Goshen College

KIN 102 First Aid & CPR 1
The course will provide an introduction to first aid, practical experience in basic first aid skills, first aid for specific sport injuries and a practical guide to sport related liability. Successful completion of the course results in certification for one year.

KIN 103 Basic Athletic Training 2
This course is valuable to anyone who plans to coach or pursue future certification in athletic training. Topics covered include: emergency procedures, evaluation and management of injuries to the foot, ankle, knee, shoulder, elbow and hand. Students learn taping techniques.

KIN 200 Aerobic Conditioning 1
Aerobic Conditioning

KIN 206 Badminton 1
Badminton

KIN 210 Canoeing/Backpacking 1
Canoeing/Backpacking

KIN 214 Cross Country Skiing 1
Cross Country Skiing

KIN 216 Cycling 1
Cycling

KIN 224 International Folk Dance 1
International Folk Dance

KIN 226 Life Guard Training 1
Life Guard Training

KIN 230 Racquetball 1
Racquetball

KIN 232 Beginning Swimming 1
Beginning Swimming

KIN 234 Advanced Swimming 1
Advanced Swimming

KIN 236 Tennis 1
Tennis

KIN 240 Water Safety Instruction 2
Water Safety Instruction

KIN 242 Weight Training 1
Weight Training

KIN 250 Introduction to Kinesiology 3
This course provides an introduction to the field of kinesiology and includes an overview and history of kinesiology, physical education, sport and exercise science. The timeline begins with early civilization and continues through modern events including the Olympics. Additionally, a variety of philosophical approaches and their implications are discussed.

KIN 255 Camping and Recreation 3
Students will have hands-on experience in a wilderness setting. They will learn a variety of skills including: trip planning, map and compass reading, environmental care and study, spiritual growth and leadership skills. Other skills will be related specifically to either backpacking and/or canoeing.

KIN 259 Intercollegiate Softball 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 260 Intercollegiate Baseball 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 261 Intercollegiate Basketball 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 262 Intercollegiate Cross Country 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 264 Intercollegiate Golf 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 265 Intercollegiate Soccer 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 266 Intercollegiate Tennis 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 267 Intercollegiate Track 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 268 Intercollegiate Volleyball 1
Open only to members of this intercollegiate sports team.

KIN 269 Sports Medicine Practicum 1
For this practicum, the student will work with the Head Athletic Trainer, expanding first aid and CPR proficiencies and completing basic duties in the training room with sports teams. The level of responsibility assigned will be individualized based on certifications, knowledge base and experience.

KIN 308 Teaching Sport Skills & Strategies 3
This is an applied course focusing on skill techniques and strategies in a variety of sports. Content includes theory, best practice in secondary level pedagogy and skill content. There is a special focus on organization and management for teaching, skill progressions, and common problems/corrections of basic and intermediate-level skills and tactics.

KIN 309 Physical Education for Children 3 (2-3)
Philosophy, methods and materials for teaching physical education to children. Some practical experience with children included. While this course is open to any student, there is a clear focus on preparing students to teach elementary physical education.

KIN 310 Sport Management 2
A focus on administrative practices in the areas of legal responsibility, personnel, finance, public relations, equipment, facilities, intramurals and athletics. Sociological and psychological issues related to leadership roles in physical education and sport are included.

KIN 311 Physical Educ Teaching Internship 3
This course is designed to make sure teacher licensure students have a significant field experience at the elementary and secondary levels by the completion of their programs. If a student plans to complete the education student teaching experience (Educ 405) at the secondary level, this internship should be completed with an elementary school teacher and vice versa. Prerequisite: Kin 308 or 309.

KIN 315 Applied Biomechanics 3
A consideration of the anatomical and mechanical factors contributing to skilled performance in sport. Laws and principles from anatomy and physics that govern the use of the human body, objects and implements in a sport context are applied to the analysis of sport skill techniques. Prerequisite: Biol 203 or 204.

KIN 317 Exercise Physiology 3
A study of how the human body adjusts during various kinds of exercise and adapts as a result of a regular exercise program. Laboratory equipment will be used when analyzing neuromuscular activity, circulation, respiration and metabolism as it applies to the trained and untrained. Prerequisitet: Biol 203 or 204.

KIN 320 Adaptive Physical Activity & Sport 3
This course, required for all physical education teacher licensure and general physical education majors, will examine attitudes, methods, techniques, and special considerations important in addressing physical activity needs and interests of children and adolescents with disabilities. Critical aspects of motor development will be studied early in the semester, followed by adaptive programming and leadership of physical activity in inclusive settings. A concurrent field placement will be a required part of the class.

KIN 330 Motor Learning 3
This course addresses concepts in the sub-discipline of motor behavior, primarily focusing on motor learning theory and psychological variables in the acquisition of motor skills. In completing this course, students will examine the nature of the learner, the learning process, the skill context, and characteristics of the task to gain information for the design of optimal motor skill learning experiences and practice.

KIN 345 Theory & Techniques of Coaching 3
The course will present an overview of basic theories and coaching applications, including topics such as philosophy, psychology, ethics, practice and game preparation. This course includes preparation for and an opportunity to take the American Sport Education Program certification exam. ASEP certification is required for coaching in Indiana and other state public school systems.

KIN 351 Event Management Practicum 1
Student works closely with the director of athletics in event management. Most events will be athletic or intramural events, but others occurring in the RFC may be included. Student outcomes include leadership, communication, and collaboration with a variety of parties. The student is expected to participate as a leader at the event, hosting guests in an appropriate manner, enforcing policy, and overseeing operation so event flows smoothly. Activities may include scheduling workers, supervising and assisting with event set-up and take down, promotion and promotional events, and problem solving, Verification of at least 40 hours of satisfactory level work (or above) must be accumulated in this practical experience along with demonstration of all outcomes listed on the syllabus.

KIN 352 Personal Training Practicum 1
Students will work with a certified personal trainer to conduct basic fitness screenings and assessments, and then to develop programs with clients based on their goals and interests. The student will phase into full responsibility for conducting personal training sessions with individual clients under the guidance of the expert. Verification of at least 40 hours of satisfactory level work (or above) must be accumulated in this practical experience along with the demonstration of all outcomes listed on the syllabus. Content of this practicum directly associated with Kin 400 Exercise Prescription.

KIN 353 Group Instruction Practicum 1
In this practicum experience students will work with a group fitness instructor in leading exercise classes such as aerobic dance, step aerobics, spinning, conditioning, strength and flexibility classes. Student will study techniques for directing classes and will phase into full responsibility for fitness class. Verification of at least 40 hours of satisfactory level work (or above) must be accumulated in this practical experience along with the demonstration of all outcomes listed on the syllabus. Content of this practicum directly associated with Kin 400 Exercise Prescription.

KIN 354 Facility Management Practicum 1
Students work with the director of the Roman-Gingerich Recreation and Fitness Center in management aspects of this facility. Content is based in sport management (Kin 310) areas of facility design, maintenance and administration. Responsibilities include scheduling of rooms, communication and customer service activities with clients (community and student), financial transaction, problem-solving, and policy enforcement among others. The outcomes are related to giving leadership and direction at a level above a "front desk" worker. Verification of at least 40 hours of satisfactory level work (or above) must be accumulated in this practical experience along with the demonstration of all outcomes listed on the syllabus.

KIN 360 Teaching Health Concepts 3
The majority of the class will focus on content knowledge development on identified health concepts and the pedagogical aspects of teaching health. Students will be required to develop lesson plans linked to K-12 health standards and will practice specific methods of teaching health in the classroom. There will be an emphasis on making topics engaging and meaningful for students at various developmental levels.

KIN 375 Exercise Testing 2
In this course, students learn exercise testing protocols, procedures and techniques recommended by the American College of Sport Medicine. Ideally, this course should be taken prior to KIN 400: Exercise Prescription since the material is closely associated. Testing and evaluation should occur prior to exercise program development and prescription. A student doing well in this class is more likely to pass the ACSM Personal Trainer certification than one who does not. Certification may require additional materials and study time.

KIN 400 Exercise Prescription 3
Students will learn how to conduct basic health screenings, risk stratification and practical fitness appraisals for the purpose of developing appropriate fitness programs for individuals. The emphasis will be on working with a client to assist him/her in the achievement of fitness goals, exercise compliance, and health behavior change. Special exercise considerations, recommendations and contraindications for a variety of populations (overweight/obese, pediatric, elderly, pregnancy, diabetes, etc.) will be examined so students can develop appropriate programs and understand safety concerns. Issues of liability in exercise settings will be addressed.

KIN 409 Internship 2
A practical experience related to the student's interest and ability. Generally occurs in an off-campus setting. For non-teaching majors only.

KIN 410 Senior Seminar 3
An introductrion to descriptive and inferential statistics and test analysis in physical education. Research methods in physical education; selection of a research problem, collection of data, basic analysis, written and oral presentation of findings. Course includes the consideration of professional and ethical issues in physical education. Students will finalize resumes and practice interviewing skills as welll. Required for all senior physical education and exercise science majors.

KIN 415 School and Community Health 3
An overview of community health issues and agencies. Also, components of a Coordinated School Health Program (CSHP) including comprehensive school health education, physical education, school health services, nutrition services, counseling and social services, healthy school environment, school-site health promotion for staff, family and community involvement.

KIN 420 Health Practicum 2
Students will work with several different units identified in the Coordinated School Health Program and to practice teaching health in a public school setting. Cooperating staff/teachers in the school will include a health educator and as many of the following as feasible: school nurse, guidance counselor, director of food services, diabetic educator, and person on campus responsible for health/safety. Prerequisite: Kin 360 or 415.