The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer is designed to provide students preparing to transfer with the foundation to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology. Students will be able to pursue careers in teaching, coaching, physical therapy, athletic training, and adaptive physical education.
The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements for Kinesiology majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers a Kinesiology baccalaureate degree.
This degree is designed for the transfer-oriented student who seeks to explore Kinesiology in preparation for a Bachelor’s degree. Students will gain information and experience in areas that will prepare them for a job or a career in the field of teaching, youth or professional sports, coaching, fitness and health industry, physical therapy, athletic training, sports management, and lifesaving skills in First Aid and C.P.R. The degree will provide students the opportunity to pursue work in: youth sports and summer camps, in the fitness industry, assisting physical education professionals and creating new business opportunities in the area of physical activity and sports.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
Select one: STAT C1000 / STAT C1000H / PSY 190 (Cal-GETC 2)M | 4.0 | |
Notes: While the above course(s) are recommended, students may take any of the following to fulfill this requirement: DSCI 101, MATH 150, MATH 160, MATH 170, MATH 180, MATH 190/H, PSY 190, STAT C1000/H. STAT C1000 - Introduction to Statistics (formerly MATH 130) (4.0 units) (Formerly MATH 012, MATH 130) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. ENGL C1000, READ 101 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. STAT C1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (formerly MATH 130H) (4.0 units) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. READ 101, ENGL C1000 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. This is an honors course. This course is recommended for students intending on participating in the Honors Transfer Program. PSY 190 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. This course provides an overview of the types of statistics that are important in the behavioral sciences. It is designed to teach students majoring in psychology, sociology, political science, and anthropology how to present and interpret experimental data. The course focuses on hypothesis testing and the statistics used to analyze assumptions, with topics including basic probability, measures of central tendency, measures of variance, sampling, and inferential statistics. | ||
KIN 194 - Introduction to KinesiologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 194 - Introduction to Kinesiology (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 194, PE/TH 194, 015) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts. This course is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in the field of kinesiology. The philosophy, history, and ethical and scientific foundations of kinesiology are covered. The concepts of basic movement and performance movement in relationship to kinesiology are examined. Students explore the sub-disciplines of motor learning, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport sociology, sport psychology, and sport nutrition. Professional career opportunities in health/fitness, therapeutic exercise, teaching, coaching and sport management are examined. The challenges for kinesiology, future of kinesiology, and sport and health/wellness are also addressed. This course is required for the Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T). | ||
Cal-GETC 1C - Oral CommunicationGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
Cal-GETC 3B - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
2nd Semester | ||
BIOL 125 - Human AnatomyM | 4.0 | |
BIOL 125 - Human Anatomy (4.0 units) (Formerly BIOL 025) Advisory:BIOL 101, BIOL 105 This course is primarily a systems approach to mastering the anatomical structures of the human body. The study of each body system includes structural specializations and functions at a microscopic and macroscopic level, emphasizing the interdependence of form and function. Additional topics include methods of anatomical study, human genetics, and embryonic development. This course is intended for pre-health students specifically preparing to enter careers in the health sciences. | ||
KIN 193 - Standard First Aid, C.P.R., and A.E.D. **M | 3.0 | |
Notes: **or CHEM 130 or PHY 150 or PHY 211 (have prerequisites). KIN 193 - Standard First Aid, C.P.R., and A.E.D. (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 193, PE 012) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed for students pursuing a career working with the public and for those who want to further their understanding of handling emergency situations. Students learn how to give immediate care to suddenly injured or ill persons. In addition, students learn techniques for controlling bleeding, splinting, transporting victims, emergency procedures, one-person cardiopulmonary respiration (C.P. R.) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (A.E.D). Students have the opportunity to apply these technical procedures in class. This course fulfills the requirements for American Red Cross certifications in standard first aid as well as C.P.R. and A.E.D. | ||
KINA/DANC Choice* M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *3 movement based courses from 3 different areas; see major sheet. | ||
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (Cal-GETC 1A)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101) Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
Cal-GETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 14.5 | |
Summer 1 | ||
Cal-GETC 6 - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 6.0 | |
3rd Semester | ||
KINA/DANC Choice* M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *3 movement based courses from 3 different areas; see major sheet. | ||
KINA/DANC Choice* M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *3 movement based courses from 3 different areas; see major sheet. | ||
CHEM 110 - Chemistry for Allied Health Majors (Cal-GETC 5A)GE | 5.0 | |
CHEM 110 - Chemistry for Allied Health Majors (5.0 units) (Formerly CHEM 010) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra or pre-statistics course. This introductory course takes up the fundamental concepts of general, organic, and biological chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between chemistry and the health/medical sciences, so the course is especially appropriate for students who intend to pursue a career in nursing and other health-related professions, including kinesiology and psychology. Weekly laboratory activities require students to empirically verify concepts presented in lectures. No previous background in chemistry is required or expected of students enrolling in this course. | ||
Cal-GETC 1B - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Cal-GETC 3A - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
4th Semester | ||
BIOL 226 - Human Physiology (Cal-GETC 5B/5C)M | 4.0 | |
BIOL 226 - Human Physiology (4.0 units) (Formerly BIOL 026) Prerequisite: BIOL 125 and CHEM 110 This course is a general introduction to the function and regulation of human body systems. Physiological integration of the systems to maintain homeostasis and the significance of biochemistry is emphasized throughout the course. Course content includes neural and hormonal homeostatic control mechanisms, as well as the musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, immune, and endocrine systems. Laboratory exercises allow students to gather physiological data and draw conclusions about how physiological mechanisms are regulated. This course is intended for students preparing to enter careers in the health sciences. | ||
KINA/DANC Choice* M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *3 movement based courses from 3 different areas; see major sheet. | ||
Cal-GETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 14.0 | |
Total Units for Kinesiology AA-T program (Transfer to Cal-GETC) | 60.5† | |
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† | Some classes may have higher units |
M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
GE | General Education course |
EL | Elective Course |
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