KNES 45
Introduction to Kinesiology


Course Description

An introduction to the discipline of physical education/kinesiology. The student will study career options, required preparation and training for occupations in teaching, coaching, physical therapy, sports nutrition, sports medicine and other professions stemming from a degree in physical education/kinesiology. Includes an in-depth overview of human movement and performance, foundations and principles of physical education/kinesiology, and the importance of the sub-disciplines in kinesiology. Focus will also be placed on and give the student an understanding of cultural, age and gender differences. Title IX requirements relating to the profession will also be discussed.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
34737 KNES 45 63Z ······· TBA-TBA Cheryl Owiesny ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
KNES-045.-63Z: Online Course. Access to a computer, the Web, an individual e-mail address, and a high-speed internet connection is required. Exclusively using a tablet or phone may prevent you from successfully completing a course. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382

Class Materials

Textbook/MaterialTypeRequiredPurchaseRent
NewUsedNewUsed
Intro to Kinesiology 7th Edition With HKPropel Access (7th Edition)
Knudson © 2026
ISBN: 9781718237810
Textbook Choice $154.00 $115.50
Intro to Kinesiology 7th Edition With HKPropel Access-Loose-Leaf Edition
Knudson © 2026
ISBN: 9781718237827
Textbook Choice $134.00 $100.50
Introduction to Kinesiology (7th Edition)
Knudson
ISBN: 9781718237834
E-Book Choice $116.00
Introduction to Kinesiology (7th Edition)
Knudson
ISBN: 9781718237834
E-Book
(90 days)
Choice $75.40
Introduction to Kinesiology (7th Edition)
Knudson
ISBN: 9781718237834
E-Book
(120 days)
Choice $92.80
Introduction to Kinesiology (7th Edition)
Knudson
ISBN: 9781718237834
E-Book
(180 days)
Choice $104.40

Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.

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Course Details

Units
5 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Formerly
(Formerly P E D030.)
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
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