for California State University, Fresno.
Kinesiology
College of Health and Human Services
CATHERINE G.R. JACKSON, Chair
Deborah Russell, Department Administrative Coordinator
South Gym, Room 111
559.278.2016
http://www.csufresno.edu/kines/programs/
B.S. in Kinesiology
Athletic Training Option
Exercise Science Option
General Kinesiology Option
Physical Education Option
M.A. in Kinesiology
Exercise Science Option
Sport Psychology Option
Supplementary Authorization
in Physical Education
Single Subject Teaching Credential
in Physical Education
Faculty
Catherine G.R. Jackson, Chair
Undergraduate Adviser: Consult department chair.
Kenneth R. Aldrich, Graduate Coordinator
Timothy R. Anderson, Coordinator of Exercise Science Option
Scott Sailor, Coordinator and Curriculum Director of Athletic Training Option
Thomas C. Minniear, Coordinator of Physical Education Option and Credential
Adviser
Kenneth R. Aldrich, Tim R. Anderson, O. Duane Ballard Jr., Virgina F.
Chadwick, Michael G. Coles, Jenelle N. Gilbert, Wade Gilbert, Felicia Greer,
Catherine G.R. Jackson, Thomas C. Minniear, Jacobo O. Morales, Scott Sailor
Kinesiology
Kinesiology is a term which implies broad and inclusive study of human
movement: art, science, historical evolution, roles in society, and impact
upon personal lives and well-being. The academic discipline of kinesiology
includes exercise physiology, biomechanics, athletic training, pedagogy
and teaching, motor learning and control, sports psychology, sport sociology,
sports philosophy, dance education, fitness and wellness, and coaching.
Within the Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Fresno,
there are four areas of curricular focus: pedagogy and teaching, exercise
science, athletic training, and general kinesiology.
The Physical Education Option has a curricular emphasis in pedagogy
designed for students with professional goals in teaching and coaching.
Completion of this option provides access to teaching credential programs
and teaching careers in grades K-12.
The Exercise Science Option is focused upon applications of exercise,
fitness, and wellness in clinical, preventive, rehabilitative, athletic
performance, industrial, and laboratory settings. The option provides a
broad and comprehensive background in the physical, biological, and technical
sciences, and prepares the student for professional applications or advanced
degree work and research in exercise science. Marketability and advancement
within these professions can be enhanced by additional certification through
such organizations as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and
the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Individual faculty
and specific coursework can help students prepare for these certifications.
The Athletic Training Education Program Option is designed for students
with professional goals in athletic training who are seeking certification
by the NATA-BOC. This is an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The program has high academic
and performance standards, which include completion of a three-year proficiency-based
clinical education program. Transfer students will be advised on an individual
basis (see ATEP curriculum director.) The clinical experience may be completed
on campus where service is provided for all 19 intercollegiate sports, or
in an affiliated off-campus setting. Students interested in this program
must consult an athletic training adviser. The Athletic Training Education
Program Option is on impacted status (the number of applications received
is greater than the number of vacancies). Therefore, admission to the option
is very competitive; there is no waiting list. Only the most qualified applicants
will be admitted. Applicants must reapply each time and compete with the
entire applicant pool if not selected. All applicants must comply with the
technical standards in athletic training for admission and retention in
the program.
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Note: California residents are given preference over out-of-state and international students as long as the option is on impacted status.
The General Option is designed for students interested in areas not served by the other three options in kinesiology. The General Option is not designed to prepare students for credential or certification programs. Rather, General Option students may find employment in a variety of health and business-related fields such as personal training, corporate fitness, medical equipment sales, or public safety.
A bachelor's degree in any of the four undergraduate options will effectively
prepare students for graduate work within that specific area.
The Master of Arts degree program is designed to provide advanced
study to extend competence in the areas of science, pedagogy, administration,
and research techniques. The curriculum has the flexibility to promote professional
applications, facilitate career advancement, or provide preparation for
doctoral study. Class size and format promote experiential learning and
quality interactions among students and faculty.
Activity Classes
A broad variety of activity classes is offered for students interested in physical activity and kinesthetic learning. The program objective is to develop knowledge, skills, and fitness through practical experience in movement and exercise. Activity courses are offered in aquatics, recreational dance, individual activities and team sports. Unique experiences are provided in areas such as bicycling, fencing, martial arts, yoga, and massage. These courses are open to students across the entire spectrum of physical abilities.
Facilities
The facilities for these programs include two gymnasiums, six racquetball/handball
courts, a large matted area, two dance studios, a gymnastics apparatus area,
a strength-training area, an all-weather track, multipurpose fields for
softball, flag football, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and golf, an archery
range, a swimming pool, a human performance lab, and an athletic training
room.
Kinesiology
Courses