Kinesiology for Transfer

Description

This curriculum provides a broad perspective of the discipline or body of knowledge that studies physical activity and human movement. Courses will cover the philosophy, history, and sociology of physical activity and the careers available in the profession of physical activity. Courses will cover the examination of the systems in the human body and the functions and interrelationships of these systems. Courses may also cover principles of biology, which include cell theory, cell division, and heredity, as well as the principles of inorganic and organic chemistry. In addition, they may include the study of modern physics with an emphasis on the appreciation for science and its applications.

This curriculum provides a solid foundation upon which to build a Kinesiology major at a four-year school. The degree guarantees transfer to a CSU as a junior.

The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) is granted upon successful completion of a courses in the degree. The following is required for all AD-T degrees for transfer to the California State University system.

1. Completion of a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (C) in all CSU-transferable coursework, that is courses numbered 1500 and above. Note that while a minimum GPA of 2.0 (C) is required for admission to a CSU, some transfer institutions for certain majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with the transfer counselor at the transferring institution for details. Students are advised to check on ASSIST.org for the most recent information.
3. Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an AA-T or AS-T major courses as detailed in section of the catalog under Degrees & Certificates. Please see a counselor for more information.
4. Certified completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).

Program Learning Outcomes

After completing the Kinesiology for transfer degree major, a student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a solid knowledge base of the concepts of Kinesiology, which is the study of physical activity through performance, scholarly analysis, and professional practice.
2. Understand and apply historical, ethical and philosophical concepts as related to the Health and Kinesiology fields.
3. Respect and use critical and creative thinking, in the analysis and approach of Health and Kinesiology.
4. Understand and apply the fundamental concepts of basic movement of Kinesiology and are able to utilize those concepts in everyday life, both personally and professionally.
5. Act and think ethically, and reflect other values that are the underpinnings of Health and Kinesiology as a discipline.