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: MATH 130 / MATH 130H (CSU GE B4)M | 4.0 | |
MATH 130 - Statistics (4.0 units) Prerequisite: MATH 062 or MATH 070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. The students learn to read, interpret and present data in a well-organized way. This includes frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, the students learn to make generalizations about populations. This includes probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. MATH 130H - Statistics Honors (4.0 units) Prerequisite: MATH 062 or MATH 070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement; Minimum GPA of 3.0; ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. The students learn to read, interpret and present data in a well-organized way. This includes frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, the students learn to make generalizations about populations. This includes probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. | ||
| KIN 194 - Introduction to KinesiologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 194 - Introduction to Kinesiology (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement; MATH 020 or MATH 020C or appropriate placement This course is designed for those students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of kinesiology. The philosophy, history, ethical and scientific foundations of kinesiology will be covered.The concepts of basic movement and performance movement in relationship to kinesiology will be examined. Students will 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 will be examined. The challenges for kinesiology, future of kinesiology, sport and health/wellness are also addressed. | ||
| CSU GE A1 - Oral CommunicationGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: SPCH 100 ,101, 101H,140 | ||
| US HISTORYGE | 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. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.0 | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| BIOL 125 - Human AnatomyM | 4.0 | |
BIOL 125 - Human Anatomy (4.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement; MATH 050 or MATH 050D or MATH 053 or MATH 053B or appropriate placement; BIOL 101, BIOL 105 This course is primarily a systems approach to the study of human body structure. The study of each body system includes structural specializations and functions from the microscopic to the system level emphasizing the interdependence of form and function. Additional topics include methods of anatomical study, human genetics, and embryonic development. The laboratory exercises will also include vertebrate dissections. This course is intended for students preparing to enter careers in the health sciences. | ||
| KIN 193 - Standard First Aid and CPR **M | 3.0 | |
Notes: **or CHEM 130 or PHY 150 or 211 (have pre-reqs) KIN 193 - Standard First Aid and CPR (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement 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. The student will learn how to give immediate care to the suddenly injured or ill person. In addition, students will learn techniques for control of bleeding, splinting, transporting victims, emergency procedures, one person C.P.R. and the use of an AED. Students will have the opportunity to apply these technical procedures in class. This course fulfills the requirements for American Red Cross certifications in both Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) and Automatic Defibrillation (AED). | ||
| KINA/DANC Choice *M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *3 movement based courses from 3 different areas; see major sheet. | ||
| ENGL 101 - College Composition and ResearchGE | 3.5 | |
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (3.5 units) Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement This is a composition course that enables students to generate logical, coherent essays and reports necessary to academic and professional success. Students will become proficient in research techniques, learn critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections, and apply these skills to creating original essays and a final research paper. The lab component of this course is designed to assist students in improving and refining their writing and language skills. Students will complete lab activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct documentation form. Students will meet with composition instructors through individual conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. This course is designed for students who wish to fulfill the General Education requirement for Written Communication. | ||
| CSU GE D - Social SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 14.5 | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| CSU GE E - Lifelong Learning/Self DevelopmentGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to CSU. 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 MajorsGE | 5.0 | |
CHEM 110 - Chemistry for Allied Health Majors (5.0 units) Prerequisite: MATH 050 or MATH 050D or MATH 053 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of general, organic, and biological chemistry, and is especially appropriate for students intending to pursue a career in nursing and other health-related professions, including kinesiology and psychology. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between chemistry and the health/medical sciences. 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. | ||
| CSU GE A3 - Critical ThinkingGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| CSU GE C1 - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| CSU ElectiveEL | 1.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to CSU. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 14.0† | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| BIOL 226 - Human Physiology (CSU GE B2)M | 4.0 | |
BIOL 226 - Human Physiology (4.0 units) Prerequisite: BIOL 125 and CHEM 110 with a grade of "C" or better Human Physiology provides 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 will include neural and hormonal homeostatic control mechanisms, and a study of the musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, immune and endocrine systems. Laboratory exercises will allow students to gather physiological data and draw conclusions on how physiological mechanisms are regulated. This course is intended for students preparing to enter careers in the health sciences. | ||
| Select one: POLS 110 / POLS 110H GE | 3.0 | |
POLS 110 - Government of the United States (3.0 units) Notes: Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; READ 043 or appropriate assessment This course surveys and analyzes the origins, principles, institutions, policies, and politics of U.S. National and California State Governments, including their constitutions. Emphasis is placed on the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and an understanding of the political processes and issues involved in the workings of government. This course fulfills the American Institutions requirement for the Associate Degree. It also is suitable for students wishing to expand their knowledge of local, state and national governments. POLS 110H - Government of the United States Honors (3.0 units) Notes: Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a "C" or better This course surveys and analyzes the origins, principles, institutions, policies, and politics of U.S. National and California State Governments, including their constitutions. Emphasis is placed on the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and an understanding of the political processes and issues involved in the workings of government. This course fulfills the American Institutions requirement for the Associate Degree. It also is suitable for students wishing to expand their knowledge of local, state and national governments. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. | ||
| Select one: CSU GE C1 or C2 - Arts or Humanities GE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Arts Humanities | ||
| CSU GE D - Social SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
| Total Units for Kinesiology AA-T program (Transfer to CSU) | 60.5† | |
| † | 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 | ||
| Select one: MATH 130 / MATH 130H (IGETC 2A)M | 4.0 | |
MATH 130 - Statistics (4.0 units) Prerequisite: MATH 062 or MATH 070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. The students learn to read, interpret and present data in a well-organized way. This includes frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, the students learn to make generalizations about populations. This includes probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. MATH 130H - Statistics Honors (4.0 units) Prerequisite: MATH 062 or MATH 070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement; Minimum GPA of 3.0; ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. The students learn to read, interpret and present data in a well-organized way. This includes frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, the students learn to make generalizations about populations. This includes probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. | ||
| KIN 194 - Introduction to KinesiologyM | 3.0 | |
KIN 194 - Introduction to Kinesiology (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement; MATH 020 or MATH 020C or appropriate placement This course is designed for those students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of kinesiology. The philosophy, history, ethical and scientific foundations of kinesiology will be covered.The concepts of basic movement and performance movement in relationship to kinesiology will be examined. Students will 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 will be examined. The challenges for kinesiology, future of kinesiology, sport and health/wellness are also addressed. | ||
| IGETC 1C - Oral Communication (CSU Only)GE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
| IGETC 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) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement; MATH 050 or MATH 050D or MATH 053 or MATH 053B or appropriate placement; BIOL 101, BIOL 105 This course is primarily a systems approach to the study of human body structure. The study of each body system includes structural specializations and functions from the microscopic to the system level emphasizing the interdependence of form and function. Additional topics include methods of anatomical study, human genetics, and embryonic development. The laboratory exercises will also include vertebrate dissections. This course is intended for students preparing to enter careers in the health sciences. | ||
| KIN 193 - Standard First Aid and CPR **M | 3.0 | |
Notes: **or CHEM 130 or PHY 150 or PHY 211 (have prerequisites). KIN 193 - Standard First Aid and CPR (3.0 units) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement 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. The student will learn how to give immediate care to the suddenly injured or ill person. In addition, students will learn techniques for control of bleeding, splinting, transporting victims, emergency procedures, one person C.P.R. and the use of an AED. Students will have the opportunity to apply these technical procedures in class. This course fulfills the requirements for American Red Cross certifications in both Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) and Automatic Defibrillation (AED). | ||
| KINA/DANC Choice* M | 1.0 | |
Notes: *3 movement based courses from 3 different areas; see major sheet. | ||
| ENGL 101 - College Composition and ResearchGE | 3.5 | |
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (3.5 units) Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement This is a composition course that enables students to generate logical, coherent essays and reports necessary to academic and professional success. Students will become proficient in research techniques, learn critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections, and apply these skills to creating original essays and a final research paper. The lab component of this course is designed to assist students in improving and refining their writing and language skills. Students will complete lab activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct documentation form. Students will meet with composition instructors through individual conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. This course is designed for students who wish to fulfill the General Education requirement for Written Communication. | ||
| IGETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 14.5 | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| IGETC 6 - Foreign Language (UC ONLY)GE | 4.5 | |
Notes: Proficiency equivalent to two years of high school study in the same language or select one: | ||
| UC ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 7.5 | |
| 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 MajorsGE | 5.0 | |
CHEM 110 - Chemistry for Allied Health Majors (5.0 units) Prerequisite: MATH 050 or MATH 050D or MATH 053 with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of general, organic, and biological chemistry, and is especially appropriate for students intending to pursue a career in nursing and other health-related professions, including kinesiology and psychology. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between chemistry and the health/medical sciences. 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. | ||
| IGETC 1B - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| IGETC 3A - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| BIOL 226 - Human Physiology (IGETC 5B/5C)M | 4.0 | |
BIOL 226 - Human Physiology (4.0 units) Prerequisite: BIOL 125 and CHEM 110 with a grade of "C" or better Human Physiology provides 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 will include neural and hormonal homeostatic control mechanisms, and a study of the musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, immune and endocrine systems. Laboratory exercises will allow students to gather physiological data and draw conclusions on 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. | ||
| IGETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Select one: IGETC 3A or 3B - Arts or Humanities GE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Arts Humanities | ||
| IGETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 14.0† | |
| Total Units for Kinesiology AA-T program (Transfer to UC/CSU) | 62.0† | |
| † | 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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