Kinesiology

Catalog description

A study of human musculoskeletal anatomy and biomechanics, emphasizing how joint structures and muscles influence movement. Topics include Newton’s laws of motion, kinetic and kinematic principles, and methods of analyzing human movement. Applications focus on improving performance, enhancing technique, and reducing injury through biomechanical principles. Prerequisite: BSC 251 OR BSC 2401 OR HHPK 290 with a minimum grade of C. 2.5 GPA.