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The online catalog includes the most recent changes to courses and degree requirements that have been approved by the Faculty Senate, including changes that are not yet effective. Courses showing two entries of the same number indicate that the course information is changing. The most recently approved version is shown first, followed by the older version, in gray, with its last-effective term preceding the course title. Courses shown in gray with only one entry of the course number are being discontinued. Course offerings by term can be accessed by clicking on the term links when viewing a specific campus catalog.
Kinesiology (KINES)
138 Introduction to Kinesiology 1 Overview of various disciplines of kinesiology, associated degrees, and careers; provides strategies for academic and professional development, including advising procedures. Typically offered Fall and Spring. S, F grading.
162 Foundations of Physics for Sport and Exercise 3 Course Prerequisite: MATH 103 with a C or better, or ALEKS math placement score of 40% or higher, or credit for or concurrent enrollment in MATH 105, 106, 108, 140, 171, 201, 202, STAT 205, or 212. Basic concepts of physics, including general motion, linear and angular acceleration, contact, stress-strain, gravity, energy, heat, torque, fluids, levers, optics and electrical fields; emphasis on the relationship between these concepts and the physiology and practice of sport and physical activity.
199 Human Motor Development 3 Course Prerequisite: A minimum ALEKS math placement score of 40%, or MATH 103 with a C or better, or credit for or concurrent enrollment in MATH 105, 106, 108, 140, 171, 201, 202, STAT 205, or 212. Development and performance of human motor patterns; understanding of motor development; observation and analysis of foundations of movement. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
201 [HUM] Exploring Meaning in Sport and Movement 3 Introduction to the major theoretical perspectives in the philosophy of sport and movement. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
261 Health and Wellness 3 Course Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Knowledge of the multi-dimensional aspects of wellness and concepts necessary for a positive lifestyle through self-assessment. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
262 Human Anatomy 4 (3-3) Course Prerequisite: A minimum ALEKS math placement score of 40%, or MATH 103 with a C or better, or credit for or concurrent enrollment in MATH 105, 106, 108, 140, 171, 201, 202, STAT 205, or 212. Comprehensive survey of the structure and organization of the human body; emphasis on skeletomuscular, cardiovascular, nervous, and respiratory systems. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. Cooperative: Open to UI degree-seeking students.
264 Fitness Concepts 3 (2-3) Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 315 with a C or better, or KINES 262 with a C or better. Physiological, mechanical, and health-related basis of fitness practices. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
266 Prevention and Management of Activity-Related Injuries 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 315 with a C or better, or KINES 262 with a C or better. Prevention and management strategies for common activity-related injuries and illnesses for the non-health care provider. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
270 Examination for Lower Extremity in Athletic Training 3 Course Prerequisite: By instructor permission; KINES 262 with a C or better; KINES 263 with a C or better; KINES 267 with a C or better. In-depth study of the lower extremities including physical examination, injury recognition, treatment, taping, bracing and rehabilitation. Typically offered Fall.
271 Examination for Upper Extremity in Athletic Training 3 Course Prerequisite: KINES 270 with a C or better. In-depth study of the upper extremities including physical examination, injury recognition, treatment, taping, bracing and rehabilitation. Typically offered Spring.
275 Athletic Training Modalities 3 Course Prerequisite: KINES 270 with a C or better. Advanced theory and techniques of modality use in athletic training. Typically offered Spring.
291 Athletic Training Clinical Internship I 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 credits. Course Prerequisite: By instructor permission; KINES 262 with a C or better; KINES 263 with a C or better; KINES 267 with a C or better. Beginning techniques in management of sport injury/illness under supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
305 Nutrition Related to Fitness and Sport 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 140 with a C or better, or 333 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Current and evidence-based knowledge regarding the application and compliance of sound nutritional and diet considerations within special active populations. (Crosslisted course offered as KINES 305, ATH T 305.) Typically offered Fall.
311 Strength Training 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 315 with a C or better, or KINES 262 with a C or better; KINES 264 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Basic information and guidelines for enhancement of athletic performance, injury prevention, rehabilitation and general fitness. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
312 [M] Research in Kinesiology 3 Course Prerequisite: PSYCH 311 with a C or better, STAT 212 with a C or better, or STAT 401 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology. Key research methods used in Kinesiology with an emphasis on reading, evaluating and applying research evidence. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
313 Psychological Aspects of Physical Movement 3 Course Prerequisite: PSYCH 105 with a C or better, or SOC 101 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Social and psychological factors related to participation and performance in physical activity (e.g., sport, exercise, recreation, rehabilitation). Typically offered Fall and Spring.
315 Leadership in Recreation and Sport Activities 3 Course Prerequisite: SPMGT 101 or KINES 201; SPMGT 290 or concurrent enrollment. Foundational methods, theories, and models for positive youth development through play, recreation activity, and sport; focus on effective game leading and group facilitation strategies. Typically offered Fall and Summer.
360 Motor Learning 3 Course Prerequisite: Admitted to the major in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or MAT program. Investigates how humans learn motor skills, ranging from activities of daily living to the performance of elite athletes. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
362 Qualitative Biomechanics 3 Course Prerequisite: C or better in BIOLOGY 315 or KINES 262; KINES 162, PHYSICS 101, or PHYSICS 201; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Qualitative analysis of human movement in everyday activities; introduction to physics principles and how they contribute to functional movements. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
362 (Effective through Summer 2024) Qualitative Biomechanics 3 Course Prerequisite: C or better in BIOLOGY 315 or KINES 262; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Qualitative analysis of human movement in everyday activities; introduction to physics principles and how they contribute to functional movements. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
364 Athletic Training Rehabilitation 3 Course Prerequisite: KINES 365 with a C or better. Advanced injury rehabilitation theory and techniques in athletic training. Typically offered Fall.
365 General Medical Aspects in Athletic Training 3 Course Prerequisite: KINES 271 with a C or better; KINES 275 with a C or better. Current medical issues pertaining to athletic training including sport pharmacology, physiological considerations, common illnesses and special concerns. Typically offered Spring.
380 Introduction to Exercise Physiology 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 251 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Introduction to exercise physiology as it relates to sport, physical training, and performance. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
390 Kinesiology Practicum or Research V 1 (0-3) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 credits. Course Prerequisite: KINES 264 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology. Supervised practicum or research. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. S, F grading.
391 Practicum in Physical Education V 1-4 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 credits. Course Prerequisite: By interview only. Supervised practicum. Typically offered Fall and Spring. S, F grading.
392 Athletic Training Clinical Internship II 2 (1-3) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 credits. Course Prerequisite: KINES 271 with a C or better; KINES 275 with a C or better. Intermediate techniques in management of sport injury/illness under supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
393 Practicum in Special Populations V 1 (0-3) to 4 (0-12) May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 8 credits. Supervised practicum. Typically offered Fall and Spring. S, F grading.
399 Coaching Principles 3 Course Prerequisite: KINES 201 or concurrent enrollment or SPMGT 101 or concurrent enrollment; SPMGT 290 or concurrent enrollment. Coaching principles, strategies, administrative duties, and leadership; preparation for certification in the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) and the National Youth Sport Coaches Association (NYSCA) certifications for youth sport coaching. Typically offered Spring and Summer.
411 Advanced Strength Training 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 315 with a C or better or KINES 262 with a C or better; KINES 264 with a C or better; KINES 311 with a C or better. Advanced strength training, including an in-depth look at programming of strength and fitness programs. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
412 Strength Training Practicum I 3 (1-8) Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 315 or KINES 262 each with a C or better; KINES 264 with a C or better; KINES 311 with a C or better; KINES 411 with a C or better or concurrent enrollment; admitted Strength and Conditioning minor; current CPR/First Aid. Clinical experience within the Strength and Conditioning minor, focusing on the basics of lifting and spotting techniques. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
413 Strength Training Practicum II 3 (1-8) Course Prerequisite: KINES 411 with a C or better; KINES 412 with a C or better; admitted to the Strength and Conditioning minor; current CPR/First Aid certification. Clinical experience within the Strength and Conditioning minor, focusing on plyometrics and power techniques for clients needing alterations in workouts. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
414 Strength Training Practicum III 3 (1-8) Course Prerequisite: KINES 413 with a C or better; admitted to the Strength and Conditioning minor; current CPR/First Aid certification. Clinical experience within the Strength and Conditioning minor focusing on preparation for the NSCA certification exam. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
461 Motor Learning and Control 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 251 with a C or better; BIOLOGY 315 with a C or better, or KINES 262 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine. Motor learning and motor control areas; neural mechanisms, practice, feedback, retention, and transfer application of theoretical concepts. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
469 [M] Athletic Training Organization and Administration 3 Course Prerequisite: KINES 364 with C or better. The organization and administration of athletic training programs. Typically offered Fall.
483 Fitness Education Methods 3 (2-3) Course Prerequisite: TCH LRN 464 with C or better, or concurrent enrollment; TCH LRN 465 with C or better, or concurrent enrollment; admitted to the major in elementary or secondary education; junior standing. Basic principles, theory, and practices of public school physical education teaching methods for K-12 public school pre-service teachers. Typically offered Spring.
484 [CAPS] [M] Exercise Prescription and Medical Conditions 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 251 with a C or better; BIOLOGY 315 or KINES 262 with a C or better; admitted to Kinesiology or Sports Medicine major; junior standing; Kinesiology majors must take KINES 484 during the term prior to enrolling in KINES 485. An integrated culmination of the knowledge, understanding, and skills for teaching movement activities to individuals with medical conditions. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
484 (Effective through Summer 2025) [CAPS] [M] Exercise Prescription and Medical Conditions 3 Course Prerequisite: BIOLOGY 251 with a C or better; BIOLOGY 315 with a C or better, or KINES 262 with a C or better; admitted to the major in Kinesiology or Sports Medicine; junior standing. An integrated culmination of the knowledge, understanding, and skills for teaching movement activities to individuals with medical conditions. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
485 Kinesiology Internship V 1-12 Course Prerequisite: Admitted to the major in Kinesiology; completed with a C or better all course work for the Kinesiology major; completion of all UCORE requirements. Supervised practicum in fitness or health agency or business. KINES 485 cannot be taken concurrently with other coursework. Students must comply with all internship policies and procedures. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. S, F grading.
490 Instructional Practicum V 1-4 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. S, F grading.
493 Athletic Training Clinical Internship III 2 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 credits. Course Prerequisite: KINES 364 with a C or better. Advanced techniques in management of sport injury/illness under supervision of a certified athletic trainer. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
496 Special Topics V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. Special topics in physical education, health, fitness, or sport. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer.
499 Special Problems V 1-4 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. Independent study conducted under the jurisdiction of an approving faculty member; may include independent research studies in technical or specialized problems; selection and analysis of specified readings; development of a creative project; or field experiences. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. S, F grading.
513 Advanced Psychology of Physical Activity 3 Advanced exploration of foundational topics in sport and exercise psychology. Typically offered Fall.
514 Motivation Theories 3 Antecedents, consequences, and processes of motivated behavior examined from theoretical, empirical, and applied perspectives. (Crosslisted course offered as ED PSYCH 573, KINES 514.) Typically offered Fall.
515 Etiology of Obesity 3 In-depth analysis and study of the latest research on causes and contributors to obesity. Typically offered Fall.
525 Aging Across the Lifespan 3 Examination of aspects of aging as a process across the lifespan including physical, mental, and emotional changes that occur throughout the process. Typically offered Fall.
536 Methods of Health and Physical Education 2 Physical activity and health promotion for school programs, and educational/legal issues on physical and sexual abuse, K-8. Typically offered Summer Session.
545 Leadership Philosophy, Programming, and Marketing Physical Activity 3 Planning, development, and assessment of recreation, physical activity, and sport based programming; implementation of health and physical activity marketing techniques with emphasis in leadership and practical application. Typically offered Fall.
550 Life Course Physical Activity 3 Explores the impacts of physical activity on health and quality of life at specific life course phases. Typically offered Spring.
560 Neuromuscular Physiology 3 Understand and solve problems related to the design and function of the human system that produces voluntary movement. Typically offered Fall.
561 Motor Control Theory 3 The mechanisms and principles governing motor control and learning, as well as the research methods commonly used in motor behavior. Typically offered Spring.
562 Biomechanical Measurement Techniques 3 The daily operational use and maintenance of biomechanics lab equipment; the processing and analysis of biomechanics lab data. Typically offered Spring.
563 Balance, Gait and Running 3 The biomechanical analysis and literature of balance, gait and running. Typically offered Spring.
564 Movement Disorders 3 Course Prerequisite: Enrolled in Kinesiology graduate program. Examination of the history, neuropathology, assessment, and intervention procedures of movement disorders. Typically offered Spring.
580 Applied Experiences in Exercise Physiology 3 Systematic review of human physiological responses to exercise; review of current evaluative methods for cardiorespiratory function, body composition, energy expenditure, and human athletic performance. Typically offered Fall.
584 Exercise Prescription 3 Designed to provide principles of testing and prescription based on current practices in movement education for healthy individuals and special populations. Typically offered Spring.
590 Kinesiology Seminar 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 credits. Course Prerequisite: Enrolled in Kinesiology graduate program. Experience in presentation and discussion of scientific data broadly within kinesiology. Typically offered Fall and Spring. S, F grading.
590 (Effective through Fall 2024) Kinesiology Seminar 1 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 4 credits. Course Prerequisite: By instructor permission. Experience in presentation and discussion of scientific data broadly within kinesiology. Typically offered Fall and Spring. S, F grading.
596 Kinesiology Graduate Topics V 1-3 May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 6 credits. Special graduate topics in Kinesiology. Typically offered Fall and Spring.
600 Special Projects or Independent Study V 1-18 May be repeated for credit. Independent study, special projects, and/or internships. Students must have graduate degree-seeking status and should check with their major advisor before enrolling in 600 credit, which cannot be used toward the core graded credits required for a graduate degree. S, F grading.
700 Master's Research, Thesis, and/or Examination V 1-18 May be repeated for credit. Independent research and advanced study for students working on their master's research, thesis and/or final examination. Students must have graduate degree-seeking status and should check with their major advisor/committee chair before enrolling for 700 credit. S, U grading.
702 Master's Special Problems, Directed Study, and/or Examination V 1-18 May be repeated for credit. Independent research in special problems, directed study, and/or examination credit for students in a non-thesis master's degree program. Students must have graduate degree-seeking status and should check with their major advisor/committee chair before enrolling for 702 credit. Typically offered Fall and Spring. S, U grading.