MCCCD Program Description

Introduction to Exercise Science, Kinesiology, and Physical Education

Course: EXS101

First Term: 2009 Summer I

Lecture 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 3 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Introductory course that will provide the student with a general overview of the disciplines and professions associated with the fields of Exercise Science, Kinesiology and Physical Education. Basic history, philosophy, and theory of each discipline will be examined as well as relevant career potential and options.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe the research process, the scientific method, characteristics and types of sources of research. (I) 2. Identify, locate, and use key resources in the library, computer, software etc. access journals in the field and critique articles from these journals. (II) 3. Identify and define the disciplines, professionals and research areas that are encompassed by the field of exercise science/kinesiology. (III, IV, V, VI) 4. Identify and define the disciplines, professions and research areas encompassed by the field of exercise and wellness. (VII) 5. Identify and define the disciplines, professions and research areas encompassed by the field of physical Education. (VIII) 6. Compare and contrast the basic theories, concepts and historical perspectives that drive each discipline. (III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII) 7. Identify the various career opportunities and professional options associated with each field. (III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII) 8. Compose a plan or course of study leading to a degree in a desired field. (IX)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. The Research Process A. The scientific method B. Characteristics research C. Types of sources II. Using the Library and Technology to Access Resources in Various Disciplines A. Using academic resources B. Learning from the literature III. Physiology of Exercise A. Research conducted in the field B. Careers and professional organizations C. Historical perspectives D. Basic concepts and theories of exercise physiology 1. Energy systems 2. Exercise metabolism 3. Human skeletal muscle 4. Neuroendocrine response to exercise 5. Cardiorespiratory response to exercise 6. Measurement of exercise capacity and body composition 7. Physiological adaptations to training IV. Exercise and Sport Psychology A. Research conducted in the field B. Careers and professional organizations C. Historical perspectives D. Basic concepts and theories of exercise and sport psychology: 1. Exercise and Mental Health 2. Psychology of physical activity behavior 3. Theories of sport psychology 4. Personality V. Motor Behavior A. Research conducted in the field B. Careers and professional organizations C. Historical perspectives D. Basic concepts and theories of motor behavior 1. Motor control 2. Motor development 3. Motor learning VI. Biomechanics A. Research conducted in the field B. Careers and professional organizations C. Historical perspectives D. Basic concepts and theories of biomechanics 1. Kinematics and kinetics 2. Energy 3. Work 4. Power VII. Health Promotion A. Research conducted in the field B. Careers and professional organizations C. Historical perspectives D. Basic concepts and theories of health promotion VIII. Teaching Physical Education A. Research conducted in the field B. Careers and professional organizations C. Historical perspectives D. Basic concepts and theories of teaching physical education IX. Choosing an Area of Specialization A. Completing a degree plan B. Putting it all together

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 5/26/2009

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.