May 20, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • JAPN 4001 - Advanced Japanese I


    Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 3004 with a grade of C or higher, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JAPN 4002 - Advanced Japanese II


    Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. Idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Japanese.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 4001 with a grade of C or higher, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JAPN 4310 - Advanced Japanese Conversation


    Guided conversation practice on assigned themes/topics. The course is a continuation of JAPN 4310 and designed to increase fluency, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary and idiomatic expressions further. Class conducted in Japanese.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 3002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JAPN 4950 - Study Abroad


    The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • JAPN 4960 - Study Abroad


    The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • JAPN 4970 - Study Abroad


    The study of the Japanese language and Japanese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.

    Hours:
    1-6



  
  • JAPN 4990 - Special Topics


    Study of an area of language, literature or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and announced in advance. May be repeated for 1-3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different. JAPN 3001 and 3002 are recommended before taking this course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JAPN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

    Hours:
    1-3



  
  • JOUR 1010 - News Writing and Reporting


    Introduction to news reporting and writing for print, online and broadcast, as well as to public relations news release writing. Practice in fundamentals of such writing.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 2000 - News Production I


    Hands-on instruction and practice in the design and production of print and online news for the UNG student news organization. Assignments may include reporting, writing, editing, photography, video production, broadcast reporting, web design, print design, and advertising.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 1010, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 2010 - Intermediate Newswriting and Reporting


    Writing, interviewing, and information-­gathering for creating multimedia stories for diverse audiences. This course is a continuation of JOUR 1010 and will include discussion and instruction in ethics, responsibilities, and professional practice of journalism.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 1010

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 2902 - Special Topics in Journalism


    Special interest courses that may not be transferable are offered in response to student interest and demand. Among such topics are news writing, editorial writing, non-print media, school publications, advertising, reviewing and critiquing, and contemporary America newspapers.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

    Hours:
    2



  
  • JOUR 2903 - Special Topics in Journalism


    Special interest courses that may not be transferable are offered in response to student interest and demand. Among such topics are news writing, editorial writing, non-print media, school publications, advertising, reviewing and critiquing, and contemporary America newspapers.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3000 - News Production II


    Hands-on instruction and practice in the design and production of print and online news for the UNG student news organization. Assignments may include reporting, writing, editing, photography, video production, broadcast reporting, web design, print design, and advertising.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 2000 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3010 - Advanced Newswriting & Reporting


    Advanced writing and reporting class building on skills learned in JOUR 1010 and JOUR 2010. Students will be expected to produce publication-ready stories for print, online, broadcast and public relations outlets.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 2010 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3020 - Public Affairs & Community Reporting


    Study and practice of news reporting and writing at community level. Special attention given to source development, interviewing, finding and using government records and documents.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 2010 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3050 - Data Journalism


    Advanced use of computers and investigative techniques to access, analyze and develop database information in combination with traditional news reporting in web, broadcast and print forms. Use of multimedia presentation techniques to deliver such information to audiences.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: JOUR 2010 and MATH 1401, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3070 - Editing


    Introduction to the techniques of newspaper, magazine, and online copy desk work. Rewriting and editing copy, titles, captions, photos and headlines for newspapers, magazines and on-line publications. Ethical and legal issues in copy editing. Emphasis on grammar, style, punctuation. Laboratory experience in editing.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 3010 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3100 - Multimedia Journalism


    Production, ethics, and theories of multimedia journalism content for online. Students will apply ethical and creative techniques to write and produce digital stories using web sites, sound and moving images. The course will cover sound journalistic principles of newsgathering, content curation, blogging, social media, and storytelling in a converged new media environment.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: JOUR 1010 and COMM 1400, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3400 - Media Layout and Design


    Publishing and photo editing for print and online, and instruction in appropriate software. Discussion of basic design principles, ethics and legal issues, along with typography and color theory. Students will produce a final project suitable for a job portfolio.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: COMM 1400 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3420 - Photojournalism


    Taking and preparing digital images for the media, with discussion of ethical and legal issues surrounding production and use of digital photographs in a journalistic context.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: COMM 1400 and JOUR 1010, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3550 - Feature Writing


    Intensive, advanced writing and reporting practice for the development of non-fiction articles for magazines, newspapers, and other print and online publications, focusing on human interest writing. Topics include legal and ethical issues, freelance writing techniques, working with editors, multimedia additions for online features, and in-depth interviewing and reporting.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 2010 or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 3750 - Broadcast Journalism


    Practice in the composition, performance and production of news for broadcast and webcast media. Focus on distinctions between electronic media and print media news-writing styles. Student performers deliver news stories in realistic settings, including television stand-up reports from the field, in-studio delivery on-camera using TelePrompTer, and voiced copy for radio. Audio and video production techniques are reviewed to allow students to assemble a completed newscast or news package. Professional industry standards, ethics and practices are discussed.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: JOUR 3010 and COMM 1400, or permission of instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 4100 - Literary Journalism


    Examination of the genre of literary journalism, focusing on the great flowering of the form in the late 1950s and the 1960s, and including representative samples of literary journalism as it is currently practiced. The focus of the course is the newly-conceived relationship between the journalist and his/her subjects and material, and how that changing role suggested the need for new forms with which to capture and express it.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 1010

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 4800 - News Production III


    Hands-on instruction and practice in the design and production of broadcast and online news for UNG student news organization. Assignments may include reporting, writing, video production, broadcast reporting, editing, photography, web design, and advertising. JOUR 4800 will focus primarily on producing video news content and the delivery of a broadcast news program.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: JOUR 3750, MDST 3800, or the permission of the instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 4903 - Seminar in Mass Communication


    Seminar in a topic or issue in mass communication, journalism and/or media selected by the instructor or in response to student demand.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisites: JOUR 1010 and COMM 2900

    Hours:
    3



  
  • JOUR 4951 - Journalism Internship


    This course enables students to earn credit toward their degree by completing an internship within a field related to journalism. The student’s advisor will liaise with the organization offering the internship to verify that the experience merits internship credit. This course is appropriate for students who will work at the internship for an average of fewer than 7 hours per week during the Fall or Spring terms. For Summer terms, First & Second terms/sessions, and Maymester terms, the number of required hours may be increased accordingly, due to the abbreviated time frame of the session/term. Internship courses may be repeated for up to 6 total hours.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

    Hours:
    1



  
  • JOUR 4952 - Journalism Internship


    This course enables students to earn credit toward their degree by completing an internship within a field related to journalism. The student’s advisor will liaise with the organization offering the internship to verify that the experience merits internship credit. This course is appropriate for students who will work at the internship for an average of between 7 and 12 hours per week during the Fall or Spring terms. For Summer terms, First & Second terms/sessions, and Maymester terms, the number of required hours may be increased accordingly, due to the abbreviated time frame of the session/term. Internship courses may be repeated for up to 6 total hours.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

    Hours:
    2



  
  • JOUR 4953 - Journalism Internship


    This course enables students to earn credit toward their degree by completing an internship within a field related to journalism. The student’s advisor will liaise with the organization offering the internship to verify that the experience merits internship credit. This course is appropriate for students who will work at the internship for an average of between 13 and 20 hours per week during the Fall or Spring terms. For Summer terms, First & Second terms/sessions, and Maymester terms, the number of required hours may be increased accordingly, due to the abbreviated time frame of the session/term. Internship courses may be repeated for up to 6 total hours.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 1900 - Personal Wellness


    Discussion of current issues in health/wellness and how a fit and well lifestyle can enhance the quality of life. Self-assessments are performed to determine self-health status and opportunities are created for making healthy lifestyle decisions. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IS INCLUDED IN THIS CLASS.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 1901 - First Aid/CPR


    Provides instruction in methods of handling respiratory and circulatory emergencies and many other situations which require emergency first aid. Students who successfully complete requirements may obtain certification.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1902 - Personal Fitness


    This course will assist the student in establishing a personal physical fitness program through exercise, proper nutrition and weight management. The program will focus on the components of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition. The course will require the ability to participate in a variety of physical activities.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1903 - Volleyball


    Provides instruction and practice on the basic skills of volleyball, rules of the game, sportsmanship and the opportunity to play volleyball on a recreational level.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1904 - Basketball


    Provides instruction and practice on the basic skills of basketball, rules of the game, sportsmanship and the opportunity to play basketball on a recreational level.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1905 - Soccer


    This course provides the fundamentals of the game of soccer as applied to a beginning soccer player/student. Basic skills such as different types of kicks, dribbling, passing, rules of the game, and positions played in soccer are covered.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1906 - Fencing


    Fencing is one of only four sports to be included in every modern Olympic Games, and in this course, students will learn the basics of the sport. The course will begin with footwork, continue with bladework, and end with bout strategy. This course employs the foil, a weapon whose skills transfer easily to the other two fencing weapons (épée and saber). Additionally, as the students learn the rules and the concept of right-of-way, they will begin to judge bouts. In addition to a physical component, the class includes an academic component.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1907 - Team Handball


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity-oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1908 - Weight Training


    A beginning weight training course providing guidelines for proper execution of a variety of exercises and the basic principles of training related to the development of muscular strength and endurance.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1909 - Beginning Swimming


    Designed to teach elementary safety skills in or about the water and to promote skills necessary to enjoy basic swimming strokes.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1910 - Rape Prevention Education


    An introduction to basic self-defense skills, escape and avoidance strategies, offensive and defensive postures, defensive techniques and simulated attacks. The course includes an exploration of violence prevention and victim abuse community services. The course will address basic fitness principles, including strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Fitness principles will be addressed specifically in terms of the student’s ability to practice and perform self-defense skills.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1911 - Badminton


    A beginning badminton course to assist the student in learning the rules, strategy, techniques, and fitness benefits of competitive badminton as a life-long activity.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1912 - Aerobics


    This course focuses on improving the student’s cardiovascular fitness level through various types of aerobics, including high and low impact, step, kickboxing, medicine ball, and water aerobics. Students also develop an understanding of the physical fitness components.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1913 - Beginning Tennis


    This course introduces the student to the basic tennis fundamentals of forehand and backhand ground strokes and serving, as well as learning scoring and simple game strategies.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1914 - Backpacking


    This class is designed to educate students on the basics of backpacking/hiking as well as the benefit of physical fitness to be gained through lifelong participation in backpacking/hiking.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1915 - Yoga


    An introduction to the fundamentals of Yoga through the practice of exercises, breathing, and relaxation techniques. This course is designed to teach the various styles and techniques involved in Yoga.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1916 - Beginning Golf


    A beginning golf course teaching the fundamentals of golf such as swing, stance, grip, the rules, and etiquette of golf.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1917 - Beginning Karate


    This course introduces the student to the fundamental skills of karate. It is designed to develop physical skills of karate as well as develop self-esteem, self-discipline, and self-confidence.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1918 - Casting and Angling


    An introduction to basic fly casting and spin casting techniques as applied to fresh water fishing. Other key elements of instruction include equipment selection and care, fishing regulations, where to fish, fish dressing techniques, and boating safety.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1919 - Canoeing/Kayaking


    An introductory course designed to teach the student the fundamental skills involved in rowing. Topics include open Canadian canoeing, sea kayaking, whitewater, kayak polo, and flatwater paddling.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1920 - Scuba


    An open water scuba diving course designed to complete the academic and pool training sessions required by SCUBA Schools International (SSI). Equipment and physical requirements discussed first class period.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1921 - Beginning Sailing/Basic Keeling


    An introductory course in sailing. Students learn to sail a boat of about 20 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters without supervision. The course is approved by the National Association of Boating Law Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard as a recognized safe boating course. As such it meets all requirements for mandatory education and licensing in the U.S. and provides certification from the American Sailing Association.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1922 - Wilderness Survival Skills


    This is an introductory course focusing on skills needed to prevent, manage, and increase the chance of surviving a life threatening situation in a wilderness setting such as a temperate forest. Information will also be provided involving urban disasters and vehicular scenarios.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1923 - Caving/Spelunking


    The primary purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to perform safe caving/spelunking activities. Caving is for those more adventurous spirits and those simply wanting a taste of adventure in the outdoors. The course provides opportunities for individuals to push themselves physically and emotionally. Hard skills including route finding/tagging, cave rescue and safety, and soft skills including debriefing and challenge of choice are foci in the course. The course is an excellent introduction into the exciting fields of outdoor and experiential education.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1924 - Rock Climbing/Rappelling


    An introductory course designed to teach the student the fundamental skills involved in rock climbing/rappelling. No prior experience is necessary. Topics include equipment, terminology, safety, logistics of packing for a trip, route finding, and rescue scenarios.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1925 - Firearm Safety & Marksmanship


    This course will provide extensive hands-on learning opportunities in the areas of safe firearm handling, shooting fundamentals, and shooting skills in relationship to recreation sport activities. Firearm selection, safety, and operation will be the major focus of this course in addition to important issues regarding the function and proper handling of ammunition. Special emphasis will be placed on firearm safety.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1926 - Mat Pilates


    This course provides a basic introduction to the fundamentals of Pilates through the practice of exercises, breathing, and relaxation techniques. This course is designed to teach the various styles and techniques involved in Pilates. This course may be used to partially satisfy the physical education requirement or as an elective.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1927 - Stationary Cycling


    This is an introductory course that is designed to teach and improve the student’s basic fitness through stationary cycling. The primary purpose of the course is to acquaint students with the basic knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to perform safe cycling activity as a lifetime sport. This course may be used to partially satisfy the physical education requirement or as an elective.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1928 - Beginning Bowling


    This course is designed to give students a better understanding of the sport of bowling and develop fundamental bowling skills. Students acquire reasonable effectiveness in bowling while learning to appreciate bowling as a lifetime recreational activity.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1929 - Ropes Course Challenge


    This course familiarizes the student with concepts of adventure based programming, which utilizes activities, such as cooperative games, group initiative and problem solving, trust activities, and ropes course elements, which aid individuals and groups in learning about decision making, leadership, and how to be a team player. The student is introduced to skills required to manage ropes course activities as well as safety.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1930 - Fitness Walking


    Provides knowledge of techniques of fitness walking. It aids beginners and experienced walkers in developing more efficient walking patterns in order to participate in a lifelong fitness walking program.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1931 - Water Aerobics


    Emphasizes safe and enjoyable activities, through water exercises, which increase fitness levels. Principle components of fitness, including healthy nutrition practices are examined.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1932 - Recreational Sports


    A course designed to improve the student’s background in non-traditional recreational sport activities. Students will experience lesser known activities that may be incorporated in a school physical education program.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1934 - Rowing


    An introductory rowing course designed to teach the student the fundamental skills involved in rowing. Topics include equipment terminology, boat safety, fundamentals of the rowing stroke, sweep rowing, sculling, boat handling, coxing, and erging.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1935 - Snow Skiing


    This course is designed for students to develop knowledge of snow skiing, which will enable them to enjoy a lifetime sport. Topics include proper safety and etiquette on the slopes, exercises specific for skiing, basic principles of dressing properly, proper use of ski equipment, and learning how to load and unload from various types of ski lifts. Some basic instruction will be given at the College, but on slope skiing at a designated off-campus site is required.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1937 - Recreational Dance


    This course involves learning and mastering the concepts, skills, and techniques related to performing and teaching others to perform a variety of recreational dances. Primary emphasis will be placed on movement principles common to each of the major recreational dance forms: folk, square, contra, social, and ballroom dance.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1938 - Jogging


    A beginning jogging course to assist the student in learning safe and effective jogging and exercise techniques. Includes the basic principles of training related to the development of cardiorespiratory endurance and muscular endurance. Weight control measures and fitness assessments are included.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1939 - Bait Casting


    An introduction to basic fly casting and spin casting techniques as applied to fresh water fishing. Other key elements of instruction include equipment selection and care, fishing regulations, where to fish, fish dressing techniques, and boating safety.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1940 - Adaptive PE


    The purpose of this course is to give the student the opportunity to study personal fitness topics under the direction of a departmental instructor. Student must receive permission from the departmental coordinator to be allowed to register.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1941 - Standard First Aid


    The purpose of this course is to teach skills needed in order to provide immediate care for a suddenly ill or injured person until more advanced medical care arrives.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1942 - Self Defense


    This course provides knowledge of self-defense tactics and promotes good judgment for safety of the individual in various situations, which include home and travel. Topics include strikes, escapes, and other defense tactics.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1943 - Mountain Biking


    A beginning mountain biking course that provides guidelines for safe biking, such as proper equipment needed, how to maneuver on different terrain, basic maintenance of a mountain bike and how mountain biking can enhance physical fitness.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1944 - Sport and Games


    This course provides the student with an opportunity to learn assorted lifetime activities such as volleyball, bowling, walking/jogging, swimming, aerobics, and others. The student also develops an understanding of the principles underlying total fitness.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 1947 - Beginning Horseback Riding


    An introductory course designed to teach a student the fundamental skills involved as a beginner rider. Beginners start in Western saddle and evolve into an English saddle. Topics include tack terminology, horse anatomy, basic horse care, common horse ailments and diseases, as well as horsemanship safety. Note: Course related fee applies.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2006 - Intermediate Fencing


    This course will build on the skills developed in Fencing.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2008 - Lifeguard Training


    This course provides lifeguard candidates with the skill and knowledge necessary to keep the patrons of aquatic facilities safe in and around the water. Students who successfully complete requirements may obtain certification.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • KINS 2009 - Advanced Swimming


    This course covers stroke mechanics of Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Elementary Backstroke, Breaststroke and Sidestroke. Rescue and safety techniques, survival skills, and water entries are included. Basic swimming skills are necessary.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2012 - Fitness Swimming


    Students learn how to perform various swim workouts and improve proficiency in stroke techniques as a means of promoting physical fitness. Students are exposed to the various programs available through United States Masters Swimming.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2013 - Advanced Tennis


    This course continues with basic fundamentals and also covers more advanced aspects of the game, such as the volley, lob, overhead smash, and singles and doubles game strategies.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2015 - Advanced Golf


    A course that continues with the basic fundamentals and also covers the more advanced aspects of the game. Students should have a thorough knowledge of the game and the ability to execute the basic fundamentals.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2016 - Intermediate Karate


    Completion of basic martial arts techniques and introduction to intermediate level abilities, including jump kicks, spinning kicks, street defense, combination drills and point sparring. Leads to certification as a green belt.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2018 - Water Safety Instruction


    This course can certify students as Water Safety Instructors. Focus is on stroke proficiencies and different teaching situations. Students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in different swimming skills.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • KINS 2019 - Intermediate Horseback Riding


    This course is designed for the student who has a basic knowledge of horsemanship and riding. Theory of training techniques and their application are introduced. Topics include basic veterinary care, anatomy of the hoof, types of rein and leg aids, and how the horse responds to each.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2020 - Human Nutrition and Food


    Students learn the fundamentals of nutrition for optimum health of the individual during the life cycle from preconception to old age. Emphasis is also placed on clinical and nutritional interventions for a variety of disease states and altered physiology. Thoroughly familiarizes the student with lab procedures, test protocols and the design and implementation of individualized meal plans and nutritional guidelines.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 2034 - Introductory Physiology and Sport Conditioning


    A study of the physiological basis of training factors limiting human performance. Topics include basic exercise science training principles, testing and evaluation of strength, power, speed, reaction time, flexibility, agility, and a survey of basic kinesiology. Includes such topics as neuromuscular function, hormonal control, environmental conditions, nutrition and ergogenic aids.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 2100 - Introduction to Kinesiology


    This course explores kinesiology as an academic discipline, professional/career options, fundamental scientific principles, professional organizations, and professional responsibilities. Specifically, an introductory course for those considering a career as a physical education teacher, personal trainer, strength coach, physical therapist, or other careers related to health, fitness, and sports. Kinesiology majors must complete course with a C or higher.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 2200 - Introduction to Sports Management


    An investigation of the scope of the sport industry which is a growing major business enterprise in the US and in much of the world. The various functions of effective management, and the skills, attributes and roles required of the sport manager are discussed. Attention is focused on how the managerial process relates to sport organizations and the products they provide. Students become acquainted with career opportunities in the sport management field. The course is designed as an overview of sports administration with emphasis on management principles and career opportunities.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 2500 - Personal Training


    Students master the basic exercise science facts, concepts, principles, and skills of developing and implementing individual physical fitness programs within their specialized setting. Emphasis on current test procedures used for determining body fat percentage, maximum oxygen uptake, cardiac stress testing and respiratory efficiency. Thoroughly familiarizes student with lab procedures, test protocol and construction of personalized exercise prescription.

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 2500L - Personal Training Lab


    Students master the basic exercise science facts, concepts, principles, and skills of developing and implementing individual physical fitness programs within their specialized setting and for the apparently healthy adult are emphasized. The guidelines and competencies required for the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s (NSCA) Certified Personal Training certification are emphasized.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Corequisite: KINS 2500

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 2510 - Sport Conditioning Lab


    An introduction to the principles of developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for athletes, teaching them advanced techniques to speed and agility programs, Olympic weight lifting guidelines and methodologies utilized in training specific sport programs.

    Hours:
    2



  
  • KINS 3000 - Movement Integration for the ECE Major


    This course provides opportunities for teacher candidates to learn the basic principles and practices related to health, safety, and physical education. The content is aligned to the Georgia health and physical education standards. Guided field experience is required.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 3003 - Classroom Management


    This course is designed to provide classroom teachers with knowledge and skills for managing the total instructional setting. Emphasis will be placed on developing a comprehensive classroom management plan.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education program

    Corequisite: KINS 3003L

    Hours:
    2



  
  • KINS 3003L - Classroom Management Lab


    A laboratory component of KINS 3003 designed to provide the student practical teaching experiences in managing the total instructional setting and supplementing the lecture material of KINS 3003.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education program

    Corequisite: KINS 3003

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3010 - Flag Football/Basketball


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity-oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3011 - Soccer/Volleyball


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity-oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3012 - Introduction to Strength & Conditioning


    This course is designed to teach the student how to instruct proper technique of weight training exercises, the proper use of various strength training equipment, the anatomy of major muscles and their joint actions, safety precautions in a weight room, and the principles of developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs. The National Strength and Conditioning Association’s (NSCA) guidelines and competencies are emphasized in this course.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite:
    Prerequisite: BIOL 2120K with a grade of C or higher

    Hours:
    3



  
  • KINS 3013 - Educational Gymnastics/Archery


    A course designed to enhance the Physical Education major’s background in aquatic safety. Students will have the opportunity to obtain the American Red Cross Lifeguard certification via the course.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3016 - Baseball/Softball


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity-oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3017 - Team Handball/Speedball


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity-oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3018 - Tennis/Badminton


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3019 - Golf/Track


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in teaching activity-oriented programs.

    Hours:
    1



  
  • KINS 3020 - Hiking/Backpacking/Camping


    A course designed to improve the Physical Education major’s background in outdoor activities. Included in the course are safety concerns/procedures, equipment, no trace camping policies, cooking techniques, and a practical hiking/camping experience.

    Hours:
    1



 

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