The exercise science emphasis explores the mechanics of sports and exercise in relation to the human body, offering students an introduction to the field.

Courses specific to this emphasis discuss motor learning, tests and measurements and offer practical experience in the field. Students analyze various sports and exercise activities based on personal interests and career goals.

The exercise science emphasis of the kinesiology major is designed primarily to lay the foundation for graduate studies in kinesiology, sports science and other related fields.

GENERAL EDUCATION OR OTHER PREREQUISITES (4 UNITS)

• BIOL-101L Principles of Biology (4)
• or BIOL-110L General Biology A (4)

REQUIRED COURSES (16 COURSES, 48 UNITS)
Core Courses (7 courses, 25 units)

• BIOL-331L Human Anatomy (4)
• BIOL-332L Human Physiology (4)
• KIN-350 Biomechanics (4)
• KIN-355 Physiology of Exercise (4)
• KIN-400 Sport and Exercise Psychology (3)
• KIN-405 History and Philosophy of Physical Education and Sport (3)
• KIN-480 Sport and Exercise in Society (3)

Emphasis Courses (6 courses, 17 units)

• KIN-330 Motor Learning (4)
• KIN-340 Tests and Measurements (3)
• KIN-450 Adaptive Physical Education (3)
• KIN-482 Kinesiology Practicum (1)

Select two upper-division kinesiology courses (6 units).

Analysis Courses (3 courses, 6 units)
Select three of the following:

• KIN-200 Analysis of Sport I-Volleyball and Basketball (2)
• KIN-205 Analysis of Fundamental Movement (2)
• KIN-210 Analysis of Sport II-Soccer and Football (2)
• KIN-215 Analysis of Outdoor Activities (2)
• KIN-220 Analysis of Sport III-Baseball, Softball, Leisure Games (2)
• KIN-225 Analysis of Fitness Activities and Aquatics (2)
• KIN-230 Analysis of Racquet Sports (2)
• KIN-235 Analysis of Non-Traditional Sports (2)
• KIN-240 Analysis of Lifetime Sports (2)
• KIN-250 Analysis of Track and Field (2)