Physical Education (non-teaching)
- Major
- Minor
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (NON-TEACHING)
Turn an interest in sports, health, and wellness into a career. Acquire a strong knowledge in the physical, psychological, neurological, and cognitive domains. Turn your passion into your career.
- Technology labs utilizing Dartfish and TriFIT software.
- Small class sizes and one-on-one time with knowledgeable faculty.
- Opportunities for International Study, hands-on field experience, and co-curricular activities.
- Physical education courses taught in the state-of-the-art Foss Wellness Center and expanded Larson Sports Center.
- Cross-disciplinary approach providing knowledge and skills in your discipline, as well as a broad general education.
GAIN REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE – ALL BEFORE YOU GRADUATE.
Internships
Obtain work experience and gain the ability to make informed career choices through internships of a semester in length—or more!
Work with the latest technology
- iPads and the latest iOS apps in the field
- Anaerobic Power Analysis: Test anaerobic power
- Dartfish Motion Analysis Software: Analyze technical performances
- Accelerometers: Track every movement with a 3D movement analysis device
- Metabolic Cart & ECG: Monitor breath-by-breath gas analysis and oxygen consumption
- iHT Heart Rate Monitors: Assist in managing exercise sessions for a variety of population groups
- Web 2.0 Sites: Plan and design a fitness center, create a web page, analyze your diet, or create a podcast movie
Coursework
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
KNS 182 |
Intro to Kinesiology |
2 |
KNS 183 |
Personal Health and Wellness |
3 |
KNS 217 |
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology I |
3 |
KNS 218 |
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology II |
3 |
KNS 240 or KNS 242 |
Nutrition and Wellness
Sports Nutrition |
2
2 |
KNS 260 |
Technology Integration in PE, Health, & Fitness |
3 |
KNS 309 |
Basic Biomechanics |
3 |
KNS 325 |
Fundamentals of Strength & Conditioning |
3 |
KNS 346 |
Adapted Physical Education |
2 |
KNS 385 |
Sport First Aid and Injury Care |
3 |
KNS 402 |
Exercise Physiology |
3 |
KNS 404 |
Exercise Physiology Lab |
1 |
KNS 416 |
Senior Seminar in Physical Education/Health & Fitness Administration Internship |
4 |
KNS 420 |
Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletics |
3 |
KNS 451 |
Senior Seminar in Physical Education/Health & Fitness Administration |
2 |
KNS |
Physical Education Electives (see advisor) |
11 |
KNS |
Dance |
1 |
KNS |
Beginning Swimming |
1 |
KNS |
Weight Training and Fitness |
1 |
KNS |
Elective activity classes |
2 |
Total Semester Credits Required: 51