Kinesiology: Lecture
15 courses · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
KINLEC 2 Introduction to Athletic Training
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 40-45 Lecture, 24-27 Laboratory
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will cover concepts of prevention, recognition, emergency care, evaluation, management, treatment and rehabilitation and reconditioning resulting from physical activity and athletics. Legal and ethical issues, professionalism, organization and administration of a sports medicine facility. This course is focused on preparing those interested in becoming Athletic Trainers and Coaches.
KINLEC 3 Sports in Film
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course examines sports films as cultural, philosophical, and narrative texts that communicate societal values, ethical dilemmas, and human experiences. Students analyze how sports cinema and documentaries represent race, gender, sexuality, class, identity, and community while exploring the historical, political, and cultural contexts that shape these narratives. Emphasis is placed on interpreting the thematic, symbolic, and literary elements of U.S. sports films to understand how civilization and cultural traditions express meaning, belief systems, and human values through storytelling and cinematic representation.
KINLEC 11 Theory and Digital Analysis of Football
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 32-36 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Comprehensive video review of football techniques. Video tape from four-year colleges, community colleges, and high schools will be reviewed and analyzed. Theories of football plays, strategies, positioning, and techniques. For kinesiology majors who want to coach football.
KINLEC 15 Diet and Fitness
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A holistic approach to fitness, including the study of nutrition, disease prevention, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, stress management, eating disorders, substance abuse, and considerations of aging on the body.
KINLEC 16 First Aid
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- KIN 101
This course involves the theory and detailed demonstration of first aid care of the injured. The student will learn to assess a victim’s condition and incorporate proper treatment. Standard first aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification(s) will be granted upon successful completion of requirements.
KINLEC 17 First Aid & Emergency Response to Community Disasters
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Prepares the participant to make appropriate decisions in an emergency situation to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequence of sudden injury or illness until more advanced medical help can arrive. Course covers triage, professional CPR for adult, child and infant, use of automated external defibrillators, OSHA guidelines for the isolation of blood-borne pathogens in the workplace, open/closed wounds, broken bones, drowning, childbirth, spinal injuries. Those who successfully complete this course will be awarded an American Red Cross certificate, which qualifies the holder to be entered into the National American Red Cross database to be called in the case of disasters. Holders of the certificate are also qualified to work at First Aid stations at public events such as sporting events, concerts, and parades.
KINLEC 18 Introduction to Kinesiology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- KIN 100
This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary study of human movement. An overview of the importance of the sub-disciplines in kinesiology will be discussed along with career opportunities in the areas of teaching, coaching, allied health, and fitness professions.
KINLEC 19 Practical Applications in Athletic Training I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 16-18 Lecture, 48-54 Laboratory
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: KINLEC 2
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the first course in the Practical Applications in Athletic Training series. Course provides students with the opportunity to observe and learn the basic principles and protocols of athletic training during day-to-day sports activities in a supervised lab setting. Basic athletic training room and event observation with an emphasis on prevention, care, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for the lower extremity. Helps prepare students for transfer to a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training program.
KINLEC 21 Practical Applications in Athletic Training II
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 16-18 Lecture, 48-54 Laboratory
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: KINLEC 19
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the second course in the Practical Applications in Athletic Training series. Course provides students with the opportunity to observe and learn the basic principles and protocols of athletic training during day-to-day sports activities in a supervised lab setting. Basic athletic training room and event observation with an emphasis on prevention, care, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for the upper extremity. Helps prepare students for transfer to a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training program.
KINLEC 22 Practical Applications in Athletic Training III
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 16-18 Lecture, 72-81 Laboratory
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: KINLEC 21
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is the third course in the Practical Applications in Athletic Training series. Course provides students with the opportunity to observe and learn the advanced principles and protocols of athletic training during day-to-day sports activities in a supervised lab setting. Advanced athletic training room and event observation with an emphasis on prevention, care, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for the upper and lower extremity. Helps prepare students for transfer to a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training program. This course is a continuation of KINLEC-21.
KINLEC 24 Biomechanics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Advisory
- BIOL 20
- Transfers to
- CSU
An introductory study of anatomical and mechanical analysis of motion as it pertains to exercise and sport. Students will study muscles, joints, bones, nerves and muscle analysis of movement patterns.
KINLEC 32 Outdoor Adventures
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 16-18 Lecture, 48-54 Laboratory
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduces the techniques of environmentally-sensitive backpacking, selection and evaluation of backpacking equipment and its use, group planning, conditioning, back country safety and first-aid, and survival information. Team work and leadership skills appropriate for the back country are introduced. Field trips are required.
KINLEC 601 Personal Training Certification Prep
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: KINLEC 602 and; KINLEC 603
This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry. Key topics covered include fitness assessment, training adaptations, exercise and equipment selection, training techniques, program design, and working with special populations.
KINLEC 602 Applied Foundations of Fitness Instruction and Personal Training
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: KINLEC 601 and; KINLEC 603
This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry. Throughout the course, students will engage with key topics such as fitness assessment, training adaptations, exercise and equipment selection, training techniques, program design, and working with special populations. Students will apply these principles, practicing fitness instruction and personal training to build hands-on experience and develop their skills.
KINLEC 603 Personal Training Career Experience-Internship
- Units
- 0
- Corequisite
- Concurrent Enrollment in: KINLEC 601 and; KINLEC 602
This internship course provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fitness industry by working directly with clients in a professional training setting. Under the guidance of experienced trainers and mentors, students will apply their knowledge of fitness assessment, program design, exercise techniques, and client interaction to real-world situations. Throughout the internship, students will develop essential skills in communication, client motivation, and professional conduct, while refining their ability to create personalized fitness programs. This course is designed to prepare students for successful careers as certified personal trainers, offering valuable experience and insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of the profession.