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. Students must complete 60 semester units of degree-applicable courses, have a minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major, and complete and IGETC or CSU-GE Breadth pattern. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum 2.0 is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult a counselor for more information.
Program Outcomes
- Identify and describe major concepts, theoretical principles, empirical findings, and historical 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 California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU General Education Breadth — Option 2) OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC — Option 3).
- A minimum of 12 units in residence at OCC.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| BIOL A220 | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| BIOL A225 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| KIN A202 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3 |
| Movement-Based Courses (see list) | 3 | |
| List A | ||
| Select two of the following: | 7-9 | |
| Human Biology | ||
| Introduction to Chemistry | ||
or CHEM A180 | General Chemistry A | |
| Introduction to Statistics | ||
or PSYC A160 | Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | |
| Algebra Based Physics: Mechanics | ||
or PHYS A185 | Calculus Based Physics: Mechanics | |
| Total Major Units | 23-25 | |
| CSU or IGETC for CSU | 37-39 | |
| Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirement | Varies | |
| Total Minimum Degree Units | 60 | |
Kinesiology AA-T Movement-Based Course List
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select one (1) course from three (3) separate areas for a total of three (3) units: | 3 | |
| 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 | ||
| Walking for Fitness Level 1 | ||
| Step Cardio & Core Level 1 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Soccer Level 1 | ||
| Volleyball Level 1 | ||
| Total Units | 3 | |
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Course may not be used to fulfill more than one (1) area requirement.
Program Sequence - CSU
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 |
| CSU GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| CSU GE AREA B4 - CHOOSE ONE 1 | 3-4 | |
| CSU GE AREA C1- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 12-13 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| BIOL A220 | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 2 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 |
| CSU GE AREA A3 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| CSU GE AREA C1 OR C2- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 14-15 | |
| Summer | ||
| CSU GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 3 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| CHEM A110 or CHEM A180 |
Introduction to Chemistry 3 or General Chemistry A |
5 |
| PSCI A180 or PSCI A180H |
American Government 2 or American Government Honors |
3 |
| CSU GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ADT Movement Based Course - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) 4 | 1-2 | |
| ADT Movement Based Course - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) 4 | 1-2 | |
| ELECTIVE (CSU TRANSFERABLE) 5 | 3 | |
| Units | 16-18 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| BIOL A225 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| CSU GE AREA F - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ADT Movement Based Course - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) 4 | 1-2 | |
| ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) or ELECTIVE (CSU TRANSFERABLE) 6 | 3-5 | |
| ELECTIVE (CSU TRANSFERABLE) 5 | 3-4 | |
| Units | 15-19 | |
| Total Units | 60-68 | |
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Recommend MATH A160, but depends on transfer campus and concentration; MATH A160 also meets ADT List A Course
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American Ideals Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement.
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CSU GE AREA B1 and B3, prerequisite for Biol A225 and ADT List A; course depends on transfer campus and concentration
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Selected courses must include 3 separate areas.
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS.
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If List A Requirements have been met by previous selections take elective units to meet minimum 60 transferable units.
Program Sequence - IGETC
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 |
| CHEM A110 or CHEM A180 |
Introduction to Chemistry 1 or General Chemistry A |
5 |
| IGETC GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 3-4 | |
| Units | 14-15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| BIOL A220 | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| PSCI A180 or PSCI A180H |
American Government 3 or American Government Honors |
3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 3A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ADT Movement Based Course (See Requirements) 4 | 1-2 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Summer | ||
| LOTE: Foreign Language or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 5 | 3-5 | |
| Units | 3-5 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| BIOL A225 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 6 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 |
| ADT Movement Based Course (See Requirements) 4 | 1-2 | |
| ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 7 | 3 | |
| Units | 12-13 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| IGETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 8 | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 3A OR 3B - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ADT Movement Based Course (See Requirements) 4 | 1-2 | |
| ELECTIVE (CSU TRANSFERABLE) | 3 | |
| Units | 16-17 | |
| Total Units | 60-67 | |
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IGETC GE AREA 5A and 5C, prerequisiste for Biol A225 and ADT List A; course depends on transfer campus and concentration
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Recommend MATH A160, but depends on transfer campus and concentration; MATH A160 also meets ADT List A Course
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American Ideals Requirement - IGETC GE AREA 4 and CSU Graduation Requirement OR take another course from IGETC GE AREA 4.
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Selected courses must include 3 separate areas.
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LOTE Requirement for UC only. If met LOTE through HS then take elective units to meet minimum 60 transferable units
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American Ideals Requirement - IGETC GE AREA 3B and CSU Graduation Requirement OR take another course from IGETC GE AREA 3B.
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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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IGETC GE AREA 1C- CSU Requirement
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS