FTNS 121 Kinesiology

5 credits

A study of the structure and function of the skeletal and muscular systems of the human body, including origins, insertions, and actions of the muscles and an understanding the mechanical qualities of movement.

Prerequisites: MATH 087 (or placement into MATH 098 or higher)

Corequisites: FTNS 112

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Identify the bones involved in movement during exercise
Classify articulations based on structure and function
Describe the connective tissues associated with articulations and movement
Identify the muscles, including origins, insertions, and actions, involved in movement during exercise

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcome:

be prepared to obtain an entry-level to mid-management position in their field

Global Outcomes
This course teaches to the global outcome of information literacy.

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50