Catalog 2010-2011 - South Texas College

◆KINE 1301INTRODUCTION TO KINESIOLOGYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an orientation to the field ofkinesiology, its scope, organization of professionalactivities, vocational opportunities and professionalqualifications.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1304PERSONAL HEALTH AND WELLNESSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a survey of factors involved in humanphysical and psychological wellness. Disorders arisingfrom mutagenic, teratogenic infections, environment andlifestyle behaviors will be studied.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1305COMMUNITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTHCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the fundamentalprinciples, concepts, strategies, applications, andcontemporary trends related to understanding communityhealth resources and environmental issues/safeguards.The course focuses on developing an awarenessand understanding of health trends, health educationopportunities, school and community health programs,public health agencies, and state/federal governmentresources related to public health and the environment.The breadth and seriousness of current health andenvironmental conditions facing U.S. communities anddiverse populations is also stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1306FIRST AID AND SAFETYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides basic knowledge for safe andeffective living. The essential aspects of home, work,motor vehicle and public safety will be covered. Boththeoretical and practical aspects of emergency care willbe included. Standard First Aid, Personal Safety andCardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) are covered.Certification upon completion of the course is basedupon American Red Cross standards.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1308SPORTS OFFICIATING ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the theory,strategy, terminology, rules and applications of sportsofficiating for team sports with certification as theintended outcome. Emphasis is placed on the importanceof physical conditioning and increasing studentknowledge/appreciation of basketball, football, baseball,softball, and other appropriate sports. Promoting thecourse as an enjoyable, practical and viable life-longfitness or recreational avocation is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1309SPORTS OFFICIATING IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides an introduction to the theory,strategy, terminology, rules and applications of sportsofficiating for team sports with certification as theintended outcome. Emphasis is placed on the importanceof physical conditioning and increasing studentknowledge/appreciation of volleyball, soccer, tennis,and other appropriate sports. Promoting the course asand enjoyable, practical and viable life-long fitness orrecreational avocation is stressed.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1321TECHNIQUES OF COACHING SPORTS ICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course provides instruction in fundamental skillsof coaching, organization of practices, and handling ofteams during competitive seasons of sport. Emphasis isplaced on the ability of the coach to teach and exerciseleadership. Topics include the history, theories, andphilosophies of competitive sports.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1322TECHNIQUES FOR COACHING SPORTS IICRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course is a continuation of KINE 1321 and includesadvanced theories and philosophies of coaching.Prerequisite: KINE 1321.◆KINE 1331KINESIOLOGY FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers physical education for elementaryeducation majors. It includes an orientation to the fieldof kinesiology, physical fitness and sport, vocationalopportunities, and a detailed analysis of fundamentalprinciples, content, and curriculum of the elementaryschool kinesiology program.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 1333RHYTHM SKILLSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the fundamental theory andconcepts of rhythm activities with an emphasis onskill development, programs, planning, fitness andleadership. Emphasis will be on dance, martial arts,pilates, and yoga.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1336INTRODUCTION TO RECREATION ACTIVITIESCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the fundamental theory and conceptsof recreational activities with an emphasis on skilldevelopment, programs, planning, fitness and leadership.Emphasis will be on backpacking, cycling, orienteering,swimming, and rock climbing.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1338CONCEPTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESSCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course covers the concepts and use of selectedphysiological variables of fitness, Individual testing andconsultation and the organization of sports and fitnessprograms.Prerequisite: Kinesiology majors only.◆KINE 1346DRUG USE AND ABUSE IN SOCIETYCRT HRS:03 LEC HRS:03 LAB HRS:00This course focuses on the study of the use and abuseof drugs and other harmful substances in today’s societyfrom historical and contemporary perspectives. Emphasisis placed on the physiological, sociological, economic,psychological, medical, ethical, and legal factorsassociated with substance abuse. Particular attention andstudy will be devoted to the impact of alcohol, tobacco,narcotics, and sports enhancement drugs on varioussegments of society. An overview of intervention andtreatment programs will also be explored.Prerequisite: None.◆KINE 2255WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTORCRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02This advanced aquatic activity course focuses onadvanced knowledge, skills, and strategies leading towardCourse Descriptions269