Kinesiology, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Banner Code: 1_AAT_KIN
Control Number: 31334
Financial Aid Eligible
Students graduating with an Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer Degree are well positioned to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar major within the California State University system with 60 units of upper-division coursework. Students who complete the Kinesiology AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Please consult a counselor for more information.
Program Outcomes
- Identify and describe major concepts, theoretical principles, empirical findings, and historical and current trends in kinesiology.
- Know, comprehend and apply scientific principles to movement, exercise and sport, including the demonstration of knowledge and skill in fitness activities, aquatics, combatives, individual sports and/or team sports.
- Analyze and evaluate how anatomical and physiological systems impact human movement.
- Students will be eligible and prepared for admission (SB 1440 and Education Code 66746) to California State University system schools.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalog. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
- Certified completion of the Cal-GETC/Breadth.
- A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| KIN A202 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 |
| BIOL A220 | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| BIOL A225 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| Movement-Based Courses (see list) | 3 - 6 | |
| List A - Required (Select two): 6-10 units | 6-10 | |
| Introduction to Chemistry | ||
or CHEM A180 | General Chemistry A | |
| Introduction to Statistics | ||
or PSYC A160 | Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | |
| Algebra-Based Physics 1: Mechanics with Lab | ||
| Calculus-Based Physics: Mechanics with Lab | ||
| Personal Health | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Total Major Units | 22-29 | |
| California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) 2 | up to 34 | |
| Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirement | Varies | |
| Total Degree Units | 60 | |
Kinesiology AA-T Movement-Based Course List
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select one (1) course maximum from any three (3) of the following areas for a minimum of 3 units: | 3 - 6 | |
| Area 1-Aquatics | ||
| Aqua Fitness | ||
| Swimming for Fitness Level 1 | ||
| Swimming Level 1 | ||
| Surfing and Ocean Safety Level 1 1 | ||
| Area 2-Combatives | ||
| Aikido | ||
| Karate | ||
| T'ai Chi Chih 1 | ||
| Area 3-Fitness | ||
| Cardiovascular Fitness | ||
| Weight Training Level 1 | ||
| Fitness Programs I | ||
| Strength and Conditioning | ||
| Cardiovascular Training and Strength Development Level 1 | ||
| Walking for Fitness Level 1 | ||
| Step Cardio & Core Level 1 | ||
| Body Sculpting Level 1 | ||
| Cardio-Kick Boxing Level 1 | ||
| Cross Training Level 1 | ||
| Strength and Conditioning Level 2 | ||
| Cardiovascular Training and Strength Development Level 2 | ||
| Area 4-Individual Sports | ||
| Hatha Yoga - Level I | ||
| T'ai Chi Chih 1 | ||
| Surfing and Ocean Safety Level 1 1 | ||
| Tennis Level 1 | ||
| Golf Level 1 | ||
| Rock Climbing Level 1 | ||
| Hatha Yoga Level II | ||
| Area 5-Team Sports | ||
| Badminton Level 1 | ||
| Basketball | ||
| Futsal/Indoor Soccer Level 1 | ||
| Soccer Level 1 | ||
| Volleyball Level 1 | ||
| Volleyball Level 1 | ||
| Sand Volleyball | ||
| Flag Football Level 1 | ||
| Lacrosse Level 1 | ||
| Total Units | 3-6 | |
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Course may not be used to fulfill more than one (1) area requirement.
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Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.
Program Sequence - Cal-GETC
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| KIN A202 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 |
| ADT LIST A COURSE - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) | 3-5 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Units | 12-15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| BIOL A220 | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| ADT Movement Based Course (See Requirements) 1 | 1-2 | |
| POLS A180 or POLS A180H |
American Government and Politics 2 or American Government and Politics Honors |
3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 3A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Summer | ||
| ELECTIVE (UC/CSU TRANSFERABLE) 3 | 3 | |
| Units | 3 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| BIOL A225 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) 4 | 3 | |
| ADT Movement Based Course (See Requirements) 1 | 1-2 | |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 5 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| Units | 12-13 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ADT Movement Based Course (See Requirements) 1 | 1-2 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE TWO | 6 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (CSU TRANSFERABLE) 3 | 5 | |
| Units | 18-19 | |
| Total Units | 60-67 | |
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Selected courses must include 3 separate areas.
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American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement; or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 4
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS. Not all courses are UC transferable. Please check with your counselor to ensure you have enough transferable units for your transfer goal.
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If List A Requirements have been met by previous selections take elective units to meet minimum 60 transferable units.
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American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement; or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 3B or 4