Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF KINESIOLOGY

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: An introduction to studies in the areas of human movement: anatomy and physiology, physiology of exercise, motor behavior, biomechanics and sport psychology.

Long Title: SOCIOLOGY OF SPORT

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Credit Hours: 3

Description: This course will explore power relations and cultural ideologies as they impact participation opportunities in sport, leisure, and exercise. Students will use in-depth critical thinking analysis to explore the links that exist between sport and the major spheres of social life. In addition, moral decision making and ethical dilemmas in sport, leisure, and exercise will be addressed.

Long Title: HUMAN ANATOMY

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Introduction to human anatomy including concepts of function.

Long Title: HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Distribution Group: Distribution Group III

Credit Hours: 3

Description: This course will address the fundamental principles of human physiology at the cell, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism levels. Emphasis will be placed on mechanisms of function and homeostasis as achieved through the coordinated function of homeostatic control systems.

Long Title: BIOMECHANICS

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): KINE 300

Description: An introduction to the discipline of mechanics as it applies to biological systems. Primary emphasis is placed on humans and other vertebrate species. Topics covered include the kinematics and kinetics of movement, material and functional properties of musculoskeletal tissues and the integration of musculoskeletal function from molecules and cells to whole animals. Recommended prerequisite(s): KINE 321.

Long Title: PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF SPORT AND EXERCISE

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Investigate, discuss, and explore the psychological foundations that underlie sport and exercise participation. Recommended Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101.

Long Title: MOTOR LEARNING

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Physiological, neurological, and psychological factors affecting skill acquisition and development.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO MEASUREMENTS AND STATISTICS

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Introduction to basic statistics, and elementary measurement theory with application to sport management, health sciences, and sports medicine.

Long Title: EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): KINE 300 AND KINE 301 or permission of instructor

Description: This course examines the acute and chronic effects of exercise on physiological functions. Topics include nutrition, energy transfer, fatigue, metabolism, disease, aging, preventative medicine, genetics, elite performance, ergogenic aids, exercise testing, and specificity of training. Must register for co-req course KINE 323 also. Recommended Prerequisites: KINE 300 and KINE 301.

Long Title: EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): KINE 300 AND KINE 301

Description: This course introduces the concepts and assessment techniques used to quantify physiological function. Laboratory experiences will require students to acquire and apply knowledge of systems physiology to make direct functional assessments using themselves as subjects. A major emphasis will be placed on metabolism and energy transfer in the body. Cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and central nervous system function will also be covered. Individual body composition, musculoskeletal levers, metabolic power and fitness, and neuromuscular control and coordination.

Long Title: MOTOR LEARNING LAB

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Laboratory experiences in the physiological, neurological and psychological factors of human movement.

Long Title: MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC DISEASES: OBESITY AND DIABETES

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Topics include the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of chronic disease from cardiac pathologies to obesity.

Long Title: HUMAN ANATOMY LAB

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): KINE 300

Description: Study of the pro-sections and cadavers are used for learning and understanding human anatomy in a gross anatomy examination laboratory at BCM in the Texas Medical Center. Hands-on examination of human anatomy in this course provides supplemental practical experience for lectures in KINE 300, Human Anatomy courses.

Long Title: SPORTS MEDICINE INTERNSHIP

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Internship/Practicum

Credit Hours: 1 TO 3

Description: Internship experience for senior students in sports medicine track. Department Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: SPORT NUTRITION

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): HEAL 103

Description: This course will address current scientific knowledge about common macronutrients, micronutrients, and supplements, and how they may enhance athletic performance. The course will also focus on the role of nutritional timing, volume, and periodization to achieve practical results in endurance, strength, power and speed. Recommended Prerequisite(s): KINE 321.

Long Title: CASE STUDIES IN PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Research

Credit Hours: 3

Description: An advanced, multidisciplinary consideration of how humans . Class work will center around problem solving using a case study methodology.

Long Title: MOTOR CONTROL

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): KINE 311 AND KINE 325

Description: Exploration of the neurophysiological, behavioral, and biomechanical aspects of human movement and development.

Long Title: ADVANCED TOPICS IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY AND PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): KINE 321 AND KINE 323

Description: This course is a seminar style course that examines acute and chronic effects of exercise stimuli on physiological adaptation as relevant to health, disease and human performance. Topics will vary depending on current issues in exercise physiology. Examples include metabolism, fatigue, diabetes, genetics, muscular dystrophy, orthopedics, cancer and cardiovascular disease. The course is intended for those with a background in biology and/or physiology and interest in exercise and health.

Long Title: RESEARCH METHODS

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): KINE 319 OR STAT 280

Description: Designed to introduce students to research methods, statistical techniques, and topics appropriate for experimental research.

Long Title: MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY AND PLASTICITY

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): KINE 321 AND KINE 323

Description: This course will specifically address cardiac and skeletal muscle physiology and plasticity when introduced to various stimuli. These stimuli include exercise, aging, injury, altitude, microgravity, heat, and pharmacological agents. An emphasis will be placed on practical application to health, disease, and performance enhancement.

Long Title: SEMINAR IN SPORTS MEDICINE

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Considers issues related to athletic injury including mechanisms, assessment, management, and rehabilitation.

Long Title: INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SPORTS MEDICINE

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1 TO 3

Description: To provide the student with research opportunity to gain or enhance knowledge in the sports medicine area or to explore an area of interest related to research in sports medicine. Department Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SPORTS MEDICINE

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1 TO 3

Description: See KINE 495. Department Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: SPECIAL TOPICS

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Credit Hours: 1 TO 3

Description: This course will address the effects of exercise on, and physiological limitations of, special populations. Completion of this subject should provide students with the understanding of how planning for exercise, and the impact of exercise, is different for special populations. Fall 2014 Topic: Exercise Epidemiology. Please register for 3 credit hours for Fall 2014. Recommended Prerequisite(s): KINE 321 or KINE 323. Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: TEACHING PRACTICUM IN SPORTS MEDICINE

Department: Kinesiology

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Internship/Practicum

Credit Hours: 1 TO 3

Description: Advanced teaching experience for upper level students who have demonstrated particular aptitude and interest in one area of kinesiology. Students will assist in conducting a course in which they have previously excelled. The student will learn techniques in course management, instruction, and evaluation. Department Permission Required. Recommended prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing, declared major in Kinesiology, and at least an "A-" in the course serving as the practicum. Repeatable for Credit.