The Associate of Arts Degree in Sport Leadership and Human Performance prepares students for leadership roles in athletic, fitness, and recreational settings. This interdisciplinary program provides foundational knowledge in human performance science, physical conditioning, coaching principles, and leadership development within sport and wellness environments. Students will study key topics such as exercise physiology, sport psychology, and the principles of leadership and program management. The curriculum emphasizes skill development in communication, team coordination, organizational planning, and ethical leadership. This degree supports students pursuing further education in kinesiology, sports management, exercise science, or related fields. It also prepares graduates for careers in the thriving sport and recreation industries, with career paths including recreation program director, athletic administration, fitness program manager, sport coach, health and wellness instructor, community sports director, and strength and conditioning coach.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| KIN 110 - Introduction to Fitness and Sport ManagementM | 3.0 | |
KIN 110 - Introduction to Fitness and Sport Management (3.0 units) 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 to introduce the concepts of fitness and sport management, and includes information needed for students who intend to explore the growing industry of administering fitness and sport programs and overseeing small businesses. The course covers areas of facility management, membership/sales, business and finance, facility oversight, equipment, and policies and procedures. In addition, the history and evolution of sport management, organizational functions, management levels, rules and compliance oversight, event management, and leadership will be included. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in fitness and/or sport management, exploring administration and facility operations, or interested in furthering their understanding of the business of fitness and sport. | ||
| KIN 159 - Leadership in SportM | 3.0 | |
KIN 159 - Leadership in Sport (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course takes up leadership theories and the impact of leadership empowerment through sport. The course is designed for students interested in increasing insight into leadership within sport environments by examining philosophical, sociological, and psychological leadership dynamics in individual and team sports from youth through professional levels. The course covers topics such as leadership theories, self-awareness, informal and formal leadership, emotional intelligence theory, athlete motivation, team dynamics, the role of team captains, and communication theories. | ||
| Select one: KIN 122 / KIN 126 / KIN 128 M | 3.0 | |
KIN 122 - Nutrition for Sport and Fitness (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 122) 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 provides an overview of the role of nutrition to increase energy and enhance performance. Nutrients such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water will be introduced. The digestive system and metabolic systems will be discussed. Sport and exercise nutrient needs before, during, and after exercise are evaluated for their effect on optimal health and performance. Carbohydrate loading, popular diets, and supplementation are discussed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry; certificates in Fitness Specialist, Coaching of Sport, Sport and Performance Coach, and Community Health Worker; and/or the A.A. in Dance and the A.S in Sports Medicine, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of nutrition on the mind and body. KIN 126 - Principles of Strength and Conditioning (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 126) 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 includes information needed for students who intend to teach strength and conditioning. The course covers anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, training adaptations, exercise and equipment selection, training techniques, program design, and safety factors. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry; Fitness Specialist, Strength and Performance Coach, or Coaching of Sport Certificates; or an AS in Sports Medicine; and/or students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind. KIN 128 - Fitness Testing and Exercise Prescription (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 128) 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 provides an overview of how to assess and evaluate the results of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body fat, pulmonary function, blood pressure, postural analysis, and functional movement. Emphasis is placed on determining appropriate tests, conducting the tests, interpreting results, and creating exercise programs. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or for the Fitness Specialist and Strength and Performance Coach certificates, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body. | ||
| ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (RHC GE 1)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. | ||
| RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.5 | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| KIN 188 - Theory of CoachingM | 3.0 | |
KIN 188 - Theory of Coaching (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 188) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The purpose of this course is to examine the philosophical, physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of the coaching profession. Other aspects that will be studied are the principles used in the effective teaching of sports, athlete motivation, nutrition for athletes from youth through collegiate age groups, leadership, technical and tactical skill training and all components of team management. | ||
| KIN 195 - Sports in Society (RHC GE 6)M | 3.0 | |
KIN 195 - Sports in Society (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 195, PETH 020) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course explores current and historical cultural issues related to sports. Students are introduced to various topics, including race and gender issues, sports for different populations, and the ways in which sports have shaped the American pastime. The various levels of participation, ranging from elementary school and recreational activities to professional sports are introduced. Additionally, students examine the roles of gender, ethnicity, and socio-economic standing in the realm of sports. | ||
| Select one: KIN 120 / KIN 145 / KIN 190 / KIN 191 / KIN 192 / KIN 194 / KIN 196 / KIN 199 M | 2.0† | |
KIN 120 - Sports Law and Ethics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course explores how various bodies of substantive law are applied in the context of the sport industry—both professional and amateur. The course examines the various types of laws that apply to the sport industry (e.g., constitutional, tort, contract, labor, and antitrust) and how these laws are interpreted to decide legal claims for employment, personal injury, intellectual property, and discriminatory practices; and the legal relationships among athletes, teams, leagues, governing bodies, sports facilities, licensees, broadcasters, and fans. The course will also address the compliance issues and ethical structures that define the sports industry. KIN 145 - Theory and Analysis of Fitness Instruction (2.0 units) (Formerly PETH 145) Advisory:This introductory course covers the principles and techniques involved in teaching group exercise and developing a personal trainer/client relationship. Emphasis is placed on client assessment, communication skills, program design, exercise adherence, teaching strategies, and professional responsibility and liability. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or a certificate in the Fitness Specialist Program, as well as students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the mind and body. KIN 190 - Women in Sports (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This Kinesiology course examines the history, analysis, and interpretation of the people, events, and issues that have affected women in sport historically and in present society. Psychological, sociological, and physiological considerations of female athletes as related to sport, history, and education will be covered. Students gain an understanding of the substantial impact women have had on the sport world, and how their significance will determine the future of women in sport. KIN 191 - Health: Personal Issues (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 191, PETH 010) 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 all students who are physically active and interested in learning how to improve and maintain their personal health. Topics covered include general health principles, nutrition and diet, physical fitness, stress management, sexuality and reproduction, drug/alcohol use and abuse, consumer and safety issues and the process of death. Students learn how to develop sound health principles through readings, lectures, assignments/labs, and guest speakers. KIN 192 - Health: Women's Personal Health (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 192, PETH 011) 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 interested in expanding their knowledge about health problems and social issues that affect women uniquely. Physiological and psychological aspects of nutrition, hygiene, sexuality and reproduction, drugs and chemicals, and common diseases are among the many topics covered. Guest speakers, videos, current events, and web-based as well as text readings help students develop sound health principles for use in everyday life. 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). KIN 196 - Health Fitness and Wellness (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 196, PETH 021) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The Health: Fitness and Wellness course is based upon the premise that a person’s lifestyle contributes substantially to the quality and length of life. An attempt will be made in this course to teach facts and concepts relative to the physiological and psychological responses to frequent and regular bouts of aerobic exercise. Emphasis will be placed upon proper selection of foods and the maintenance of a healthy and nutritionally sound diet. All dimensions of health will be covered to promote and enhance one’s full health potential. The main thrust of the course is to effect behavioral change, so the students will be able to make lifestyle choices in a socially and personally responsible manner. This course is a restricted elective for the AA in General Studies with an Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self-Development and the CSU GE COA. KIN 199 - American Sports in Film (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This kinesiology course explores sports and the lives and contributions of athletes from diverse gender, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds through how they are represented in sports-related films. Students also consider how human movement, the human body, and healthy lifestyles are represented on screen, as well as the influence of sports culture in Western and non-Western contexts. | ||
| RHC GE 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative ReasoningGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. | ||
| RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
| ElectiveEL | 1.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| RHC GE 4 - American InstitutionsGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
| RHC GE 5 - Natural Sciences with LabGE | 4.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one Natural Science with Lab: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 7.0 | |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| KIN 127 - Exercise PhysiologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 127 - Exercise Physiology (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 127) 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 provides an overview of the body systems and their functions under conditions of exercise stress, including how fitness training affects health, wellness, and performance. Emphasis will be placed on the muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, metabolic/bioenergetic, and neurological systems, as well as the physiological processes that are affected by exercise. The effects of heat illness, hydration, various diseases and exercise immunology will also be addressed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry, a Certificate of Achievement in Fitness Specialist, Strength and Performance Coach, the Associate of Arts in Dance, or those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind. | ||
| KIN 131 - Functional Anatomy of MovementM | 3.0 | |
KIN 131 - Functional Anatomy of Movement (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 131) 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 provides an overview of the study of movement as it relates to exercise under both normal and injury conditions. Students learn the basic anatomical principals used specifically in the area of human performance. Emphasis is placed on applying body alignment, range of motion, stabilization, and acceleration principles important to the analysis of movement. This course is designed for students pursuing careers in the fitness industry or a certificate in either the Fitness Specialist Program, Mat Pilates Instructor, or Peak Performance for Sport. It is also for students interested in furthering their understanding of the biomechanical effects of exercise on the body. | ||
| Select one: KIN 120 / KIN 145 / KIN 190 / KIN 191 / KIN 192 / KIN 194 / KIN 196 / KIN 199 M | 2.0† | |
KIN 120 - Sports Law and Ethics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course explores how various bodies of substantive law are applied in the context of the sport industry—both professional and amateur. The course examines the various types of laws that apply to the sport industry (e.g., constitutional, tort, contract, labor, and antitrust) and how these laws are interpreted to decide legal claims for employment, personal injury, intellectual property, and discriminatory practices; and the legal relationships among athletes, teams, leagues, governing bodies, sports facilities, licensees, broadcasters, and fans. The course will also address the compliance issues and ethical structures that define the sports industry. KIN 145 - Theory and Analysis of Fitness Instruction (2.0 units) (Formerly PETH 145) Advisory:This introductory course covers the principles and techniques involved in teaching group exercise and developing a personal trainer/client relationship. Emphasis is placed on client assessment, communication skills, program design, exercise adherence, teaching strategies, and professional responsibility and liability. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or a certificate in the Fitness Specialist Program, as well as students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the mind and body. KIN 190 - Women in Sports (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This Kinesiology course examines the history, analysis, and interpretation of the people, events, and issues that have affected women in sport historically and in present society. Psychological, sociological, and physiological considerations of female athletes as related to sport, history, and education will be covered. Students gain an understanding of the substantial impact women have had on the sport world, and how their significance will determine the future of women in sport. KIN 191 - Health: Personal Issues (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 191, PETH 010) 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 all students who are physically active and interested in learning how to improve and maintain their personal health. Topics covered include general health principles, nutrition and diet, physical fitness, stress management, sexuality and reproduction, drug/alcohol use and abuse, consumer and safety issues and the process of death. Students learn how to develop sound health principles through readings, lectures, assignments/labs, and guest speakers. KIN 192 - Health: Women's Personal Health (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 192, PETH 011) 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 interested in expanding their knowledge about health problems and social issues that affect women uniquely. Physiological and psychological aspects of nutrition, hygiene, sexuality and reproduction, drugs and chemicals, and common diseases are among the many topics covered. Guest speakers, videos, current events, and web-based as well as text readings help students develop sound health principles for use in everyday life. 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). KIN 196 - Health Fitness and Wellness (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 196, PETH 021) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The Health: Fitness and Wellness course is based upon the premise that a person’s lifestyle contributes substantially to the quality and length of life. An attempt will be made in this course to teach facts and concepts relative to the physiological and psychological responses to frequent and regular bouts of aerobic exercise. Emphasis will be placed upon proper selection of foods and the maintenance of a healthy and nutritionally sound diet. All dimensions of health will be covered to promote and enhance one’s full health potential. The main thrust of the course is to effect behavioral change, so the students will be able to make lifestyle choices in a socially and personally responsible manner. This course is a restricted elective for the AA in General Studies with an Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self-Development and the CSU GE COA. KIN 199 - American Sports in Film (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This kinesiology course explores sports and the lives and contributions of athletes from diverse gender, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds through how they are represented in sports-related films. Students also consider how human movement, the human body, and healthy lifestyles are represented on screen, as well as the influence of sports culture in Western and non-Western contexts. | ||
| RHC GE 7a - Fine ArtsGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
| RHC GE 9 - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 14.0† | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| KIN 170 - Sport and Exercise PsychologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 170 - Sport and Exercise Psychology (3.0 units) 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 to improve the athletic performance of individuals and teams within the areas of sport and fitness by introducing students to psychological concepts and skills. Areas of study will include motivation theory, personality and sport, group processes, research methods, and cognitive development in sport performance. The course will examine techniques such as imagery, goal setting, cognitive restructuring, coping, and arousal regulation to help athletes and coaches achieve peak performance. | ||
| KIN 193 - Standard First Aid, C.P.R., and A.E.D.M | 3.0 | |
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. | ||
| RHC GE 7b - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| RHC GE 8 - Oral Communication and Critical ThinkingGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| ElectiveEL | 1.0 | |
Select any course that is numbered 40 or above. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
| Total Units for Kinesiology/Sport Leadership and Human Performance AA program | 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 |
| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| KIN 110 - Introduction to Fitness and Sport ManagementM | 3.0 | |
KIN 110 - Introduction to Fitness and Sport Management (3.0 units) 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 to introduce the concepts of fitness and sport management, and includes information needed for students who intend to explore the growing industry of administering fitness and sport programs and overseeing small businesses. The course covers areas of facility management, membership/sales, business and finance, facility oversight, equipment, and policies and procedures. In addition, the history and evolution of sport management, organizational functions, management levels, rules and compliance oversight, event management, and leadership will be included. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in fitness and/or sport management, exploring administration and facility operations, or interested in furthering their understanding of the business of fitness and sport. | ||
| KIN 159 - Leadership in SportM | 3.0 | |
KIN 159 - Leadership in Sport (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course takes up leadership theories and the impact of leadership empowerment through sport. The course is designed for students interested in increasing insight into leadership within sport environments by examining philosophical, sociological, and psychological leadership dynamics in individual and team sports from youth through professional levels. The course covers topics such as leadership theories, self-awareness, informal and formal leadership, emotional intelligence theory, athlete motivation, team dynamics, the role of team captains, and communication theories. | ||
| Select one: KIN 122 / KIN 126 / KIN 128 M | 3.0 | |
KIN 122 - Nutrition for Sport and Fitness (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 122) 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 provides an overview of the role of nutrition to increase energy and enhance performance. Nutrients such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water will be introduced. The digestive system and metabolic systems will be discussed. Sport and exercise nutrient needs before, during, and after exercise are evaluated for their effect on optimal health and performance. Carbohydrate loading, popular diets, and supplementation are discussed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry; certificates in Fitness Specialist, Coaching of Sport, Sport and Performance Coach, and Community Health Worker; and/or the A.A. in Dance and the A.S in Sports Medicine, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of nutrition on the mind and body. KIN 126 - Principles of Strength and Conditioning (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 126) 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 includes information needed for students who intend to teach strength and conditioning. The course covers anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, training adaptations, exercise and equipment selection, training techniques, program design, and safety factors. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry; Fitness Specialist, Strength and Performance Coach, or Coaching of Sport Certificates; or an AS in Sports Medicine; and/or students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind. KIN 128 - Fitness Testing and Exercise Prescription (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 128) 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 provides an overview of how to assess and evaluate the results of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body fat, pulmonary function, blood pressure, postural analysis, and functional movement. Emphasis is placed on determining appropriate tests, conducting the tests, interpreting results, and creating exercise programs. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or for the Fitness Specialist and Strength and Performance Coach certificates, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body. | ||
| 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 1C - Oral CommunicationGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.5 | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| KIN 188 - Theory of CoachingM | 3.0 | |
KIN 188 - Theory of Coaching (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 188) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The purpose of this course is to examine the philosophical, physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of the coaching profession. Other aspects that will be studied are the principles used in the effective teaching of sports, athlete motivation, nutrition for athletes from youth through collegiate age groups, leadership, technical and tactical skill training and all components of team management. | ||
| KIN 195 - Sports in Society (Cal-GETC 4)M | 3.0 | |
KIN 195 - Sports in Society (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 195, PETH 020) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course explores current and historical cultural issues related to sports. Students are introduced to various topics, including race and gender issues, sports for different populations, and the ways in which sports have shaped the American pastime. The various levels of participation, ranging from elementary school and recreational activities to professional sports are introduced. Additionally, students examine the roles of gender, ethnicity, and socio-economic standing in the realm of sports. | ||
| Select one: KIN 120 / KIN 145 / KIN 190 / KIN 191 / KIN 192 / KIN 194 / KIN 196 / KIN 199 M | 3.0 | |
KIN 120 - Sports Law and Ethics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course explores how various bodies of substantive law are applied in the context of the sport industry—both professional and amateur. The course examines the various types of laws that apply to the sport industry (e.g., constitutional, tort, contract, labor, and antitrust) and how these laws are interpreted to decide legal claims for employment, personal injury, intellectual property, and discriminatory practices; and the legal relationships among athletes, teams, leagues, governing bodies, sports facilities, licensees, broadcasters, and fans. The course will also address the compliance issues and ethical structures that define the sports industry. KIN 145 - Theory and Analysis of Fitness Instruction (2.0 units) (Formerly PETH 145) Advisory:This introductory course covers the principles and techniques involved in teaching group exercise and developing a personal trainer/client relationship. Emphasis is placed on client assessment, communication skills, program design, exercise adherence, teaching strategies, and professional responsibility and liability. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or a certificate in the Fitness Specialist Program, as well as students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the mind and body. KIN 190 - Women in Sports (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This Kinesiology course examines the history, analysis, and interpretation of the people, events, and issues that have affected women in sport historically and in present society. Psychological, sociological, and physiological considerations of female athletes as related to sport, history, and education will be covered. Students gain an understanding of the substantial impact women have had on the sport world, and how their significance will determine the future of women in sport. KIN 191 - Health: Personal Issues (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 191, PETH 010) 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 all students who are physically active and interested in learning how to improve and maintain their personal health. Topics covered include general health principles, nutrition and diet, physical fitness, stress management, sexuality and reproduction, drug/alcohol use and abuse, consumer and safety issues and the process of death. Students learn how to develop sound health principles through readings, lectures, assignments/labs, and guest speakers. KIN 192 - Health: Women's Personal Health (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 192, PETH 011) 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 interested in expanding their knowledge about health problems and social issues that affect women uniquely. Physiological and psychological aspects of nutrition, hygiene, sexuality and reproduction, drugs and chemicals, and common diseases are among the many topics covered. Guest speakers, videos, current events, and web-based as well as text readings help students develop sound health principles for use in everyday life. 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). KIN 196 - Health Fitness and Wellness (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 196, PETH 021) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The Health: Fitness and Wellness course is based upon the premise that a person’s lifestyle contributes substantially to the quality and length of life. An attempt will be made in this course to teach facts and concepts relative to the physiological and psychological responses to frequent and regular bouts of aerobic exercise. Emphasis will be placed upon proper selection of foods and the maintenance of a healthy and nutritionally sound diet. All dimensions of health will be covered to promote and enhance one’s full health potential. The main thrust of the course is to effect behavioral change, so the students will be able to make lifestyle choices in a socially and personally responsible manner. This course is a restricted elective for the AA in General Studies with an Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self-Development and the CSU GE COA. KIN 199 - American Sports in Film (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This kinesiology course explores sports and the lives and contributions of athletes from diverse gender, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds through how they are represented in sports-related films. Students also consider how human movement, the human body, and healthy lifestyles are represented on screen, as well as the influence of sports culture in Western and non-Western contexts. | ||
| Cal-GETC 3A - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative ReasoningGE | 3.0† | |
Note: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.0† | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| US HISTORY (Cal-GETC 3B)GE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. All CSU campuses have a graduation requirement in American Institutions. Students may choose one of the following US History courses to partially fulfill this requirement: HIST 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 170. | ||
| Select one: POLS C1000 / POLS C1000H (Cal-GETC 4)GE | 3.0 | |
POLS C1000 - American Government and Politics (formerly POLS 110) (3.0 units) (Formerly POLS 110, 002) 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 an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. POLS C1000H - American Government and Politics - Honors (formerly POLS 110H) (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 110H, POLS 110H) Advisory: ENGL C1000 This is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. This is an honors course. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 6.0 | |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| KIN 127 - Exercise PhysiologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 127 - Exercise Physiology (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 127) 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 provides an overview of the body systems and their functions under conditions of exercise stress, including how fitness training affects health, wellness, and performance. Emphasis will be placed on the muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, metabolic/bioenergetic, and neurological systems, as well as the physiological processes that are affected by exercise. The effects of heat illness, hydration, various diseases and exercise immunology will also be addressed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry, a Certificate of Achievement in Fitness Specialist, Strength and Performance Coach, the Associate of Arts in Dance, or those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind. | ||
| KIN 131 - Functional Anatomy of MovementM | 3.0 | |
KIN 131 - Functional Anatomy of Movement (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 131) 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 provides an overview of the study of movement as it relates to exercise under both normal and injury conditions. Students learn the basic anatomical principals used specifically in the area of human performance. Emphasis is placed on applying body alignment, range of motion, stabilization, and acceleration principles important to the analysis of movement. This course is designed for students pursuing careers in the fitness industry or a certificate in either the Fitness Specialist Program, Mat Pilates Instructor, or Peak Performance for Sport. It is also for students interested in furthering their understanding of the biomechanical effects of exercise on the body. | ||
| Select one: KIN 120 / KIN 145 / KIN 190 / KIN 191 / KIN 192 / KIN 194 / KIN 196 / KIN 199 M | 2.0† | |
KIN 120 - Sports Law and Ethics (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course explores how various bodies of substantive law are applied in the context of the sport industry—both professional and amateur. The course examines the various types of laws that apply to the sport industry (e.g., constitutional, tort, contract, labor, and antitrust) and how these laws are interpreted to decide legal claims for employment, personal injury, intellectual property, and discriminatory practices; and the legal relationships among athletes, teams, leagues, governing bodies, sports facilities, licensees, broadcasters, and fans. The course will also address the compliance issues and ethical structures that define the sports industry. KIN 145 - Theory and Analysis of Fitness Instruction (2.0 units) (Formerly PETH 145) Advisory:This introductory course covers the principles and techniques involved in teaching group exercise and developing a personal trainer/client relationship. Emphasis is placed on client assessment, communication skills, program design, exercise adherence, teaching strategies, and professional responsibility and liability. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry or a certificate in the Fitness Specialist Program, as well as students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the mind and body. KIN 190 - Women in Sports (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This Kinesiology course examines the history, analysis, and interpretation of the people, events, and issues that have affected women in sport historically and in present society. Psychological, sociological, and physiological considerations of female athletes as related to sport, history, and education will be covered. Students gain an understanding of the substantial impact women have had on the sport world, and how their significance will determine the future of women in sport. KIN 191 - Health: Personal Issues (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 191, PETH 010) 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 all students who are physically active and interested in learning how to improve and maintain their personal health. Topics covered include general health principles, nutrition and diet, physical fitness, stress management, sexuality and reproduction, drug/alcohol use and abuse, consumer and safety issues and the process of death. Students learn how to develop sound health principles through readings, lectures, assignments/labs, and guest speakers. KIN 192 - Health: Women's Personal Health (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 192, PETH 011) 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 interested in expanding their knowledge about health problems and social issues that affect women uniquely. Physiological and psychological aspects of nutrition, hygiene, sexuality and reproduction, drugs and chemicals, and common diseases are among the many topics covered. Guest speakers, videos, current events, and web-based as well as text readings help students develop sound health principles for use in everyday life. 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). KIN 196 - Health Fitness and Wellness (3.0 units) (Formerly PETH 196, PETH 021) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The Health: Fitness and Wellness course is based upon the premise that a person’s lifestyle contributes substantially to the quality and length of life. An attempt will be made in this course to teach facts and concepts relative to the physiological and psychological responses to frequent and regular bouts of aerobic exercise. Emphasis will be placed upon proper selection of foods and the maintenance of a healthy and nutritionally sound diet. All dimensions of health will be covered to promote and enhance one’s full health potential. The main thrust of the course is to effect behavioral change, so the students will be able to make lifestyle choices in a socially and personally responsible manner. This course is a restricted elective for the AA in General Studies with an Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self-Development and the CSU GE COA. KIN 199 - American Sports in Film (3.0 units) Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This kinesiology course explores sports and the lives and contributions of athletes from diverse gender, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds through how they are represented in sports-related films. Students also consider how human movement, the human body, and healthy lifestyles are represented on screen, as well as the influence of sports culture in Western and non-Western contexts. | ||
| Cal-GETC 1B - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 11.0† | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| KIN 170 - Sport and Exercise PsychologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 170 - Sport and Exercise Psychology (3.0 units) 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 to improve the athletic performance of individuals and teams within the areas of sport and fitness by introducing students to psychological concepts and skills. Areas of study will include motivation theory, personality and sport, group processes, research methods, and cognitive development in sport performance. The course will examine techniques such as imagery, goal setting, cognitive restructuring, coping, and arousal regulation to help athletes and coaches achieve peak performance. | ||
| KIN 193 - Standard First Aid, C.P.R., and A.E.D.M | 3.0 | |
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. | ||
| Cal-GETC 5A - Physical ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 5C - LaboratoryGE | 1.0 | |
Select one if lab has not been completed in Cal-GETC 5A or 5B. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 10.0† | |
| Summer 2 | ||
| Cal-GETC 5B - Biological ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 6 - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 6.0† | |
| Total Units for Kinesiology/Sport Leadership and Human Performance AA program | 63.5† | |
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| M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
| GE | General Education course |
| EL | Elective Course |
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