Graduate study in measurement in Kinesiology focuses on measurements of human performance and of constructs related to performance. The measurement laboratory is housed in the Unit II Gymnasium. The lab contains 5 IBM computers, skinfold calipers, modified pull-up bench, timers, and equipment for sport skills testing. The areas currently being investigated are generalizability theory and argument-based models for the validity of measurement. Theoretical studies typically involve refinements or extensions of the models.
Empirical studies involve applications of one or more models to some applied problem.
A Master's student in the measurement area is expected to study basic measurement theory as applied to measures of motor behavior. Practical issues in the assessment of motor tasks are also emphasized at this level. A general overview of the state of the art in measurement and evaluation in physical education and exercise science is stressed. Students completing a Master's degree in the measurement area will be qualified to teach an undergraduate course in the area as well as undertake scholarly work in the development of assessment procedures. Empirical research in measurement and evaluation is stressed, particularly at the doctoral level.