The list below offers a representative sample of the courses you can expect in the study of kinesiology at DePauw. From theoretical foundations to practical experiences, these courses provide a full range of educational opportunities at various levels of mastery. For more information about current course offerings or registration details, please consult the Office of the Registrar.
Student-initiated independent project under faculty guidance. Offered as a co-curricular (0 credit) Extended Studies experience.
0 course
This course is provides an in depth examination of skeletal muscle from the molecular to system level function. Skeletal muscle physiology, production of movement, adaptation to increased and decreased use of skeletal muscle, and the physiological response to insults on system integrity are explored. Prerequisites: KINS 353 or permission of the instructor.
KINS 353 or permission of the instructor.
1 course
This course explores the physiological responses and adaptations that humans make resulting from exposure to environmental stressors. Exposure to high environmental temperature, low environmental temperature, hypobaria, hyperbaria, reduced gravitational effects, and air pollution will be considered. Prerequisites: KINS 353 or permission of the instructor.
KINS 353 or permission of the instructor.
1 course
Includes laboratory. Designed to introduce students to the discipline of kinesiology including the major subdisciplines and approaches to studying movement. Laboratory activities are designed to allow for measurement of phenomenon discussed in class, to introduce common laboratory procedures and techniques, and to learn how to collect and analyze data to answer questions of interest in kinesiology.
Science and Mathematics
1 course
Faculty-led domestic and international study and service courses on a theme related to kinesiology that provide students opportunities to explore and experience other cultures, learn in new environments, develop skills not readily acquired elsewhere, and deepen their understanding of the global community. Curricular offerings earn .5 course credit and count toward satisfying the Extended Studies requirement; co-curricular offerings do not carry academic credit but do count toward the Extended Studies requirement.
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On-Campus Extended Studies course related to Kinesiology.
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A seminar focused on a theme related to the study of kinesiology. Open only to first-year students.
1 course
Study of physiological and biomechanical mechanisms underlying both neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory conditioning; acute and chronic adaptations of cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic and neuromuscular systems to exercise stress; and methods of enhancing performance via structured aerobic, anaerobic and resistance training. Also presents techniques associated with anaerobic, aerobic and resistance training, and evaluation.
1 course
An integrated study of the normal function and structure of organs and organ systems in the human organism with some exploration of comparative/ pathophysiology to reinforce concepts of normal physiological function. Topics include examining the fundamental principles of homeostasis, biochemistry, cell biology, and energy metabolism, followed by histology, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: one course in biology or KINS 100.
Science and Mathematics
Prerequisite: one course in biology or KINS 100.
1 course
An integrated study of the normal function and structure of organs and organ systems in the human organism with some exploration of comparative/ pathophysiology to reinforce concepts of normal physiological function. Topics include examining the cardiovascular, endocrine, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive systems. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: KINS 255 or instructor permission.
Science and Mathematics
Prerequisite: KINS 255 or instructor permission.
1 course
An examination of the psychological factors which influence human performance in adults, children and the elderly and the role of gender and race on these psychological factors. In addition, the course involves investigation of the role of psychology in health and exercise. Topics covered include personality, motivation, arousal, anxiety control, psychological skill training in sports,models of behavior change, psychology of injury and other topics.
1 course
Selected topics in Kinesiology; course may be repeated with different topics.
1/2-1 course
(Formerly KINS 409) The science of human motion based on anatomical, mechanical and physiological principles. Laboratory experiences.
1 course
Principles of assessment and exercise program prescription for normal healthy individuals, individuals in sport, and stable disease populations. Laboratory experiences include practical experience in exercise assessment for these populations. Prerequisites: KINS 255 and KINS 256.
KINS 255 and KINS 256
1 course
This course is an overview of the neural mechanisms underlying the control of human movement. Current theories of human motor control are used as a backdrop for the importance that different portions of the nervous system play in creating movement. Prerequisite: KINS 255 and KINS 256. Not open to students with credit in KINS 250.
KINS 255 and KINS 256
1 course
This course delves into the relevant statistics from various sports, including football, soccer, basketball, and hockey. Students will explore how to calculate and interpret common statistics, connecting these metrics to the performance of both past and present athletes. The course also covers the theory, development, and application of sports analytics. Students will learn how to manipulate and wrangle data, utilize data analytics toolkits such as R, and apply predictive modeling and clustering techniques to identify patterns in structured and unstructured data respectively. By the end of the course, students will understand how analytics can be applied to in-game strategy, player performance evaluation, team management, sports operations, and other critical areas within the sports industry. Any introductory statistics will be a good prerequisite for the course. Offered annually in the spring semester.
Any introductory statistics will be a good prerequisite for the course.
1 course
Includes laboratory. Study of physiological factors which influence human performance and the responses of body systems to physical activity. Laboratory emphasizes observation of concepts using the scientific method and developing quantitative skills in data interpretation. Prerequisite: KINS 254 or BIO 335.
KINS 254 or BIO 335
1 course
Application of nutrition to the context of sport and performance; includes macro and micro nutrient manipulation, fluids, supplements, and exercise metabolism.
KINS 255 and KINS 256
1 course
This class will teach students to use the scientific literature to answer a question of their choosing. For the senior capstone, majors identify a scientific question they are interested in, and review the scientific literature, using the evidence-based research process as a guide. Students will write a literature review and ultimately answer their original question in written form. Prerequisites: Major in Kinesiology; senior status; may not be taken pass/fail.
Major in Kinesiology; senior status
1 course
Independent projects under the direction of a kinesiology faculty member. A detailed written project proposal must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the chair of Kinesiology. Prerequisite: Permission of department. May be repeated up to 2 course credits. Not open for pass/fail credit.
Permission of department
1/2-1 course
A continuation of KINS 491.
1/2-1 course
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the kinesiology major and minor at DePauw are housed in the Department of Kinesiology. This department provides a breadth and depth of knowledge of human movement in the context of a strong liberal arts education.
