Kinesiology

Catalog description

This course begins the process of applying the theory of human kinetics to human movement. The course includes movement analysis, hands-on assessment and training of movement of muscles and muscle groups, assessment of posture and the impact on coordination and balance in assisting clients to move from surface to surface, proper body mechanics, ergonomics and an introduction to gait analysis. Labs provide an opportunity to use the information presented in class in a dynamic and interactive way.