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| KN355 2013-1 | FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY | 3.5 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE A knowledge of basic and applied anatomy is essential to the study of human beings engaged in motor performance. An individual who understands the anatomical bases that underlie human movement and who can systematically analyze movement and determine interventions is more likely to improve technique and reduce the risk of injury. Therefore, this course is designed to introduce the structures of human anatomy and explain how these structures are involved in human movement. In support of class room instruction cadets will be introduced to basic laboratory techniques and collection, analysis and interpretation of data demonstrating anatomical and mechanical function of muscles, joints, and limbs. On successful completion of the course, cadets should be able to identify and understand the anatomical structures essential for human movement and apply their anatomical knowledge to human movement problems in athletic, educational, clinical, and/or work settings. |
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| KN360 2011-2 | BIOMECHANICS OF HUMAN MOVEMENT | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE A knowledge of basic and applied biomechanics is essential to the study of human beings engaged in motor performance. An individual who understands the mechanical bases that underlie human movement and who can systematically analyze movement and determine interventions is more likely to improve technique and reduce the risk of injury. Specifically, this course will provide cadets with: 1) a basic knowledge of the biomechanical foundations of human movement; 2) the knowledge and skills necessary to complete a systematic analysis and evaluation of human motor performance; and, 3) the ability to determine and provide interventions that are likely to improve movement. |
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| KN365 2020-1 | NUTRITION | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE Performance Nutrition is designed to teach the basic concepts and functions of nutrition as well as their application to human performance. This includes emphasis in food chemistry, digestion, absorption, and utilization of nutrients, nutrient timing, and nutritive supplementation. |
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| KN455 2021-2 | PSYCHOLOGY OF EXERCISE | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course comprehensively examines theory and research related to exercise psychology, and introduces sport psychology as an associated discipline. The course is designed to provide a broad overview of exercise psychology and increase understanding of how psychological factors influence adherence and performance in exercise and sport. Additionally, the course addresses associated topics including addictive and unhealthy behaviors, burnout and overtraining, aggression in sport, and character development through sport. |
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| KN460 2011-1 | EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY | 3.5 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course is designed to apply the principles of chemistry, physics, anatomy, and physiology towards an understanding of the impact of work on the human body Study will include both mechanical and physiological response to acute bouts of work and functional adaptation to repeated bouts of work. In support of class room instruction students will be introduced to basic laboratory techniques and collection, analysis and interpretation of physiological data. In addition, material will be presented that will emphasize the influence of age, disease-states, or the environment on the physiological response as a clue to physiological mechanisms and significance. |
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| KN465 2013-2 | MOTOR CONTROL AND LEARNING | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course will present the principles underlying the control and learning of motor skills. Central, neural, and sensory mechanisms that facilitate or inhibit the production, control, acquisition, retention, and transfer of motor skills will be discussed. Emphasis is given to a sound theoretical base from which to design and implement optimal learning and performance conditions. Motor control variables such as motor programs, brain systems, the spinal cord, musculoskeletal factors, and visual systems are explored. Motor learning/performance variables such as transfer, modeling, feedback, practice schedule, mental practice, memory, and attention will be discussed. The course employs lecture, a literature review on a topic of interest in the field, and research methods to understand motor behavior principles. |
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| KN470 2013-1 | FITNESS ASSESSMENT AND RX | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course is designed to increase theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of the administrative, medical, and biological aspects of developing physical competency through physical activity and exercise. Students will apply the scientific theories behind exercise assessment and prescription towards developing functional independence across the spectrum of activities for daily living, recreation, sports performance, and prevention and rehabilitation of disease covering various populations across the life span. |
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| KN475 2024-2 | MUSCULAR FUNCTION & ADAPTATION | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course is designed to expose students to the physiology of muscular function and adaptation associated with a fundamentally sound resistance and conditioning program. The course will emphasize the description, assessment, and analysis of sport movement. It will facilitate student understanding of the design of progressive resistance training programs to enhance performance variables, bridging theory to practice. Basic anatomy will be reviewed, and muscle function and adaptation will be the focus, to include how muscle responds to training, detraining, and overtraining. |
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| KN480 2010-2 | T/P OF ADVANCED PERFORMANCE | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This integrative experience course was designed to provide cadets with advanced content knowledge in human adaptation to exercise and to serve as the USMA Integrative Experience. KN480 will address the overarching academic program goal: "to anticipate and respond effectively to the uncertainties of a changing technological, social, political, and economic world." |
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| KN485 2008-2 | TOPICS: EXERCISE/SPORT SCIENCE | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in exercise and sport sciences not offered elsewhere in the USMA curriculum. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the Visiting Professor, Rotating PhD, or a senior DPE faculty member. |
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| KN491 2017-1 | INDIV RESEARCH IN KINESIOLOGY | 1.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This elective course provides an opportunity for a cadet to conduct an in-depth research project, study program, or special project in exercise and sport science. The cadet will formalize a proposal, develop a viable research plan, and conduct the project under the guidance and supervision of a faculty advisor. The Director - Human Performance Laboratory will approve all individual research projects. The course will require a commitment of approximately 40 hours. |
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| KN492 2017-1 | INDIV RESEARCH IN KINESIOLOGY | 2.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This elective course provides an opportunity for a cadet to conduct an in-depth research project, study program, or special project in exercise and sport science. The cadet will formalize a proposal, develop a viable research plan, and conduct the project under the guidance and supervision of a faculty advisor. The Director - Human Performance Laboratory will approve all individual research projects. The course will require a commitment of approximately 80 hours. |
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| KN493 2017-1 | INDIV RESEARCH IN KINESIOLOGY | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This elective course provides an opportunity for a cadet to conduct an in-depth research project, study program, or special project in exercise and sport science. The cadet will formalize a proposal, develop a viable research plan, and conduct the project under the guidance and supervision of a faculty advisor. The Director - Human Performance Laboratory will approve all individual research projects. The course will require a commitment of approximately 120 hours. |
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| KN495 2010-2 | HONORS THESIS | 3.0 (BS=0.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0) |
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| SCOPE This course provides Kinesiology majors with an opportunity to enhance their skills in clinical research and analysis. Under the supervision of a thesis advisor, cadets will implement the research proposal developed in KN493. Cadets will meet regularly as a group with their seminar advisors to discuss issues in design, methodology, and data analysis. At the end of the semester cadets will present their findings and defend their theses before a committee of faculty and fellow students. |
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