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University of Central Arkansas
Undergraduate Bulletin 2006 - 2008

Undergraduate Bulletin
Document Number 3.04.04

Kinesiology and Physical Education

Chair and Associate Professor: Dr. Howell, 450-3148
Professors: Dr. Hattlestad
Assistant Professors: Dr. McCarthy, Dr. Wayda
Instructors: Mr. Crawford, Ms.Epping, Mrs. Eskola, Dr. Fitzhugh, Mr. Hervey, Mr. Hornor, Ms. Lewers, Mr. McNamara, Mr. Monagan, Mr. Moreno, Mr. Strickland, Mrs. Wilcox

[1] Purposes

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The objectives of the instructional program of the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education are separated into two areas of responsibility:

  1. The department contributes to the general education of all students in the university through courses designed to establish a program of activity with primary emphasis on the development of lifetime physical fitness and knowledge and appreciation of movement, games, and sports.
  2. Professional preparation at the undergraduate and graduate levels is provided for students desiring to (a) teach physical education and/or coach within the public schools, (b) serve as athletic trainers, or (c) work in the corporate/community fitness sector or recreational agencies.

[2] Baccalaureate Degree Programs

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[2.1] Major Programs

Follow these links for information about the department's baccalaureate degree programs:

[2.2] Minor in KPED

Note: The Bachelor of Science in Education minor, with an emphasis offered at the secondary level, is currently under review and revision. For further information, contact the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education 450-3148.

[3] Departmental Fitness, Portfolio, and Proficiency Requirements

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[3.1] BSE and BS P-8 and 7-12 Degrees

Fitness Test. All kinesiology and physical education majors must complete a physical fitness test administered by the department. Test items include pull-ups for men and modified pull-ups for women, 1.5 mile run, sit and reach, sit-ups, and measurement of body composition. The test is administered Monday through Friday by appointment in the Assessment Room located in the Fitness Center in the Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Center. An exercise prescription is developed for any student failing to meet minimum standards on all items. Students may re-test as many times as desired. Successful completion of this test is required for admission to the PETE or KPED program. Failure to pass this test in a timely manner jeopardizes enrollment in upper-division kinesiology course work. Deadlines for passing the fitness test are listed in the section for the relevant degree program; see BSE deadlines and BS deadlines.

Portfolio. All kinesiology and physical education majors must complete and present a developmental portfolio to two kinesiology and physical education faculty in the semester the student has earned or is in the process of earning a minimum of 50 semester hours but has completed less than 69 semester hours. All kinesiology and physical education majors must complete and present a showcase portfolio to the kinesiology and physical education faculty during the semester the student applies for graduation. A faculty member selected by the student from a designated faculty list and one faculty member appointed by the department will evaluate the showcase portfolio. Deadlines for submission and completion of the developmental and showcase portfolios are listed in the section for the relevant degree program; see BSE deadlines and BS deadlines.

Proficiencies. All kinesiology majors will be expected to show proficiency in seven sports. Proficiencies will be required in a minimum of two team sports; two individual sports; and one dance, one fitness, and one outdoor education and recreational games. A student must take the related teaching course in order to earn a proficiency. It is the student's responsibility to verify with the instructor that a proficiency has been earned at the conclusion of a course or to identify the areas that are deficient. A proficiency must be earned in conjunction with the course or within a maximum of one calendar year following successful completion of the course.

 

[3.2] BS Athletic Training

Portfolio. All athletic training majors must complete and present a developmental portfolio to athletic training faculty in the semester the student has earned or is in the process of earning a minimum of 50 semester hours but has completed less than 69 semester hours. Two faculty members appointed by the department to evaluate the developmental portfolio. All athletic training majors must complete and present a showcase portfolio to the athletic training faculty during the semester the student applies for gradation. An ATEP faculty member selected by the student and one ATEP faculty member appointed by the department will evaluate the showcase portfolio. Deadlines for submission and completion of the developmental and showcase portfolio are listed on-line on the athletic training home page at www.edu/divisions/academic/kped/index2.html

Proficiency. All athletic training majors will be expected to show proficiency in one sport before they will be approved for graduation. One proficiency will be required from the following courses: KPED 1125 or 1135. The student must take the related course in order to earn proficiency. It is the student's responsibility to verify with the instructor that a proficiency has been earned at the conclusion of a course or to identify the areas that are deficient. A proficiency must be earned in conjunction with the course or within a maximum of one calendar year following successful completion of the course.

 

[4] Master's Degree Program

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See Graduate Bulletin.

[5] Courses Offered by the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education

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Follow these links to course descriptions: