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De Anza College

KNESD45 - Introduction to Kinesiology

Course Description

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

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

5.0 quarter units

Course Sections

Winter 2026 - Quarter

Jan 5 to Mar 27
crn: 34737
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Cheryl Owiesny
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (28 days ago)
Section notes:
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
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Feb 16 to Mar 27
crn: 35868
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Cheryl Owiesny
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (28 days ago)
Section notes:
KNES-045.-64Z: This is a late start, 6-week. This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub withextensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .
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Summer 2025 - Quarter

Jun 30 to Aug 8
crn: 13886
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Cheryl Owiesny
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (7 months ago)
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Aug 4 to Sep 12
crn: 13887
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Cheryl Owiesny
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (7 months ago)
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Fall 2025 - Quarter

Oct 6 to Dec 12
crn: 28852
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Andres Ponce de Leon
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (3 months ago)
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Oct 27 to Dec 5
crn: 28632
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Cheryl Owiesny
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (3 months ago)
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Sep 22 to Dec 5
crn: 28631
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Cheryl Owiesny
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (3 months ago)
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