# Kinesiology (A.A.-T Degree)

Gavilan College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Kinesiology

Source: https://gavilan.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/4089/4138/4191

Upon completion of this degree, students will be prepared to transfer into the CSU system to pursue a BA/BS in Kinesiology. It is the desire of the Kinesiology and Athletics Department to contribute to the continued growth and development of each student by providing opportunities that advance the physical, mental, social, and emotional rewards that result from a comprehensive experience in higher education.

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements:

(1) Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

Title 5 section 55063(a) also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis, or a "P" if the course was taken on a 'pass-no-pass' basis.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Describe and critically analyze the role of physical activity within the discipline of Kinesiology and its impact on health, society and quality of life.
2.  Explain, identify and/or demonstrate the theoretical and/or specific principles that can be used to address issues or problems in the sub-disciplines of Kinesiology.
3.  Identify and demonstrate critical elements of motor skill performance and learning through competent understanding of the skeletal and muscular structures of the human body.
4.  Utilize written and oral communication that meets appropriate professional and scientific standards in Kinesiology.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Core Courses: 15 units, including Movement Based Courses** | |  |
| KIN 2 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 |
| BIO 7 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIO 9 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| **Movement Based Courses – Select a maximum of one (1) course from any three (3) of the following areas for a maximum of three (3 units):** | |  |
| **Aquatics (1 unit):** | |  |
| KIN 16A | Swimming - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 61A | Swim for Fitness - Level 1 | 1 |
| **Combatives (1 unit)** | |  |
| KIN 39 | Fencing | 1 |
| KIN 71A | Self-Defense - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 83 | Karate | 1 |
| **Dance (1 unit):** | |  |
| KIN 88A | Social Dance - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 88B | Social Dance - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 66A | Dance Fundamentals - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 66B | Dance Fundamentals - Intermediate | 1 |
| **Fitness (1 unit)** | |  |
| KIN 24A | Individualized Weight Training - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 24B | Individualized Weight Training - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 44A | Core and Cardio - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 44B | Core and Cardio - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 62A | Yoga - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 62B | Yoga - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 64A | Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 64B | Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 68A | Bootcamp Fitness - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 68B | Bootcamp Fitness - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 70A | Pilates - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 70B | Pilates - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 73A | Fitness Through Dance - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 73B | Fitness Through Dance - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 74A | Hiking - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 74B | Hiking - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 81A | Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 81B | Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 82A | Circuit Training - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 82B | Circuit Training - Level 2 | 1 |
| KIN 89A | Stability Ball Training - Level 1 | 1 |
| KIN 89B | Stability Ball Training - Level 2 | 1 |
| **Individual Sports (1 unit)** | |  |
| KIN 17A | Golf - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 17B | Golf - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 18A | Tennis - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 18B | Tennis - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 19A | Badminton - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 19B | Badminton - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 20A | Bowling - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 20B | Bowling - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 31A | Archery - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 31B | Archery - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 79A | Indoor Racket Sports - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 79B | Indoor Racket Sports - Intermediate | 1 |
| **Team Sports (1 unit)** | |  |
| KIN 80A | Ultimate Frisbee - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 87 | Indoor Soccer | 1 |
| KIN 121A | Volleyball - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 121B | Volleyball - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 125A | Soccer - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 125B | Soccer - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 127A | Basketball - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 127B | Basketball - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 137A | Softball - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 137B | Softball - Intermediate | 1 |
| KIN 165A | Baseball - Beginning | 1 |
| KIN 165B | Baseball - Intermediate | 1 |
| ATH 21 | Volleyball | 1 |
| ATH 25 | Soccer | 1 |
| ATH 27 | Basketball | 1 |
| ATH 37 | Softball | 1 |
| ATH 77 | Football | 1 |
| **Select 6 units from the following: (These courses may also count toward GE Requirements.)** | |  |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry | 5 |
| CHEM 30A | Elementary Chemistry | 4 |
| PHYS 2A | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 4A | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 4 |
| AH 30 | First Aid and CPR | 3 |
| **Total** | | **** |