Transfer Degree-Emphasis

Kinesiology Emphasis, Associate in Arts Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA)

Area of Study
Math and Science

Overview 

Complete your Associate in Arts Degree, Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) with an emphasis in Kinesiology in preparation for transferring to a four-year university.  

Sample Schedule 

This Sample Schedule is provided as a guide for a full-time student starting in fall quarter whose goal is to earn the Associate in Arts, Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA). The courses are designed with the appropriate number of credits to meet degree requirements and are organized in a recommended sequence. Please consult an advisor to schedule courses and develop a personalized educational plan. 

     Your personal Educational Plan will vary based on many factors including: 

  • The quarter you begin 
  • How many classes/credits you plan to take in each quarter 
  • Your Math and English placement 
  • If you have credits you have already taken and plan to transfer them 
  • The college you are interested in transferring to 
  • If you start in our Transitional Studies program 

Transfer and Degree Requirements 

Students working toward their transfer degree typically take a variety of courses designed to fulfill the general requirements of most four-year colleges and universities. Students intending to transfer to a four-year college for further study are encouraged to work closely with their advisor and transfer institution to explore the requirements of the college they wish to attend after Peninsula. Most institutions have separate admission criteria, which may be based on grades, prerequisite coursework, test scores, and other considerations. Our Sample Schedule is designed to provide you with faculty recommended courses to complete your Associate in Arts, Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) degree with an emphasis in Kinesiology and is not a major ready pathway for every institution.  

Transfer Institution Information  

Students can continue their academic studies at Peninsula College in the Bachelor of Applied Management degree (BAS). Please contact the BAS advisor for additional information at BAS@pencol.edu

Students must select credits from three distribution lists: Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Humanities. A specific course may be credited toward no more than one distribution requirement. A minimum of fifteen credits in two separate subject areas must be selected from each list. For Natural Sciences, at least five credits must be a lab. For Humanities, no more than five credits can be a Humanities-Performance course and no more than five credits may be applied in world languages at the 100 level. 

Program Outcomes 

Program outcomes are listed on the Area of Study webpage

First Quarter

Meet with your advisor to talk about your long-term schedule and create an educational plan to complete your degree.

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

Active reading, effective writing, and critical thinking, using subjective and objective approaches. Introduction to research techniques. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Communication Skills)

Credits: 5

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5

Basic principles of nutrition across the lifespan. Details the digestive process, the digestion and absorption of macro and micronutrients including vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Examines the role of nutrition in the maintenance of optimal health and disease prevention. Includes analysis of personal dietary habits and the components of a healthful diet. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Natural Sciences, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Sub-Total Credits
12-15

Second Quarter

You’re doing it! Check in with your advisor to stay on track.

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

For individuals with little or no chemistry background. Atomic nature of matter, chemical bonding, periodic table, chemical reactions, phases of matter, solutions, equilibrium, reaction rates, and nuclear reactions. Includes laboratory. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Natural Sciences with Lab, Elective)

Credits: 5

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5

Reading and writing using analytical and critical approaches. One or more research papers. Builds on concepts introduced in ENGL& 101. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Communication Skills)

Credits: 5

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5

Introduction to methods and applications of elementary descriptive and inferential statistics; summarizing data graphically and numerically, probability, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation and linear regression. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Quantitative Skills, Natural Sciences, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Sub-Total Credits
15

Third Quarter

Now is the time to explore transfer options. Make a transfer appointment with your advisor or the Career and Transfer Center.

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

Includes process of science, overview of central ideas of biology (unity, diversity, interdependence, evolution), basic chemistry concepts, biomolecules, cell structure, cell physiology (including enzyme function, energetics, synthesis of DNA, RNA and protein), cell reproduction, introduction to genetics. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Natural Sciences with Lab, Elective)

Credits: 5

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5

Explores classic and modern elements of persuasion and applies that understanding to assemble, deliver, and evaluate extemporaneous speeches. Eligibility for or concurrent enrollment in ENGL& 101 is recommended. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Humanities, Elective)

Credits: 5

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5

Introduction to science of behavior. Emphasis on biological foundations of behavior, cognition, learning, intelligence, motivation, memory, personality, and psychological disorders. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Social Sciences, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Sub-Total Credits
15

Fourth Quarter

Transfer applications are open. We are here to help with the transfer process.

Catalog #
Title
Credits
Humanities  +
5
5

Human social behavior, social institutions, and society from sociological perspective. Includes introduction to sociological theory and research and application to topics such as social structure, socialization, deviance, inequality, and stratification. Completion of ENGL& 101 or concurrent enrollment recommended. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Social Sciences, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Sub-Total Credits
15

Fifth Quarter

You’re knocking on the door! Check your Degree Progress Report to avoid any surprises and then apply for graduation.

Catalog #
Title
Credits
1

Prepares individuals to perform basic first aid procedures in cases of emergencies. Learn how to prevent accidents in the home and on the job. Adult CPR. Provides two-year certification. This class may include students from multiple sections.

This class has a $135.72 first aid course fee.

Credits: 1

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Humanities  +
5
5

Scientific study of human growth, development, and change throughout life cycle. Physical, cognitive, social, personality, and other aspects of the individual examined through successive stages, from prenatal development until death. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Social Sciences, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Sub-Total Credits
16

Sixth Quarter

You're almost done! Time to order that cap and gown. Good luck on your final quarter!

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

Introduction to bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. Includes microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, ecology, technological applications, microbial diseases of humans, immunology, public health, and medical control strategies. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Natural Sciences with Lab, Elective)

Credits: 5

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Humanities  +
5
Sub-Total Credits
16

Humanities + Take a course in another subject area.

Total Credits
92