Implementation Date: 2012
Note: Deletions are strikethroughs. Insertions are underlined.
Summary
Overview of Changes
- All ATRN and EXER courses will have the KNES prefix
- Changing the entry into the upper level for ATRN and EXER to the spring of the students’ sophomore year if all requirements have been met instead of the fall of their junior year. Instead of needing 60 hours they will need 36 hours and required courses KNES 2150, 2294, BIOL 1110, 2273 and 2273L, CHEM 1200, 1251 and 1251L, STAT 1220, 1221 or 1222
- Requiring a 2.5 gpa for the entry into both the EXER and ATRN programs.
- A number of courses that we have not taught in a long time will be taken off the books
- Foundations of Physical Conditioning will move from EXER 1201 to KNES 2101 and will be for EXER and ATRN Majors only.
- Water Safety Instruction will become Water Safety Instructor – which more appropriate
- Adding a new course Beginning Yoga KNES 1205
- Adding a new course Evidence Based Practice KNES 2296
- Adding a new course Medical Terminology KNES 2299 open to all students – online.
- Adding the following statement: Upper division Kinesiology courses (KNES 2290, 2295, 2296, 2298 and all required 3000 level and above) maybe attempted only twice. Withdrawing from the course after the Add/Drop deadline constitutes an attempt as does receiving any letter grade. All pre-requisite courses must be of a grade of C or higher in order to be deemed successful.
- Adding an official number to Principles of Strength and Conditioning Lab KNES 3285L.
- Adding a new course Undergraduate Research KNES 3900 – for varying topics
- KNES 1231, 1233, 1235 and 2232 are being increased one credit hour to represent the time and work load associated with these courses.
- KNES 1233 is moving to 2233, 1235 to 2233, 1235 to 2236 and 2232 to 3230 to match where these courses would fall in the student’s academic progress.
Catalog Copy
PRE-KINESIOLOGY
Applicants who satisfy freshman or transfer requirements for admission to the University and who apply to either the Athletic Training OR Exercise Science majors are eligible for admission to the Pre-Kinesiology major. All students entering the university will be required to complete the General Education requirements of the university. A suggested sequence of courses for Pre-Kinesiology students that meet these General Education requirements as well as the prerequisites for both Exercise Science and Athletic Training can be found at online (http://kinesiology.uncc.edu).
Students who apply for either the Athletic Training OR Exercise Science major are initially classified as Pre-Kinesiology majors (PKNS) until they meet the following requirements: cumulative GPA of 2.50 or abovehigher; completion of 60 36 hours; and successful (grade C or above) completion of BIOL 1110, BIOL 2273, BIOL 21273L, BIOL 1274, BIOL 1274L, CHEM 1200, CHEM 1251, CHEM 1251L, STAT 1222, MATH 1101, HLTH 2101*, KNESEXER 2150 and, KNESEXER 2294, ATRN 2295** and EXER 2298. .Students applying for the Athletic Training or the Exercise Science major must make a grade C or higher above in the requiredabove courses and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher above before making application to the ATRNeither major. All of the required courses maybe attempted twice. Withdrawing from the course after the Add/Drop deadline constitutes an attempt as does receiving any letter grade. All pre or co requisite courses must be of a grade of C or above in order to be deemed successful. Students applying for the Exercise Science major must make a grade of C or higher in the above courses and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher before making application to the EXER major. All ATRN and/or EXER KNES courses taken at UNC Charlotte required for any degree program in the Department of Kinesiology must be successfully completed at UNC Charlotte.
*Pre-Kinesiology majors are highly recommended to take LBST 2214 (Health and Quality of Life); this will substitute for HLTH 2101 (Healthy Lifestyles) as a required course and meet a General Education requirement.
**ATRN 2295 is required for those interested in pursuing Athletic Training as a major.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EXERCISE SCIENCE (EXER)
This degree program offers preparation for employment as Exercise Science practitioners in: health agencies, hospitals, fitness centers, business and industry, research laboratories, or any other setting which provides physical fitness enhancement programs for clients and patients. The courses in this major prepare the student to sit for the American College of Sports Medicine Health Fitness Specialist certification. The Exercise Science program is accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
REQUIREMENTS
Required courses are EXER KNES 2290, 2298, 3100, 3103 3260, 3280, 3281, 3285, 3286, 3287, 4121, 4132, 4286, 4293, 4490, and 4660. Additionally, the student must complete EXER KNES 211201 and three activity courses of their choosing. All of the required courses for the Exercise Science major must be completed with a grade of C or abovehigher. All of the required courses maybe attempted twice. Withdrawing from the course after the Add/Drop deadline constitutes an attempt as does receiving any letter grade. All pre or co requisite courses must be of a grade of C or above in order to be deemed successful.
Minimum criteria for application to the Exercise Science major are:
- A grade point average of 2.5 or above.
- A grade of C or above in the required prerequisite courses.
a. CHEM 1200
b. CHEM 1251 and CHEM 1251L
c. BIOL 1110
dc. BIOL 2273 and BIOL 2273L
fd. KNES 2150
ge. KNES 2294
h.f. STAT 1222, 1221 or 1220
- Completion of other required prerequisite courses by the end of the fall semester prior to the spring for which application is made.
- Exercise Science majors having more than three grades of D or below in required upper level courses cannot remain in the Exercise Science major and must change their major.
5. A student transferring to UNC Charlotte with credit for BIOL 2273 and BIOL 2273L is not required to take BIOL 1110.
6. A student transferring to UNC Charlotte with credit for CHEM 1251 and CHEM 1251L is not required to take CHEM 1200
Students should use the following course sequence to plan their class schedules once they are accepted into the Exercise Science program:
|
Upper Division Core Program Course Sequence: B.S. in Exercise Science |
| |||||||
|
Second Year |
| |||||||
|
|
Spring Semester |
| ||||||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
| ||||
|
|
|
KNES 2101 Foundations of Physical Conditioning |
2 |
| ||||
|
|
|
KNES 2290 Emergency Medical Response |
3 |
| ||||
|
|
|
KNES 2298 Applied Kinesiology |
3 |
| ||||
|
|
|
BIOL 2274 Human Anatomy and Physiology II. |
3 |
| ||||
|
|
|
|
BIOL 2274 Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II. |
1 | ||||
|
|
|
KNES Activity Course Elective |
1-3 |
| ||||
|
Upper Division Core Program Course Sequence: B.S. in Exercise Science | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Third Year | |||
|
|
Fall Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
1-3 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Spring Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
1-3 |
|
|
|
Two Electives |
6 |
|
Fourth Year | |||
|
|
Fall Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
1-3 |
|
|
|
KNES 4660 Practitioner Seminar |
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Spring Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
9 |
*Students must have completed EXERKNES 211201 and three additional activity courses before registering for EXERKNES 4490.
A complete, updated sequence of courses can be found online (http://kinesiology.uncc.edu).
ATRN 2295. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Laboratory. (1) Prerequisite: admission to Athletic Training major. Focus on the psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies necessary for the prevention, emergency management and acute care of athletic-related injuries. Additional $30 course fee applies. (Summer)
ATRN 3099. Movement Problems/Topics. (1-6) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Movement problems/topics chosen by the student which relate to special areas of interest. May be repeated for credit with approval of instructor. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
ATRN 3260. Nutrition for the Physically Active. (3) Cross-listed as EXER 3260. Prerequisite: EXER or ATRN major. Introduction to principles and concepts of nutrition and how dietary practices affect health and disease. (Fall)
ATRN 3280. Exercise Physiology: Foundation and Theory. (3) Cross-listed as EXER 3280. Prerequisite: EXER or ATRN major. The physiological responses to exercise, adaptations to exercise training and the mechanisms responsible for them in relation to both health fitness and athletic performance. (Fall)
ATRN 3281. Exercise Physiology Laboratory. (1) Cross-listed as EXER 3281. Corequisite: EXER 3280 or ATRN 3280. Laboratory experiences and assignments to enhance the lecture material presented in ATRN 3280. One laboratory period of two hours a week or two one hour labs. (On demand)
ATRN 3286. Exercise Testing: Principles and Theory. (3) Cross-listed as EXER 3286. Prerequisite: a grade of C or above in EXER 3280 or ATRN 3280. Corequisite: ATRN 3287. This course is designed to teach methods and protocols for collecting and interpreting information collected on individuals concerning various fitness parameters for the future development of individual and group conditioning programs. (Spring)
ATRN 3287. Exercise Testing Lab. (1) Corequisite: EXER 3286 or ATRN 3286. Practitioner lab in the use of appropriate data collection methods and protocols. (Spring)
ATRN 3400. Athletic Training Clinical I. (2) Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Education Program. Acquisition and application of clinical proficiencies and psychomotor competencies necessary for the entry-level athletic trainer. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Fall)
ATRN 3401. Athletic Training Clinical II. (2) Prerequisite: ATRN 3400. Continuation of ATRN 3400. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Spring)
ATRN 4121. Pharmacology for the Physically Active. (3) Cross-listed as EXER 4121. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in EXER 3280 or ATRN 3280, or permission of the instructor. An examination of the historical aspects of use, abuse, and addiction within the realm of healthcare and human performance. Exposes students to a wide variety of drug issues and the unique use and abuse patterns of individuals treated in healthcare settings and physical fitness. (Fall)
ATRN 4132. Lifetime Weight Management. (3) Prerequisites or corequisites: EXER 3260 or ATRN 3260. Examines factors in obesity and weight control, emphasizing techniques in behavior modification and lifestyle change for effective weight management. (Spring)
ATRN 4286. Exercise Prescription. (3) Cross-listed as EXER 4286. Prerequisite Successful completion of EXER 3286 or ATRN 3286 and EXER 3287 or ATRN 3287. This course is designed to teach the interpretation and prescription of exercise and various fitness parameters for programs with healthy populations and general clinical populations. (Fall)
ATRN 4290. Therapeutic Exercise. (3) (W) Prerequisite: ATRN 3298. Application of the therapeutic techniques used in rehabilitation for upper and lower body injuries within the scope of athletic training. (Fall)
ATRN 4291. Therapeutic Exercise Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: ATRN 4290. Practitioner lab focusing on the psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies related to the use of therapeutic exercise within the scope of athletic training. (Fall)
ATRN 4292. Organization and Administration of Athletic Training. (3) (O) (W) Prerequisites: ATRN 4290, ATRN 4291. Athletic training organization and administration. (Spring)
ATRN 4293. Biomechanics. (3) Cross-listed as EXER 4293. Prerequisites: a grade of C or above in EXER 3280 or ATRN 3280. This course provides an introduction to the study of physics principles as they govern human movement, as well as understanding how the neuromuscular system controls human movement. Additionally, this course covers the mechanical principles that underlie musculoskeletal injury, as well as the influence that gender and ethnicity may have on various musculoskeletal pathologies. (Fall)
ATRN 4294. Biomechanics Lab. (1) Cross-listed as EXER 4294. Corequisite: ATRN 4293. Laboratory experiences and assignments to enhance the lecture material presented in ATRN 4293. One laboratory period of two hours a week or two one hour labs. (On demand)
ATRN 4400. Athletic Training Clinical III. (2) Prerequisite: ATRN 3401. Acquisition and application of advanced clinical proficiencies and psychomotor competencies necessary for the entry-level athletic trainer. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Fall)
ATRN 4401. Athletic Training Clinical IV. (2) Prerequisite: ATRN 4400. Continuation of ATRN 4400. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Spring)
ATRN 4660. Practitioner Seminar. (3) (O, W) Prerequisites: Must be taken during the term closest to internship ATRN 4401). Emphasis is on state of the art health enhancement practices. (Spring)
EXERKNES 1099. Topics in Games/Exercise/Sports. (1-3) Specialized topics or innovations in games, exercise, and sports. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. (On demand)
EXER 1201. Foundations of Physical Conditioning. (2) Prerequisite: Pre-Kinesiology, Athletic TrainingATRN, or Exercise ScienceEXER major. The application and basic science of physical training programs designed to improve and maintain physical fitness. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1202. Weight Training. (1) Mechanics and programming of weight training. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXER 1203. Fencing. (1) The skills and rules of the sport of fencing. (On demand)
EXERKNES 1204. Aerobic Fitness. (1) Exercise designed to develop and maintain physical fitness through aerobic activity to music. (Fall, Spring)
KNES 1205. Beginning Yoga. (1) This course is an introduction to the practice and philosophy of yoga. Students will learn how to apply the principles of yoga to enhance physical health and mental wellbeing. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1206. Adaptive and Developmental Physical Education. (1) Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Prescribed ameliorative exercises adapted to individuals with special needs, capacities and interests. (On demand)
EXERKNES 1208. Walk, Jog, Run. (1) Principles of walking, jogging and running as modes for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health and physical fitness. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1209. Step Aerobics. (1) Physical fitness training emphasizing aerobic conditioning via variations and combinations of step patterns on adjustable exercise benches. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1210. Beginning Swimming. (1) For weak swimmers or nonswimmers. Instruction in water safety fundamentals, basic body positioning, maneuvering in water, and traveling skills, including basic strokes. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1211. Intermediate Swimming. (1) Emphasis on gaining competency in at least four basic strokes and increasing endurance. Instruction in water safety, non-swimming rescues and lap swimming for fitness. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1215. Aquatic Fitness. (1) Principles of safety and effectiveness of aquatic exercise as a mode for improving and maintaining general health and physical fitness. (Spring)
EXERKNES 1220. Beginning Tennis. (1) The rules, basic skills and strategy. (Fall)
EXERKNES 1222. Racquet Sports. (1) Basic skills, tactics, safety and rules of racquetball, court and table tennis, squash and badminton. (Spring)
EXERKNES 1223. Beginning Badminton. (1) The rules, basic skills and strategy. (On demand)
EXERKNES 1231. Introduction to Outdoor Adventure. (21) Prerequisites: successful completion of water safety test, permission of instructor, and freshman or sophomore standing only. Introduction to outdoor adventures through active participation in hikes, challenge courses, climbing wall, a solo experience, weekend trips, class discussions and written reflection. Participation in a Venture public trip required, individually selected from Venture’s offerings for the semester. Special fee assessed for the trips. (Fall, Spring)
EXER 1232. Orienteering. (1) Introduction of off trail navigation with emphasis in the use of topographic maps, compasses, and route finding for wilderness travel; and the sport of competitive orienteering. Weekly class and 1 or 2 Saturday meets. (Spring) (Alternate years)
EXER 1233. Rock Climbing. (1) Introduction to rock climbing with emphasis on belaying and safety systems, climbing techniques, and the metaphorical and psychological aspects of climbing. Course will include: classroom sessions, use of indoor climbing wall, and weekend trips to outdoor climbing sites. A special fee will be charged to cover the costs of the weekend trips. (Fall, Spring)
EXER 1234. Canoeing. (1) Prerequisite: Successful completion of water safety test. Introduction to canoeing on flat water and white water emphasizing basic strokes, river reading, and boating safety. 10 classroom sessions and 2 weekend days. (Spring)
EXER1235. Challenge Course Activities. (1) Immersion in a developmental small group team experience using a wide variety of challenge course activities (i.e., ropes course, trust exercises, group initiatives.) The focus is on expanding students’ self knowledge and understanding of how to work effectively with and lead others. (Spring)
EXER 1240. Beginning Golf. (1) The grip, stance, stroke, use and selection of clubs, rules and etiquette. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 1242. Archery. (1) The fundamental skills and selection, care and repair of equipment. (On demand)
EXERKNES 1250. Volleyball. (1) The rules, fundamental skills and strategies. (Fall, Spring)
EXER 1262. Recreational Dance. (1) Social and partner dancing in a recreational setting. Basic knowledge of dance steps, dance music, style, leading/following techniques, plus current popular variations. (On demand)
EXERKNES 1263. Body Shaping. (1) Selected methods of resistive exercises used to shape, tone and define musculature in a gymnasium setting. (Fall, Spring)
KNES 2101. Foundations of Physical Conditioning. (2) Prerequisite: ATRN or EXER major. The application and basic science of physical training programs designed to improve and maintain physical fitness. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 2150. Introduction to Kinesiology. (3) Prerequisite: Pre-Kinesiology major (open to all students during summer session). Introduction to the study of athletic training and exercise science health fitness relative to philosophies, practices, work settings, trends, knowledge bases, skills and licensures. (Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 2212. Lifeguard Training. (3) Prerequisite: Swim 300 yards using a combination of front crawl and breast stroke continuously, swim 20 yards, dive to 10 feet and retrieve a dive brick, return. The knowledge and skills associated with lifeguarding. Qualifying students will receive the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate. There is a $10 course fee. (Fall, Spring)
EXERKNES 2213. Water Safety Instructionr. (3) Prerequisite: Competency in all basic swimming strokes. Techniques used in teaching people aquatic skills. Qualifying students will receive the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s (WSI) rating. There is a $10 course fee. (Spring)
EXERKNES 2219. Scuba Diving and Laboratory. (3) Prerequisite: Junior, Senior, or Fifth-Year status and appropriate swimming ability to current scuba standards as prescribed by recognized scuba certifying organizations. The science and skills associated with the use of Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. Students who demonstrate the required knowledge and skills may request licensure as an open water SCUBA diver. Open to all students during summer session. There is a $60 course fee. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 2220. Advanced Scuba Diving. (1) Prerequisite: EXERKNES 2219. The knowledge and skill required for underwater navigation, search and recovery, limited visibility diving and deep diving. There is a $35 course fee. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 2230. Wilderness Experience. (3) Corequisite: EXERKNES 2231. This course is, in essence, a semester-long Outward Bound experience. It uses a variety of group experiences and adventure activities, including backpacking trips and challenge courses. The goal is a deeper understanding of oneself and of life itself through participation in an in-depth group experience. Significant attention is given to self reflection. Field experiences during class and two weekend trips. (Fall)
EXERKNES 2231. Wilderness Experience Lab. (1) Corequisite: EXERKNES 2230 . The lab will focus on the skills and knowledge necessary for planning and conducting one’s own backpacking trips. The lecture course (EXERKNES 2230) uses the experiences from the lab to increase self knowledge. Two weekend backpacking trips are included. A special fee will be charged to cover the costs of the trips. (Fall)
KNES 2233. Rock Climbing. (2) Introduction to rock climbing with emphasis on belaying and safety systems, climbing techniques, and the metaphorical and psychological aspects of climbing. Course will include: classroom sessions, use of indoor climbing wall, and weekend trips to outdoor climbing sites. A special fee will be charged to cover the costs of the weekend trips. (Fall, Spring)
EXER 2232. Wilderness Trip Leading. (2) Prerequisite: EXER 1231 or EXER 2230 or permission of instructor. The focus is on the broadly accepted skills and knowledge necessary for leading group adventure trips. Includes spring break backpacking trip(s) and class room sessions. After successful completion of this course students will be eligible to assist with Venture trips. A special fee will be charged to cover the costs of the trips. (Spring)
EXERKNES 2234. Challenge Course Facilitation. (2) Prerequisite: EXERKNES 1235 2236 or EXERKNES 2230 or permission of instructor. Focus on the basic skills and knowledge necessary for safely and effectively leading groups through challenge courses. In addition to class room sessions, weekend days at the Team Challenge Course and observation/ apprenticing of actual Venture programs are required. (Spring)
EXERKNES 2235. High Ropes Course Facilitation. (2) Prerequisite: EXERKNES 1235 2236, 2230 or 2234 or permission of instructor. Focus on both the technical and facilitation skills and the knowledge necessary for safely and effectively leading groups through high ropes courses. In addition to class room sessions, weekend days at the High Team Challenge Course and observation/ apprenticing of actual Venture programs are required. (Fall)
KNES 2236. Challenge Course Activities. (2) Immersion in a developmental small group team experience using a wide variety of challenge course activities (i.e., ropes course, trust exercises, group initiatives.) The focus is on expanding students’ self knowledge and understanding of how to work effectively with and lead others. (Spring)
EXER 2251. Introduction to Human Movement: A Personal Approach. (3) Selected methods of observing and analyzing human movement via self-observation and study. (On demand)
EXERKNES 2290. Emergency Medical Response (3) Prerequisite: ATRN or EXER major. The knowledge and skills necessary to work as an emergency medical responder (EMR) to help sustain life, reduce pain and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until more advanced medical care arrives and takes over. Qualifying students may receive certifications in: Emergency Medical Response, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Health Care Provider, Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens Training). First Aid: Responding to Emergencies. (3) Prerequisite: Pre-Kinesiology major (open to all students during summer session). The knowledge and skills associated with being a first responder in case of injury or sudden illness. Qualifying students may receive certifications in: Responding to Emergencies-First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Preventing Disease Transmission (Bloodborne Pathogens Training) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Open to all students during summer session. There is a $20 course fee. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 2294. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries. (3) Pre- or corequisite: EXER 2290 and Pre-Kinesiology major. Focus on the health care competencies necessary for the prevention, emergency management and acute care of athletic related injuries. Also provides an introduction to the role of the Certified Athletic Trainer in providing health to the physically active individual. (SpringFall)
EXERKNES 2295. Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Laboratory. (1) Prerequisite: Admission to athletic training major Pre-Kinesiology major. Corequisite: EXER 2294. Focus on the psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies necessary for the prevention, emergency management and acute care of athletic-related injuries. There is a $30 course fee. (Spring)
KNES 2296. Evidence-Based Practice. (3) Prerequisite: Admission to athletic training program. Gain knowledge of critical appraisal and experience in the practice of evidence based health care. (Spring)
EXERKNES 2298. Applied Kinesiology. (3) Prerequisites: grades of C or above in BIOL 21273 and BIOL 21273L; Pre-KinesiologyATRN or EXER major. The study of musculoskeletal anatomy and how it relates to normal function of the human body. (Spring)
KNES 2299. Medical Terminology. (3) Students learn proper medical and scientific terminology usage within the context of human anatomy and physiology, and pathology. (Fall, Summer) (Internet)
EXERKNES 2333. Baseball Through History and Playing. (3) This course first explores the socioeconomic climate of baseball’s origins from the 1800s to the present. The second half provides activity-oriented instruction that introduces softball’s emergence from baseball through basic skills, rules, and strategies of the game. (Spring)
Upper division Kinesiology courses (KNES 2290, 2295, 2296, 2298 and all required 3000 level and above) maybe attempted only twice. Withdrawing from the course after the Add/Drop deadline constitutes an attempt as does receiving any letter grade. All pre-requisite courses must be of a grade of C or higher in order to be deemed successful.
EXERKNES 3099. Movement Problems/Topics. (1-6) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Movement problems/topics chosen by the student which relate to special areas of interest. May be repeated for credit with approval of instructor. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 3100. Organization and Administration of Exercise Science. (3) Prerequisite or corequisite: EXER 1201 and an EXER major. This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills of organization and administration in various settings within exercise science field. Additionally, students will gain the knowledge and skills in professional development and responsibility necessary to function as a professional in exercise science This course introduces principles and methods of leadership. Includes programming and participation, teaching methods, assessment, supervision, and leadership for various types of individual and group health and fitness programs. This course will also review basic exercise science principles and provide the student with the knowledge and skills to lead a wide variety of related activities. (Fall)
EXER 3103. Behavior Change for the Physically Active. (3) Prerequisite: must be an EXER major. To describe the influence of physical activity on mental health. Specific focus will be placed on the factors affecting behavior change with physical activity as well as various paradigms regarding behavior change. (Spring)
EXER 3152. Health and Safety Issues in Middle and Secondary Schools. (2) Prerequisites: Junior or senior status, EDUC 2100 and SPED 2100. Provides the pre-service teacher with the curricular content of health and safety in grades 6-12. Focuses on knowledge and behaviors conducive to health and safety. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXER 3200. Adaptive Physical Education. (3) Prerequisite: admission to teacher education program. Study of movement potentials and limitations of mentally and physically impaired children and teaching skills necessary to use movement as a medium for physical, social and emotional development. (On demand)
EXERKNES 3221. Elementary Physical and Health Education. (3) Prerequisites: grades of C or above in EDUC 2100, ELED 3120, and SPED 2100; acceptance into the Teacher Education Program. Integrating physical and health education with elementary school curriculums. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
KNES 3230. Wilderness Trip Leading. (23) Prerequisite: KNES 1231 or KNES 2230 or permission of instructor. The focus is on the broadly accepted skills and knowledge necessary for leading group adventure trips. Includes spring break backpacking trip(s) and class room sessions. After successful completion of this course students will be eligible to assist with Venture trips. A special fee will be charged to cover the costs of the trips. (Spring)
EXER 3233. Teaching Children Movement. (3) Prerequisites: EDUC 2100, EXER 2110, and EXER 2150. Study of movement and physical activities as applied in the elementary school program. Emphasis on teaching lessons at a local elementary school. (On demand)
EXER 3251. Human Movement. (3) Prerequisite: EXER 2251 or permission of instructor. Analysis and application of basic movement in specific sport, dance, gymnastic, and aquatic skills. (On demand)
EXERKNES 3260. Nutrition for the Physically Active. (3) Cross-listed as ATRN 3260. Prerequisite: EXER or ATRN major. Introduction to principles and concepts of nutrition and how dietary practices affect health and disease. (Fall)
EXERKNES 3280. Exercise Physiology: Foundation and Theory. (3) Cross-listed as ATRN 3280. Prerequisite: EXER or ATRN major. The physiological responses to exercise, adaptations to exercise training and the mechanisms responsible for them in relation to both health fitness and athletic performance. (Fall)
EXERKNES 3281. Exercise Physiology: Principles and Application. (3) (W) Corequisite: EXERKNES 3280 Application of principles with laboratory experiences and the development of writing strategies appropriate to the domain of exercise physiology. Also to enhance the lecture material presented in EXERKNES 3280. (Fall)
EXERKNES 3285. Principles of Strength and Conditioning. (3) Prerequisites: EXERKNES 21011201 and EXERKNES 3280. A study of biomechanical and physiological principles of strength and conditioning for the physically active. (Spring)
KNES 3285L. Principles of Strength and Conditioning Lab. (1) Corequisite KNES 3285 or permission of instructor . This course presents lecture material and laboratory experiences for the biomechanical and physiologic principles of strength and conditioning programs. There is a strong focus on practical application of strength and conditioning principles for training and testing techniques for special populations, apparently healthy populations, and athletes. (Spring)
EXERKNES 3286. Exercise Testing: Foundation and Theory. (3) Cross-listed as ATRN 3286. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in EXERKNES 3280 or ATRN 3280 and EXERKNES 3281 or ATRN 3281. Corequisite: EXER 3287. This course is designed to teach methods and protocols for collecting and interpreting information collected on individuals concerning various fitness parameters for the future development of individual and group conditioning programs. (Spring)
KNES 3286L. Exercise Testing Lab. (1) Corequisite: KNES 3286. Prerequisite: ATRN major only. Practitioner lab in the use of appropriate data collection methods and protocols. (Spring)
EXERKNES 3287. Exercise Testing: Principles and Applications. (3) (O, W) Corequisite: EXERKNES 3286 or permission from the instructor ATRN 3286. Application of principles with laboratory experiences and the development of writing strategies and oral presentation appropriate to the domain of exercise testing. Appropriate data collection methods and protocols are used. Enhances the lecture material presented in EXERKNES 3286. (Spring)
ATRNKNES 3288. Upper Body Injury Evaluation. (3) Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Education Program. An upper division athletic training course focusing on orthopedic evaluation competencies for assessing athletic-related injuries and pathology to the upper extremities, cervical and thoracic spine. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 3289. Upper Body Injury Evaluation Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: ATRNKNES 3288. Practitioner lab focusing on the psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies related to upper extremity, cervical and thoracic spine injury and pathology assessment. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 3290. Lower Body Injury Evaluation. (3) Prerequisites: KNES 2295 and KNES 2298 Acceptance into the Athletic Training Education Program. An upper division athletic training course focusing on orthopedic evaluation competencies for assessing athletic-related injuries and pathology to the lower extremities and lumbar spine. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 3291. Therapeutic Modalities. (3) Prerequisite: KNES 2295 and KNES 2298 Acceptance into the Athletic Training Education Program. A study of the theories and techniques of therapeutic modalities within the scope of athletic training. (Spring)
ATRNKNES 3292. Therapeutic Modalities Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: ATRNKNES 3291. Practitioner lab focusing on the psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies related to the use of therapeutic modalities within the scope of athletic training. (Spring)
ATRNKNES 3293. General Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Athletic Training. (3) Prerequisites: ATRNKNES 3288, ATRNKNES 3289, 3290 and ATRNKNES 3295. Study of cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies and proficiencies that the entry-level certified athletic trainer must possess to recognize, treat, and refer, when appropriate, the general medical conditions, psychosocial situations, and disabilities of athletes and others involved in physical activity. (Spring)
ATRNKNES 3295. Lower Body Injury Evaluation Laboratory. (1) Corequisite: ATRNKNES 3290. Practitioner lab focusing on the psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies related to lower extremity and lumbar spine injury evaluations. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 3298. Therapeutic Exercise Foundations. (3) Prerequisites: ATRNKNES 3290 and ATRNKNES 3295. Study of the theory and principles that guide the application of therapeutic exercise. (Spring)
ATRNKNES 3400. Athletic Training Clinical I. (2) Prerequisites: KNES 2295 and KNES 2298 Acceptance into the Athletic Training Education Program. Acquisition and application of clinical proficiencies and psychomotor competencies necessary for the entry-level athletic trainer. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 3401. Athletic Training Clinical II. (2) Prerequisite: ATRNKNES 3400. Continuation of ATRNKNES 3400. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Spring)
KNES 3900. Undergraduate Research. (1-3) Prerequisites: Permission of the department, minimum overall GPA of 2.8 and EXER GPA of 3.25. Enables Exercise Science majors to initiate research projects in their respective fields of interest. Maximum credit toward major: nine hours. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 4121. Pharmacology for the Physically Active. (3) Cross-listed as ATRN 4121. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in EXERKNES 3280 or ATRN 3280, or permission of the instructor. An examination of the historical aspects of use, abuse, and addiction within the realm of health and human performance. Exposes students to a wide variety of drug issues and the unique use and abuse patterns of individuals in the exercise science arena. (Fall)
EXERKNES 4130. Applied Nutrition. (3) Principles of nutrition, dietary guidelines, dietary relationships to diseases and health, special populations, computerized dietary analysis. (2 year cycle)
EXERKNES 4132. Lifetime Weight Management and Behavior Change. (3) Prerequisites: a grade of C or above in EXERKNES 3260 or ATRN 3260 and EXERKNES 4286. Examines factors in obesity and weight control, emphasizing techniques in behavior modification and lifestyle change for effective weight management. (Spring) (Internet)
EXERKNES 4134. Assessment and Development of Physical Fitness. (3) Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Study of responses and adaptations to exercise, assessment techniques, exercise prescription, leadership and programming. (2-year cycle)
EXER 4204. Perceptual Motor Development. (3) Theories, principles and research related to perceptual motor development of children. (On demand)
EXER 4205. Perceptual Motor Learning. (3) Prerequisite or corequisite: EXER 4204 or permission of instructor. Perceptual-motor learning of children and its effect on school performance and the relationships of perceptual-motor development to reading, writing and mathematics. (On demand)
EXER 4208. Perceptual Motor Therapy. (3) Prerequisite: EXER 4205 or permission of the instructor. Observation of and evaluation and therapy for children with perceptual-motor delays. (On demand)
EXER 4210. Perceptual Motor Therapy Laboratory. (1) Prerequisite/corequisite EXER 4204, 4205, or 4208. (On demand)
EXER 4211. Perceptual Motor Therapy Laboratory. (2) Prerequisites/corequisite: EXER 4204 or 4208. (On demand)
EXER 4212 . Perceptual Motor Therapy Laboratory. (3) Prerequisite: EXER 4208, 4210, or 4210 and permission of instructor. Supervised observation, testing and clinical teaching of children with perceptual-motor dysfunction.
EXERKNES 4286. Exercise Prescription. (3) Cross-listed as ATRN 4286. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EXERKNES 3286 or ATRN 3286 and EXERKNES 3287 or ATRN 3287. This course is designed to teach the interpretation and prescription of exercise and various fitness parameters for programs with healthy populations and general clinical populations. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 4290. Therapeutic Exercise. (3) (W) Prerequisite: ATRNKNES 3298. Application of the therapeutic techniques used in rehabilitation for upper and lower body injuries within the scope of athletic training. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 4292. Organization and Administration of Athletic Training. (3) (O) (W) Prerequisites: ATRNKNES 4290, ATRN 4291. Athletic training organization and administration. (Spring)
EXERKNES 4293. Biomechanics. (3) Cross-listed as ATRN 4293. Prerequisites: a grade of C or above in EXERKNES 3280 or ATRNKNES 3280. This course provides an introduction to the study of physics principles as they govern human movement, as well as understanding how the neuromuscular system controls human movement. Additionally, this course covers the mechanical principles that underlie musculoskeletal injury, as well as the influence that gender and ethnicity may have on various musculoskeletal pathologies. (Fall)
EXER 4294. Biomechanics Lab. (1) (W) Cross-listed as ATRN 4294. Corequisite: EXER 4293. Laboratory experiences and assignments to enhance the lecture material presented in EXER 4293. One laboratory period of two hours a week or two one hour labs. (On demand)
ATRNKNES 4400. Athletic Training Clinical III. (2) Prerequisite: ATRNKNES 3401. Acquisition and application of advanced clinical proficiencies and psychomotor competencies necessary for the entry-level athletic trainer. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Fall)
ATRNKNES 4401. Athletic Training Clinical IV. (2) Prerequisite: ATRNKNES 4400. Continuation of ATRNKNES 4400. Students must complete approximately 20 hours of clinical experience per week at an approved athletic training clinical agency. (Spring)
EXERKNES 4490. Exercise Science Senior Internship. (6-15) Prerequisites: Completion of all other courses for the major, except EXERKNES 4132, with a grade of C or above. Application of acquired knowledge and skills in practitioner settings. This internship course requires a minimum of 340 contact hours at the internship site. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
EXERKNES 4660. Practitioner Seminar. (3) Prerequisites: a grade of C or above in EXERKNES 3286 and EXERKNES 3287. Emphasis is on contemporary practices regarding exercise, health, and wellness. This course also is designed to help students prepare for relevant certification exams. (Fall)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING (ATRN)
The emphases of the curriculum are: evidence based practice, risk management and injury prevention, pathology of injuries and illnesses, acute care of injuries and illnesses, pharmacology, therapeutic modalities, therapeutic exercise, general medical conditions and disabilities, nutritional aspects of injuries and illnesses, psychosocial intervention and referral, health care administration, and professional development and responsibilities. Students are given opportunities to gain knowledge and skills needed to pass the certification exam of the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Training. Required courses in the upper division are: KNES 2290, 2295, 2996, 2298, 3260, 3280, 3286, 3286L, 3288, 3289, 3290, 3291, 3292, 3293, 3295, 3298, 3400, 3401, 4121, 4290, , 4292, 4293, 4400, and 4401;. All of the required courses maybe attempted twice. Withdrawing from the course after the Add/Drop deadline constitutes an attempt as does receiving any letter grade. All pre or co requisite courses must be of a grade of C or above in order to be deemed successful. Students who earn 2 D or lower grades in the aforementioned courses will be removed from the athletic training program.
ADMISSION
Students who have completed all of the Pre-Kinesiology prerequisites may apply for the Athletic Training major. Students are admitted to the major for the spring semester only and admission is competitive. Admission decisions are made by a committee within the Department of Kinesiology. Selection into the program is competitive and satisfactorily completing the minimum requirements does not guarantee program admission. After evaluating the credentials of all applicants meeting the minimum academic requirements, the selection committee offers admission to students whose credentials demonstrate the highest level of academic achievement.
REQUIREMENTS
The Athletic Training Education Program is a rigorous and intense program that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. Examples of these requirements include: the ability to meet the technical standards of the program, current immunizations, drug testing and criminal background clearance, universal precaution training, clinical experiences, and successful completion of progression criteria. All courses required for the Athletic Training major must be completed with a grade of C or higher. A detailed description of the requirements of the program can be found in the BS in Athletic Training Student Handbook located in the Department of Kinesiology and online at kinesiology.uncc.edu under “Student Resources.”
Students applying for admission to the Athletic Training major must meet the following minimum academic requirements.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better in all college course work
- Completion of 36 hours
- Successful completion (grade of C or above) in all prerequisites for athletic training: BIOL 2273, BIOL 2273L, CHEM 1200, CHEM 1251, CHEM 1251L, STAT 1221, 1220 or 1222, KNES 2150, KNES 2294,
- Proof of current CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED (or equivalent) certification
- Completion of the Athletic Training Education Program Application Packet
- Completion of all athletic training major prerequisites in the fall semester prior to the spring for which application is being made
- Completion of athletic training observation experience in the fall semester prior to the spring for which application is being made
Students should use the following course sequence to plan their class schedules once they are accepted into the Athletic Training program:
|
Upper Division Core Program Course Sequence: B.S. in Athletic Training Second Year Spring Semester KNES 2290 First Aid: Responding to Emergencies 3 KNES 2295 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Lab 2 KNES 2296 Evidence Based Practice for Sports Medicine 3 KNES 2298 Applied Kinesiology 3 BIOL 2274 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL 2274 L Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1 | |||
|
Third Year | |||
|
|
| ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
| ||
|
|
Fall Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
KNES3260 Nutrition and Health Fitness |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3280 Foundation of Exercise Physiology |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3291 Therapeutic Modalities |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3292 Therapeutic Modalities Lab |
1 |
|
|
|
KNES 3290 Lower Body Injury Evaluation |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3295 Lower Body Injury Evaluation Lab |
1 |
|
|
|
KNES 3400 Athletic Training Clinical I |
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Spring Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
KNES 3286 Exercise Testing: Principles and Theory |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3286L Exercise Testing Lab |
1 |
|
|
|
KNES 3288 Upper Body Injury Evaluation |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3289 Upper Body Injury Evaluation Lab |
1 |
|
|
|
KNES 3293 General Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Athletic Training |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3298 Therapeutic Exercise Foundations |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 3401 Athletic Training Clinical II |
2 |
|
| |||
|
Fourth Year | |||
|
|
Fall Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
KNES 4121 Pharmacology for the Physically Active |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 4290 Therapeutic Exercise (W) |
3 |
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
KNES 4293 Biomechanics |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 4400 Athletic Training Clinical III |
2 |
|
| |||
|
|
Spring Semester | ||
|
|
|
Course |
Credits |
|
|
|
KNES 4292 Organization and Admin of Athletic Training (O, W) |
3 |
|
|
|
KNES 4401 Athletic Training Clinical IV |
2 |
A complete sequence of courses can be found online at kinesiology.uncc.edu.