UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN--MILWAUKEE
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCES
HMS 200 (Section 002) Course Syllabus
Introduction to Kinesiology
Fall 2011
Instructor:
Chris H. Cramer, MS., CSCS
Clinical Assistant Professor
Dept. of Human Movement Sciences
Lecture Time:
Classroom:
Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Bolton Hall, Room B52
Instructor’s Office:
Instructor’s Phone:
Instructor’s Email:
Instructor’s Fax:
Instructor’s Office Hrs:
Enderis Hall, Room 429
(414) 229-6629
cramerc@uwm.edu
(414) 229-2619
Most weekdays by appointment
Teaching Assistant:
TA’s Office:
TA’s Email
TA’s Phone:
TA’s Office Hours:
Robin Bauer
END 132
rlbauer@uwm.edu
(414) 229-5147
Monday’s and Thursday’s from 11:00 AM to noon
Credits:
Prerequisites:
Required Text:
3
None
Digital Publication- Cramer, C H (2011). Introduction to
Kinesiology. Dubuque (IA): Great River Technologies.
Access can be purchased at:
http://webcom8.grtxle.com/kinesiology/ and will last 160 days
from the date of registration.
Course Catalog Description:
Introduction to the discipline of kinesiology and its
subdisciplines of exercise physiology, motor behavior,
biomechanics, and psychology and sociology of physical activity.
Rationale
This course introduces you to the study of kinesiology, the scholarly discipline that focuses on
physical activity. You will learn about all areas of kinesiology including the history and prevalence of
it, the sub-disciplines that serve as the foundation of the field, and different ways that Kinesiology is
applied in professional settings. This will provide valuable insight along with providing examples of
career paths within the field of kinesiology. Whether you plan to work in fitness, sport, therapeutic or
recreation settings, you will benefit from understanding the important principles and research
underlying the field of kinesiology and will be better prepared to continue your education in this field.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of HMS 200, students will be able to:
1. Explain the importance of physical activity in daily life and the implications of this for the discipline of
kinesiology.
2. Defend the integrative nature of the field of kinesiology.
3. Identify the nature and demands of professional occupations, the career options available within the
field of kinesiology, and the qualifications associated with each.
4. Identify the basic concepts that make up each sub-discipline within the field of Kinesiology.
Class Format
Research on learning has shown that some students learn better from group activities and class discussion
where they can think out loud, while other students learn better from lectures and independent activities
where they can think quietly by themselves. For this reason, we will use both kinds of learning activities.
During class time, there will be lectures, class discussions, small group activities, videos and guest lecturers.
Class attendance and participation are imperative for success.
Student Evaluation/Requirements
Online Quizzes (5 x 10)
7%
50 points
Pop Quizzes (4 x 10 points)
5%
40 points
Group Work (12 x 10 points)
16%
120 points
Project
14%
100 points
Exam 1
11%
80 points
Exam 2
11%
80 points
Exam 3
11%
80 points
Exam 4
11%
80 points
Final Exam
14%
100 points
Total
100%
730 points
100 - 94 %
93 - 90 %
89 - 88 %
87 - 84 %
83 - 80 %
79 - 78 %
Grading Scale (% of possible points)
A
77 - 74 %
A73 - 70 %
B+
69 - 68 %
B
67 - 64 %
B63 - 60 %
C+
59 or less
C
CD+
D
DF
Online Quizzes will be available on the textbook website for each unit. It is open book and not timed. Questions
will cover the reading of the new unit. Up to three attempts will be allowed with the highest score being
recorded. 100% score will immediately release printable outline for notes. If highest score is less than 100%, the
printable outline will be released on the due date listed on class schedule (8am).
Pop Quizzes will be given at the beginning of selected classes throughout the semester. Questions will cover
material from the assigned readings, videos and previous lectures.
Group Assignments will be given during selected classes throughout the semester. An assigned topic will be
discussed in groups with a summary of each group’s discussion being turned in before leaving class.
Exams will all be objective in format and will cover all material from the assigned readings, videos and lectures
since the previous exam. The final exam will be a cumulative review of the entire semester.
Project will consist of a written essay on a topic related to Kinesiology. See class schedule for due date. Details
will be available on D2L. All projects must be submitted via D2L dropbox. No late projects will be accepted
Use of D2L
The course web page on D2L will be used to deliver lecture material, assignments, and grade information. As the
D2L site plays an integral role in this course, it is expected that students will check the site regularly for
announcements and updates. For questions or instructions regarding use of the D2L site, contact the UWM help
desk at 414-229-4040 or help@uwm.edu.
University Policies and Resources
Students are encouraged to review the Department of Human Movement Sciences Student Handbook of Policies
and Procedures, which is available in Enderis 411. The Handbook offers students information regarding admission
requirements, University policy regarding classroom accommodation, harassment, complaint procedures, and
grade and grievance procedures.
To read the College of Health Sciences Honor Code, visit: http://www4.uwm.edu/chs/students/honor_code.cfm
You may view specific University policies relating to students with disabilities, religious observances, active
military duty, incompletes, discriminatory conduct, academic misconduct, complaint procedures, grade appeal
procedures and final exam requirements at: http://www4.uwm.edu/acad_aff/policy/
In order for accommodations to be given for any person with a disability (short or ling term), a student must first
register with the Student Accessibility Center. Visit: http://www4.uwm.edu/sac/
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Class Policies
You are expected to attend all classes and are responsible for making up any missed class material. If you
have questions about what was covered during class, contact classmates first, then the TA, then the
instructor.
Make-up quizzes, exams and other missed work will be given at the discretion of the instructor and only if you
are unable to take them due to circumstances beyond your control (family emergency, illness, etc.). Any of
these circumstances require contact with the instructor before the absence/tardiness in order to excuse the
absence. Documentation may be required.
All made up work must be completed within 7 days of the absence.
In the event of official University travel, a signed letter from the appropriate University faculty/staff member
must be presented along with at least 5 days notice to receive missed materials, tests, quizzes or other graded
assignments.
Only UWM email accounts will be used in electronic communication when sending updates or responding to
messages from students.
Be on time for class. Coming in late affects the entire class. Additionally, you should be prepared for class
every time we meet; this means you have read the assignment and are ready to discuss the main topic.
Pop quizzes will be given at precisely 9:30am and collected as soon as students are finished. Anyone with an
unexcused absence or tardiness will receive a zero.
All assignments are due at 8:00am on the day specified. The project and online quizzes will not be accepted
late for any reason, excused or otherwise.
All assignments submitted via D2L dropbox must be in .doc or .docx (Microsoft Word) format.
Please respect the opinions of others in the class even if you differ with them. You must speak and act
respectfully at all times. Keep in mind, however, that it is perfectly possible to express differences in a
respectful and passionate way, and you should feel free to do so throughout this course. Diversity of opinion
makes for enriched learning.
Refrain from talking to each other while another class member or instructor is speaking.
If your phone or computer disrupts class, then you may be dismissed from class.
Problems with the online publication must be addressed with Great River Technologies and will not be an
acceptable excuse for late work. They can be contacted at http://webcom8.grtxle.com/helpRequest.cfm
No incompletes will be given unless you consult with the instructor before the last day of class.
HMS 200 (Sec 002) – Introduction to Kinesiology
Fall 2011
Tue & Thu 9:30 – 10:45, BOL B52
Instructor: Professor Chris H. Cramer, MS, CSCS
Class Schedule of Lectures, Readings, Exams, and Assignments
(tentative and subject to change)
Date
9/6
9/8
9/13
9/15
9/20
9/22
9/27
9/29
10/4
10/6
10/11
10/13
10/18
10/20
10/25
10/27
11/1
11/3
11/8
11/10
11/15
11/17
11/22
11/24
11/29
12/1
12/6
12/8
12/13
12/19
Topic
Assignments
Introduction to Course
Unit 1 – Physical Activity Experiences
Introduction to the Field
History
Online Quiz 1 Due 9/13
Importance
Prevalence
Subjectivity
Sociological Aspects and Spectating
Exam 1
Unit 2 – Maximizing Performance
Physical Capacity
Motor Skills
Online Quiz 2 Due 10/6
Individual Differences and Sports Psychology
Determining Appropriate Experiences
Exam 2
Unit 3 – Education and Core Sciences
Your Education
Online Quiz 3 Due 10/24
Exercise Physiology
Biomechanics
Motor Behavior
Dietetics
Exam 3
Unit – 4 Applying Kinesiology
Professionalism
Online Quiz 4 Due 11/14
Employment and Credentials
Practitioner Based Careers
Project Due 11/18
Practitioner Based Careers
No Class- Thanksgiving
Practitioner Based Careers
Management Based Careers
Academic Based Careers and Challenges
Exam 4
Class Summary and Final Review
Online Quiz 5 Due 12/15
FINAL EXAM (10:00am-noon)