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KINESIOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Division of Social Sciences
Professor Jimmy C. Smith, PhD, Chair
Professor Glada C. Munt, PhD
Associate Professor James L. Mallon, MS
Associate Professor Scott P. McLean, PhD
Assistant Professor Miguel A. Benavides, MEd, ATC
Assistant Professor Shannon R. Carlson, MEd
Assistant Professor Jack P. Flatau, MEd
Assistant Professor Don P. Gregory, MA
Assistant Professor Timothy Pukys, MA
Assistant Professor William C. Raleigh, JD
Assistant Professor Glenn R. Schwab, MS, ATC
Assistant Professor Ronda S. Seagraves, MA
Assistant Professor James R. Shelton, PhD
Instructor Kerri Brinkoeter, MEd
Instructor Kimberly J. Kittleman, MS, ATC
Instructor Rhonda Sturm, BS, ATC (part-time)

The Department of Kinesiology provides study toward the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major or a minor in Kinesiology. The department also offers Fitness and Recreational Activity (FRA, 47 prefix) classes. The major includes courses that a prospective physical education teacher and/or coach would need for teaching certification, and the requisite theory courses for graduate study in the discipline.
Persons with undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in Kinesiology are prepared for careers in a variety of fields, including teaching (elementary and secondary), coaching, sports management, health/fitness industry, recreational management, exercise science, and sports medicine.

Area of Kinesiology

The objectives of the study of Kinesiology are:
1. To prepare students for successful careers in teaching, coaching, recreational settings, and the exercise sciences.
2. To provide programs of study appropriate for obtaining teacher and athletic training certification, and for pursuing graduate study.
3. To develop student interest and appreciation for careers in sports, recreation, health and fitness industries, athletic training, and the exercise sciences.

Degree Plans in Kinesiology

A major in Kinesiology consists of 40 semester hours, 18 of which must be above the introductory level. A minor in Kinesiology consists of 18 semester hours, 12 of which must be above the introductory level. The Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP), is an area of emphasis within the Kinesiology major and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). A specified curriculum must be followed to attain this emphasis which may require more than the 40 semester hours of the typical degree (see description below).
Kinesiology majors and minors should begin their study with 48-192 and 46-244. ATEP students should begin their study with 46-143 and 46-941-11. It should be noted that 46-244 serves as a prerequisite for 48-704, 48-714, 46-862, 46-874, and 46-893.

The following are requirements for all students majoring in Kinesiology:
1. Completion of the 23 hours (24 hours for ATEP students) of core classes listed below.
48-192 Foundations of Kinesiology (46-143 Intro to Sports Medicine:
Athletic Injury for ATEP students)
46-244 Musculoskeletal Anatomy
48-313 Research Methods
48-403 Personal Health and Fitness Concepts
48-423 Motor Learning/Motor Control
48-704 Physiology of Exercise
48-714 Biomechanics

2. Capstone Experience. This requirement is fulfilled by 48-813, Research in Kinesiology. Independent Study in Kinesiology, 48-953, may be used to meet this requirement under the following conditions. The student must present a proposal describing the nature of his/her proposed Capstone experience. This proposal must be approved by the faculty member supervising the activity and the Department Chair. Approval must be obtained prior to registration in the semester preceding the independent study. Students seeking teaching certification may use student teaching to meet their Capstone requirement.

3. Fitness Recreational Activity Classes: Four (4) FRA classes must be taken in addition to the two required by the general education requirement. The additional FRA courses may be taken on a graded (A-F) basis by enrolling in sections of
48-301. Repeated courses will not count toward fulfillment of this requirement. ATEP students not seeking teacher certification may substitute 46-941 for the additional four course FRA requirement.

4. Elective hours: Ten (10) elective hours must be completed to fulfill the requirements of the major. These hours must come from courses with 46 or 48 prefixes. ATEP students will have nine (9) hours of electives to complete. These hours may be used to fulfill the additional requirement of the CAAHEP accredited program.

The following are requirements for students minoring in Kinesiology:
1. Minors are required to take Kinesiology 48-192, 403, and two courses selected from 48-423, 704, and 714.

2. Fitness and Recreational Activity Classes: Two (2) FRA classes must be taken in addition to the two required by the general education requirement. The additional FRA courses may be taken on a graded (A-F) basis by enrolling in sections of 48-301. Repeated courses will not count toward fulfillment of this requirement.

3. Three/four semester hours of electives (number of hours varies according to the course selection in #1 above) must be completed to fulfill the requirements of the minor. These hours must come from courses with 46 or 48 prefixes.

Athletic Training Education Program Emphasis (46 prefix)

The Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP), an area of emphasis, is a pre-professional program set in a liberal arts context, and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The ATEP is designed as a seven semester program that includes theory, laboratory, and clinical education components. ATEP students must meet the requirements of the National Athletic Trainer’s Association-Board of Certification and the Texas Department of Health Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers to qualify for certification and licensure. Admission to the University and the ATEP require separate application procedures. The requirements for completion of the ATEP area of emphasis are listed below. In addition to these, students must meet certain technical standards as developed from the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students must pass all courses with a C- or Pass in a Pass/D/Fail course to receive credit for the courses within the Athletic Training Education Program.

1. Observation Phase. Students interested in studying athletic training are required to enroll in prerequisite courses and to observe certified athletic trainers for 150 hours prior to applying for admission into the Athletic Training Education Program.

2. After completion of the above, students may apply for admission into the ATEP. Once admitted each student must complete 1800 hours of clinical education over a minimum of five semesters.

3. ATEP students must complete the core classes required of all Kinesiology majors (see above).

4. In addition to the Kinesiology core classes ATEP students are required to complete the following classes: 46-843, 46-852, 46-862, 46-874 (with lab), 46-883, 46-893, and 46-941 (two hours).

5. Current certifications in CPR and First Aid are required. Additional electives and requirements may be required by the NATA-BOC and/or ABAT to qualify to sit for professional examinations.

6. Capstone Requirement: After admission into the ATEP and completion of six of the seven required semesters, a student must sign-up for an off-campus internship. The internship must be done at an affiliated athletic training site as approved by the department chair and the director of athletic training education. The deadline for sign-up is mid-term of the semester prior to the internship. This internship fulfills the Capstone requirement for the ATEP.

Teaching Certification in Physical Education

The Kinesiology Department offers appropriate courses for two professional teacher preparation certification programs in physical education. The specific requirements for each program are listed in the Department of Education section entitled Certification Programs.
1. Physical education as a teaching field in the secondary schools (24 semester hours).
2. All-level certification in physical education (36 semester hours).
A Kinesiology major seeking secondary teacher certification must take 48-513 within his/her elective hours.
A Kinesiology major seeking all-level certification must take 48-513, 48-523, and 48-443, plus two courses selected from 48-242, 48-252, 48-262, 48-282, and 48-502, in addition to the required courses listed above. The student is also required to take five elective hours of Kinesiology.

Kinesiology (KIN)

48-301, 302, 303 SELECTED TOPICS. May be repeated with change of topic. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.

Allied Health Education (AHE)

Area of Fitness and Recreational Activity

The objectives of the Fitness and Recreational Activity (FRA) program for Southwestern students are:
1. To develop knowledge, skills, and physical abilities that contribute to the enjoyment of various sports and leisure time activities throughout life.
2. To acquire techniques and expertise in developing and maintaining personal physical fitness.
3. To develop and practice during college years a lifestyle that promotes wellness, physical fitness, and incorporates recreational activities on a regular basis.
4. To promote interests and abilities in intramural and recreational sports/activities.

The following policies apply to Fitness and Recreational Activity courses:
1. Two semester hours of Fitness and Recreational Activity course(s) are required for all degrees. FRA courses are graded on a Pass/D/F basis.
2. One additional FRA course may be counted as elective credit toward all degrees.
3. Repeat courses are not allowed in the attainment of the required two semester hours. Exceptions to this policy are: 1) repeating 47-131 and 2) repeating a course in which content changes by design, such as 47-191, 291, and 301.
4. Credit by departmental examination may be received in FRA courses upon petition to the department chair. Students must achieve a grade of at least 70 percent on a written test over the subject and must demonstrate appropriate proficiency to earn credit by examination.

Fitness and Recreational Activity (FRA) (Pass/D/F only)

47-301, 302 SELECTED TOPICS. May be repeated with change of topic. May require a lab fee. May be taken for grade by Kinesiology majors.