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Dec 16, 2024
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2020-2021 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Kinesiology, Gerokinesiology Concentration, B.S.
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Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
The B.S. in Kinesiology requires nine units of prerequisite courses and 51 units in the major, including nine units of foundation courses, 18 units of disciplinary core courses, a three-unit writing course and 15-21 units of concentration courses. All courses in the major, including prerequisites, must be completed with a “C” (2.0) or better, and must be taken on an Option 1 (letter grade) basis. Kinesiology courses with the “junior or senior standing” prerequisite require students to have completed a minimum of 55 units. Intercollegiate sport courses may be completed with the Credit/No Credit option.
Prerequisite Requirements for the Major (9 units)
Human Anatomy and Physiology (3 units)
Performance Courses (6 units - 1 unit from each performance area)
Additional Information
* May only be used in one performance area.
Students in the Teacher Education concentration must substitute KNES 240 , KNES 241 , KNES 242 and KNES 243 for the Performance Courses requirements (see the Teacher Education concentration for details).
Requirements for the Major
Foundation Courses (9 units)
Disciplinary Core Courses (18 units)
Upper-Division Writing Course (3 units)
Gerokinesiology Concentration (21 units)
Provides knowledge and skills necessary to develop and teach a variety of wellness and fitness classes and/or personalized training/rehabilitation programs for older adults across the functional continuum. Prepares students for advanced study in related allied health professions, and meets international curriculum guidelines for preparing physical activity instructors of older adults.
Required Coursess (12 units)
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