chair Permission. (3 units)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | KIN598-A | A | Gillum, Trevor L. | 05/06/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Instructor OFFC |