CHERRYPICKERDe Anza College
KNES 55
Introduction to Exercise Science · 5 units · used in 1 transfer pathway
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- De Anza catalogcourse record · 2025-2026
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
An introduction to the discipline of Kinesiology through introductory concepts of exercise science. The knowledge base that defines exercise physiology is central to the discipline of kinesiology. Students will develop a basic understanding of how the physiological systems involved in physical activity respond to exercise, physical activity, and how these systems adapt to various modes of exercise training and environmental conditions. Basic concepts of physiology, biology, nutrition, and principles of exercise/fitness for students planning on majoring in Physical Education or Kinesiology and/or completing a certificate program in personal training, massage therapy, or coaching.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:00 PM UTCNo section is scheduled at De Anza College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The De Anza catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Advisory: “ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.”
Transfer pathways that use KNES 55
ASSIST maps KNES 55 to a requirement in 1 published pathway from De Anza College.
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