Mar 11, 2025

2024-2025 General Catalog

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Kinesiology: Physical Education Teaching Emphasis BS - 4 Year Degree Plan

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Degree Map Notes

Following is a sample plan. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.
Meet with an academic advisor to create a specific plan that best fits your academic needs.
The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements.
Make sure you meet the registration requirements for each class by clicking the course link and checking any prerequisites or corequisites.
Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student.
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Year 1

Fall Semester (15-17 credits)

ENGL 1010 - Writing as Inquiry (CL1) 3 credit(s)
KIN 2000 - Introduction to Kinesiology 2 credit(s)
KIN 2200 - Skills 2 (Lifetime Activities) 1 credit(s)
KIN 2300 - Skills 3 (Softball, Basketball, Soccer) 1 credit(s)
MATH 1050 - College Algebra (QL) 4 credit(s) or
STAT 1040 - Introduction to Statistics (QL) 3 credit(s) or
STAT 1045 - Introduction to Statistics with Elements of Algebra (QL) 5 credit(s) (see Math Placement ) or
STAT 1080 - Foundations of Data Science (QL) 3 credit(s)
Breadth Social Sciences (BSS) Course (3 credits)
USU 1010 - University Connections 2 credit(s)

Spring Semester (15 credits)

ENGL 2010 - Research and Argument Across Perspectives (CL2) 3 credit(s) or
ENGL 2020 - Professional Communication (CL2) 3 credit(s)
HEP 2000 - First Aid and Emergency Care 2 credit(s) (or appropriate certification)
KIN 2100 - Skills 1 (Swimming, Volleyball, Football) 1 credit(s)
Breadth American Institutions (BAI) Course (3 credits)
Breadth Creative Arts (BCA) Course (3 credits)
Breadth Physical Sciences (BPS) Course (3 credits)

Year 2

Fall Semester (16 credits)

KIN 3000 - Principles of Fitness 3 credit(s) or
PE 3000 - Dynamic Fitness 3 credit(s)
KIN 2500 - Skills 5 (Dance Activities) 1 credit(s)
KIN 3200 - Motor Learning and Technology in Skill Analysis (CI) 3 credit(s)
NDFS 1020 - Science and Application of Human Nutrition (BLS) 3 credit(s)
Elective (3 credits)
Breadth Creative Arts (BCA) Course (3 credits)

Spring Semester (17 credits)

Apply for STEP program this semester. Overall GPA of 2.0 required for STEP.

BIOL 2320 - Human Anatomy 4 credit(s)
Breadth Integrated Studies Course (3 credits)
KIN 2400 - Skills 4 (Tennis, Badminton, Track and Field) 1 credit(s)
KIN 3050 - Physical Education in the Elementary School 3 credit(s)
KIN 3100 - Athletic Injuries 3 credit(s)
Elective (3 credits)

Year 3

Fall Semester (15 credits)

BIOL 2420 - Human Physiology 4 credit(s)
KIN 3250 - Anatomical Kinesiology 3 credit(s)
KIN 4350 - Administration and Classroom Management of Physical Education 2 credit(s)
KIN 4000 - Mental Aspects of Sports Performance 3 credit(s) or
KIN 4500 - Motivational Strategies for Physical Education and Coaching 3 credit(s)
Depth Humanities and Creative Arts (DHA Course (3 credits)

Spring Semester (16 credits)

ITLS 5500 - Integration and Innovation of Technology in Education 3 credit(s)
KIN 4100 - Exercise Physiology 4 credit(s)
SCED 3210 - Educational and Multicultural Foundations (CI/DSS) 3 credit(s)
KIN 4400 - Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology (QI) 3 credit(s)
KIN 3500 - Adapted Physical Education 3 credit(s)

Year 4

Fall Semester (14 credits)

KIN 4300 - Clinical Experience II 1 credit(s)
KIN 4900 - Methods of Physical Education (CI) 3 credit(s)
SCED 5200 - Language, Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas (CI) 3 credit(s)
SPED 4000 - Education of Students with Disabilities 3 credit(s)
Elective (4 credits)

Spring Semester (12 credits)

KIN 5500 - Student Teaching Seminar 2 credit(s)
KIN 5630 - Student Teaching in Secondary Schools 10 credit(s)

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