Exercise Science
College of Health, Human Services & Nursing
Department of Kinesiology
Program Description and Features
The Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (BSES) program is designed to provide the student with the foundational knowledge regarding the human body as it applies to exercise. This degree also helps prepare students for post-graduate studies in various healthcare professions such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic training.
Academic Advisement
Dr. Scott Cheatham , Associate Chair, Coordinator
scheatham@csudh.edu
Office: 310-243-3794
Preparation
High school students planning to seek a Bachelor of Science: Exercise Science in the Kinesiology Department
should:
- Enroll in a Kinesiology class each semester and develop skills in many activities.
- Participate in an interscholastic sport and/or dance production.
- Work on oral communication skills by enrolling in a speech class.
- Work on writing skills in English classes.
- Work on math skills up to, and including, Algebra II.
- Study biology and physiology. Physics is also recommended.
- Take advantage of elective classes in graphic design and psychology.
- Master computer skills including word processing and typing.
- Seek part-time employment in physical activity programs (summer camps, youth sports programs, playgrounds, private fitness clubs, recreation centers, dance studios, etc.).
- Volunteer to serve at athletics and dance events as an organizer, official, score keeper, fund raiser or assistant.
- Earn certification from the American Red Cross in First Aid, CPR, Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor.
If students are planning to transfer to CSU Dominguez Hills from a community college, the Department suggests taking courses that are equivalent to its lower division Kinesiology requirements. These courses include Anatomy; Physiology; and a variety of activity classes in Kinesiology.
Graduation with Honors
Undergraduate students who have met the following criteria will be awarded Departmental honors at
graduation:
- A minimum of 36 units in residence at CSU Dominguez Hills;
- An overall grade point average of 3.6 for upper-division courses taken for the major at CSUDH.
Faculty
Scott Cheatham, Program Coordinator, Associate Chair
Michael Ernst, Department Chair
Mary Lou Cappel, Carole M. Casten, Lee Hancock, George Wing, Ben Zhou, Gioella Chaparro, Carolyn Oudiz
Department Office & Phone Number: (310) 243-3761
Emeriti Faculty
Boice Bowman, Robert Pestolesi, James Poole
Physical fitness evaluation, exercise prescription and individualized programs designed for disabled students and any student with a temporary or permanent fitness need. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
The following courses are designed to promote active lifestyles and are open to all university students. Prerequisites for intermediate level classes are beginning level or equivalent. Prerequisites for advanced level classes are intermediate level or equivalent. Students assume responsibility for satisfactory health status appropriate for activity classes. The courses are repeatable. Two hours of activity per week. Fee required for KIN 116-180.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered As needed
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Participation in competitive intramural activities. Tournaments conducted in sports such as basketball, badminton, tennis, volleyball and additional activities based upon student interest. Repeatable course. Two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Instruction and participation in selected major team sports such as basketball, baseball, golf, and soccer that comprise the intercollegiate athletic program. Repeatable course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Instruction and participation in selected major team sports such as basketball, softball, volleyball, cheerleading, soccer, and cross country that comprise the intercollegiate athletic program. Repeatable course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Provides opportunity to qualify for American Red Cross certification in Standard First Aid and CPR. Students study and practice administering first aid techniques; examine accident and injury prevention measures; and train to master cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Examination of bodies of knowledge that make up the fields of Physical Education and Dance Education. Analysis of how disciplinary theories translate into workable practices in a diverse culture. Course includes career guidance and overview of career options. (Students entering the Physical Education major are required to enroll in this course their first semester of study.)
Offered Fall, Spring
Designed to provide initial instruction in a variety of pedagogical knowledge related to teaching physical education for grades K-12. Students will be provided with opportunities to learn and demonstrate current best teaching practices. Emphasis is placed on learning and practicing effective planning, teaching, and reflective behaviors.
Offered Fall, Spring
Examination of components of fitness; training principles, energy sources; nutrition and weight control research; stress reduction techniques; and fitness programs. Fitness assessment and development of personalized fitness program. Meets General Education requirement for Whole Person.
Offered Fall, Spring
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, aqua aerobics, water games and water safety. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, movement theories, history, culture and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to modern dance, jazz, ballet, social dance, folk dance, ethnic dance and dance-exercise. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, movement theories, judging, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to stunts, tumbling, floor exercise; apparatus work and object manipulation required of artistic and rhythmic gymnastics. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to the individual sports of archery, bowling and golf. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, underlying principles, history, culture and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to all components of physical conditioning, weight training and martial arts. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to tennis, paddle tennis, racquetball and non-traditional racquet games. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to individual and dual sports of badminton and team handball. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to softball, track and field, and non-competitive diamond games. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to team sports of basketball and volleyball. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Analysis and refinement of skill requirements; examination of concepts, rules, strategies, history and appreciations; and adaptations for special populations related to the field sports of flag football and soccer and non-traditional field activities. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered As needed
Rules, mechanics and officiating procedures for men's and women's sports at the interscholastic and intercollegiate levels.
Offered As needed
Introduction to human anatomy and physiology I. Structure and function of the body systems are covered, with special emphasis on body orientation and anatomic position, basic physio-chemistry, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems. Tailored majors in kinesiology and pre-allied health professions.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
A continuation of Human Anatomy & Physiology I. Body systems covered in this part are the cardiopulmonary, digestive, renal and reproductive systems. Tailored majors in kinesiology and other health professions.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Intensive study of a physical education topic of current interest. Repeatable course. Three hours lecture and three hours lab. Consent required.
Offered Fall, Spring
Analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and use of tests and other assessment methods in physical education. Application of statistical procedures. Fee required.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Recommended prerequisite(s): KIN 290 or equivalent. Examination of anatomical structure, function, and mechanical principles relating to human motion, including analytical and practical application of concepts. Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Fee required.
Offered Fall, Spring
Provides students with information on, training in, and experience with various technology methods and applications related to the Physical Education and Recreation professions. One hour of lecture and two hours of laboratory activity per week.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 300; BIO 250 and BIO 251 and either high school or college chemistry. Study of human function under the stress of muscular activity per week. Investigation of acute and chronic effects of exercise on the muscular, pulmonary, cardiovascular, nervous and energy systems. Examination of principles of training and nutrition. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Fee required.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite: KIN 301. Study of prevalent disabilities with implications for adapted physical education program development, implementation and evaluation at the elementary and secondary levels.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: KIN 300. Study of human development and learning in the motor domain. Examination of factors such as growth and maturation, instructional procedures, sensory and perceptual systems, motor control, and assessment of motor development.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: KIN 303 Presents principles of nutrition as they apply to sport, exercise, and peak performance. Topics presented include: energy release, metabolism, and substrate utilization during exercise, ergogenic aids, fluid intake, pre-game meals, and health issues related to nutrition.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite: KIN 223. Study of historical roots and evolution of physical education, changing value systems that shape physical education philosophies, and administrative practices which lead to making informed program decisions.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: PSY 101 is required. Through writing, this course examines psychological theories and research and their application to the sport/physical activity-related affect, behaviors, and cognitions of individuals. This course explores how the use of disciplinary knowledge assists individuals to better communicate within a healthcare framework. Restricted to majors.A grade of C or better in this course fulfills the GWAR requirement for all Physical Education and Exercise Science majors.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: BIO 250, BIO 251 and KIN 301. Prevention, examination, and treatment of athletic injuries. Includes methods of taping, bandaging, therapeutic exercises, training room equipment, protective devices and supplies. Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Fee required
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BIO 250 and BIO 251, KIN 301. The scientific and clinical foundation of the filed of athletic training. Emphasis placed on athletic trainer's role and responsibilities. In depth study of risk management, prevention, evaluation, recognition, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BIO 250, BIO 251, and KIN 218. Corequisites: KIN 362, KIN 363. Introduction to clinical experience in athletic training settings. Basic understanding of clinical aspect of the training profession. Students in this class are required a minimum 50 hours of observation and 150 hours of clinical experience (a minimum of 10 per week) in athletic training settings.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 362, KIN 363, KIN 375. Application of taping, wrapping, bracing, and padding skills; risk management; assessment and evaluation; pharmacology and nutrition; therapeutic modalities; therapeutic exercise; specific injury management. Requires a minimum of 250 clinical experience hours (a minimum of 16 hours a week) in an athletic training setting.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 376, KIN 461, and KIN 463. Corequisites: KIN 462 and KIN 464.The application of therapeutic exercise; surgery observation; specific injury management; clinical experience in various sports teams. Requires a minimum of 250 clinical experience hours (a minimum of 16 hours a week) in an athletic training setting.
Offered As needed
Prerequisite: In order to begin the hours for fieldwork in this course, you will need a valid Certificate of Clearance (fingerprints) and proof of a negative TB (within 4 months of the fieldwork course beginning. For information on submitting these documents, contact the Center for Teaching Careers.Overview of bodies of knowledge in the field of physical education and their application to elementary physical education. Analysis of educational theories and practices as they relate to effectively teaching physical education to elementary school children. Course includes peer teaching lessons. Two hours of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: KIN 425. In order to begin the hours for fieldwork in this course, you will need a valid Certificate of Clearance (fingerprints) and proof of a negative TB (within 4 months of the fieldwork course beginning. For information on submitting these documents, contact the Center for Teaching Careers. Planned directed teaching in elementary physical education at a cooperating elementary school under professional supervision. Repeatable course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: In order to begin the hours for fieldwork in this course, you will need a valid Certificate of Clearance (fingerprints) and proof of a negative TB (within 4 months of the fieldwork course beginning. For information on submitting these documents, contact the Center for Teaching Careers. Study of developmentally appropriate dance education activities for children. Examination of and practice in blending pedagogical content knowledge with subject matter knowledge to optimize teaching and learning. Course culminates in peer teaching lessons, reflections and self-assessment.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: See lower division requirements for major. In order to begin the hours for fieldwork in this course, you will need a valid Certificate of Clearance (fingerprints) and proof of a negative TB (within 4 months of the fieldwork course beginning. For information on submitting these documents, contact the Center for Teaching Careers. Analysis and application of recent advances in teaching methodology, observation techniques, organization and management strategies, and skill and knowledge acquisition as they relate to effectively teaching secondary physical education. Course includes peer teaching lessons. Two hours of lecture and two hours of activity per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: KIN 448. In order to begin the hours for fieldwork in this course, you will need a valid Certificate of Clearance (fingerprints) and proof of a negative TB (within 4 months of the fieldwork course beginning. For information on submitting these documents, contact the Center for Teaching Careers. Planned directed teaching in secondary physical education at a cooperating secondary school under professional supervision. Repeatable course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: Intermediate level technique class. Analysis and application of recent advances in teaching methodology, observation techniques, organization and management strategies, and skill and knowledge acquisition as they relate to effectively teaching elementary, secondary and college dance. Course includes peer teaching experience.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: BIO 250, KIN 362, KIN 363, and KIN 375. A theoretical clinical basis for using therapeutic modalities, providing knowledge regarding the scientific basis and physiological effects of modalities in the treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Fee required.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: BIO 250, KIN 362, KIN 363, KIN 375. A theoretical and clinical basis for implementation and intervention of therapeutic exercise; understanding the basic principles and effects of the variety of therapeutic exercise techniques; and designing therapeutic exercise programs.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Recommended prerequisite(s): KIN 290 or equivalent. Recommended co-requisite(s): KIN 462. Recognition and evaluation of orthopedic and athletic injuries; identifying signs, symptoms and mechanisms of injuries; performing special tests for specific orthopedic pathologies related to the upper extremity.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: KIN 461, KIN 462, KIN 463, and KIN 464. Administration and management strategies of the field of athletic training and sports medicine. Organization planning ideas including principles and knowledge of program, human, financial, and information management: facility design and planning; legal aspects and ethical issues.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 253, KIN 256, KIN 257, KIN 258 and KIN 259; three out of five are recommended. Analysis and practical application of techniques for coaching selected sports. Emphasis on organization and conduct of athletic programs, including program development, coaching strategies, practice sessions, academic advisement, recruiting and scouting.
Offered As needed
Recommended prerequisite(s): KIN 300, KIN 301, KIN 303, KIN 305, KIN 306. The study of sport performance assessments and programming for different athletic populations. Emphasis will be placed sports specific testing, periodization programming, and training techniques for specific sports and athletes.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Recommended prerequisite(s): KIN 462, KIN 471, KIN 472, KIN 473. The study of complimentary and integrative healthcare. Students will learn about different eastern and western therapeutic treatments such as acupuncture, cupping, energy medicine, yoga, and energy medicine.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: KIN 377, KIN 462, KIN 463, and KIN 464. Corequisite: KIN 465. The application of specific injury management; clinical experience in various sports teams. A minimum of 250 clinical experience hours (a minimum of 16 hours a week) in an athletic training setting are required.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 476. The application of specific injury management; clinical experience in various sports teams; peer teaching and supervision. A minimum of 250 clinical experience hours (a minimum of 16 hours a week) in an athletic training setting are required.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 465 and KIN 476. Course is designed for senior students who are preparing for he NATA BOC examination. Students in this course are senior level students who have either completed all necessary NATA competencies or are in their last semester and currently completing the necessary competencies.
Offered As needed
Prerequisite: Senior year. For Physical Education majors. Practice writing and presentation skills through self-reflection, evaluation, and connecting subject matter areas. Peer and faculty evaluation of student portfolios, resume writing, curriculum development, mock interviews and program assessment will be included in the curriculum. One hour of seminar per week.
Offered Fall, Spring
Planned internship in healthcare at a cooperative institution, agency, or clinical setting under professional supervision. Application of the principles and skills acquired in the exercise science program. Repeatable for credit.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisites: Physical Education Major or Minor; upper division standing. Independent study in physical education, with each student participating in a special project mutually agreed upon by student and instructor. Repeatable course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Intensive study of a physical education topic of current interest. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6.0 units. Repeatable course. One to three hours of lecture per week.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: Physical Education Major or Minor and upper division standing are required. KIN 448 is recommended. Planned internship in physical education at a cooperating institution, agency or company under professional supervision. Repeatable course.
Offered Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. The student develops and completes an individual study under faculty supervision. Repeatable course.
Offered As needed
Analysis of current trends, issues, and problems in Physical Education academic and athletics programs; examination and analysis of literature and research findings. Three hours of seminar per week.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: KIN 303 is required; KIN 218 is recommended. Evaluation of cardiovascular fitness, respiratory capacity, body composition, strength, muscular endurance and flexibility. Exercise prescription based upon individual needs, interests and preliminary health and fitness evaluations. Overview of American Psychological Association's research methodology.
Offered As needed
Intensive study, evaluation, and application of current developments in curriculum theory and practice for Elementary-Secondary School Physical Education. Includes designing an innovative physical education/wellness curriculum project. Three hours of seminar per week.
Offered As needed
The study of public relations and development issues related to the fields of physical education and athletics in K-16 school settings. The student will develop news releases, design promotional public information, develop mediated presentations addressing programs and development Three hours of seminar per week.
Offered As needed
Prerequisites: GED 571 and KIN 500 are required; KIN 514 and KIN 516 are recommended. Supervised field experiences at the school level to include actual job performance in both supervision and administrative in Physical Education or Athletics. Students will demonstrate competencies required by the Educational Administration approved program. CR/NC grading.
Offered As needed
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Advanced course of special interest to graduate students. Topic and content will vary as announced.
Offered As needed
Graduate students who have completed their course work but not their thesis, project, or comprehensive examination, or who have other requirements remaining for the completion of their degree, may maintain continuous attendance by enrolling in this course.
Offered Fall, Spring