KIN 610 — Quantitative Analysis of Research in Kinesiology
Department of Kinesiology, Cal State Northridge
Spring 2026 | Tuesday, 7:00–9:40 PM (RE 276)
Canvas LMS is currently unavailable. For the final exam on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, you may download and install the free 14-day trial version of IBM SPSS Statistics on your own computer and use it for the exam. Because Canvas is not reachable, the SPSS version inside Canvas will not be available.
Official IBM trial link: IBM SPSS Statistics free 14-day trial
Please download SPSS only from IBM’s official website. Do not use any other download site or any “free SPSS” links from search results, ads, or third-party websites.
Instructor Information
Instructor: Ovande Furtado Jr., Ph.D.
Office: RE 289
Phone: 818-677-5968
Email: Use Canvas Inbox for all course communications
Office Hours: - In person: Tuesdays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (RE 289) - Online: Wednesdays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (via Zoom)
Important: All course communications will be conducted via Canvas. Please use the Canvas Inbox for all email correspondence. Weekly announcements with assignments and activities will be posted on Canvas.
Quick Links
- Syllabus — Complete course syllabus with policies, requirements, and grading
- ePortfolio Assignment — Guidelines for your semester-long ePortfolio
- Course Schedule — Weekly topics, readings, and assignments
- Statistics for Movement Science — Companion eBook for statistics and SPSS tutorials
- Random Stats Blog — Additional statistics resources and tutorials
Course Overview
This course focuses on introductory statistical techniques used in social science research. Topics include reliability, validity, measures of central tendency, variability, probability, and statistical techniques including t tests, ANOVA, chi-square, correlation, and regression.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand statistical concepts utilized in research within the social sciences
- Apply mathematical/statistical techniques for social science research
- Analyze and interpret data within the social sciences
- Identify appropriate statistical techniques for different research questions
Required Materials
Required eBook
Weir, J. P., & Vincent, W. J. (2021). Statistics in kinesiology (5th ed.). Human Kinetics.
Available at the CSUN Bookstore or directly from Human Kinetics. The eBook version is more affordable and includes features like electronic notes, flashcards, and search functionality.
Companion eBook
Statistics for Movement Science — Free, interactive eBook covering measurement foundations, data management, visualization, descriptive statistics, and statistical inference aligned with course curriculum.
Primary Study Materials
Throughout the semester, blog posts from Random Stats may be designated as the primary source of study for certain topics, with textbook chapters as optional supplementary material.
Course Requirements
Grading Breakdown
| Assignment | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Participation & Attendance | 5% |
| Weekly Quizzes | 5% |
| Major Takeaways | 5% |
| Labs | 25% |
| ePortfolio | 10% |
| Exam 1 | 25% |
| Exam 2 | 25% |
The two lowest scores for quizzes, major takeaways, and participation activities will be dropped.
Key Assignments
- Quizzes — Complete before each class; unlimited attempts within 20-minute time limit
- Major Takeaways — Submit 10 key points from readings before each class
- Labs — Hands-on application of statistical procedures using SPSS
- ePortfolio — Semester-long documentation of your learning
- Exams — Two exams (midterm and final); notes and textbook allowed
Important Policies
Late Work
Late assignments lose 5% per day, up to 4 days. After 4 days, no credit. Exit tickets cannot be made up.
Academic Integrity
Plagiarism and cheating will result in a failing grade for the course. All work must be your own. Use of AI for quizzes and major takeaways undermines learning and is strongly discouraged.
Accessibility
If you need accommodations, register with DRES (818-677-2684) or NCOD (818-677-2611) and contact the instructor to discuss arrangements.
Additional Resources
- IT Help Center: (818) 677-1400, helpcenter@csun.edu
- Learning Resource Center: (818) 677-2033 for tutoring and study support
- University Counseling Services: (818) 677-2366, Bayramian Hall 520
- CSUN Food Pantry: Support for food/housing insecurity
- Full list of student support services
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