# Kinesiology (KIN) courses

Palo Verde College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 2 courses

Source: https://catalog.paloverde.edu/index.php?catoid=2

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### KIN 100 — Introduction to Kinesiology

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly
- **Transfers to:** CSU
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section listed as KIN-100 (/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/fall-2026/kin.md); Spring 2027, 1 section listed as KIN-100 (/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/spring-2027/kin.md)
- Student Learning Outcomes: Identify the fundamental concepts of basic movement Identify the relationship between physical activity and the conceptual foundations of the sub-disciplines Identify the pathways and requirements for career opportunities in the field.
- General Education: Not approved for General Education
- Course Duration (Weeks): 18

This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary approach to the study of human movement. An introduction and overview of the importance of the sub-disciplines in Kinesiology; motor learning/control, motor development, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport/exercise psychology, and sport nutrition will be discussed along with career opportunities in the areas of teaching, coaching, allied health, and fitness professions

### KIN 101 — First Aid and CPR

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Student Learning Outcomes: Understand and apply basic first aid and safety principles. Acquire the ability to recognize and identify signs and symptoms requiring first aid attention. Apply CPR techniques and properly use an AED, as delineated by the American Heart Association.
- General Education: Not approved for General Education
- Course Duration (Weeks): 18

This course involves the theory and detailed demonstration of the first aid care of the injured. The student will learn to assess a victim's condition and incorporate proper treatment. Standard first aid, CPR, and AED certification(s) will be granted upon successful completion of requirements.