Kinesiology Courses
Kinesiology (Bachelor of Kinesiology)
Honours Major: Kinesiology, B. Kin. (24 courses)
- KPE-118, 119, 130, 218, 222, 223, 304, 312, 313, 318, 345, 418, 420, 422, 432;
- One of KPE-315 or KPE-335;
- One of KPE-480 or KPE-490;
- One KPE-200-, 300-, or 400-level elective;
- Four fundamentals: KPE-160; and three electives;
- BIO-121, HSC-221;
- One of MAT-201 or PSY-201;
- One of PHY-115 or PHY-121;
- One of PSY-121 or PSY-122
- KPE-327 is recommended as the elective for health-related careers.
- A minor is required. A psychology or business minor is recommended.
Kinesiology (Bachelor of Science)
Honours Major: Kinesiology, B.Sc. (20 courses)
- KPE-118, 119, 130, 218, 222, 223, 304, 312, 313, 318, 345, 405, 418, 422, 432;
- HSC-342;
- One of MAT-201 or PSY-201;
- One of KPE-480 or 490;
- One KPE-200-, 300-, or 400-level elective;
- Four fundamentals: KPE-160 and three electives
Cognate Requirements:
Note: All students registered in the Kinesiology B.Sc. program must choose a minor from the following:
The Kinesiology B.Sc. program currently meets the course requirements for registration with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario. Also, see Professional Preparation on page 55 of the Academic Calendar
For more information on the Co-operative Education Program see page 57.
Course Details
Foundations of Human Anatomy I (KPE-118)
A study of human anatomy, emphasizing the basic anatomical structures used in locomotion and fundamental motor skills. Topics include basic chemistry, cell structure and function, histology, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, immunity, fluids and electrolytes, and reproductive system. Students will examine each body system on a microscopic and a gross level.
Corequisites:
Recommended: BIO-121
Foundations of Human Anatomy II (KPE-119)
A continued study of the foundations of gross human anatomy, building on the knowledge gained in KPE-118. This course focuses on the following systems: nervous, endocrine, integumentary, digestive, lymphatic, urinary, and reproductive. The course format will include lecture, accompanied by problem- or experiment-based learning.
Prerequisites:
KPE-118
Exercise Prescription & Training (KPE-130)
This course will prepare students to design advanced exercise prescriptions based upon
evidence-based training principles. This includes client interaction and individualized
exercise programs for various initial levels of fitness, age, preference, and motivation.
This course will also teach proper lifting and spotting techniques for a variety of
resistance exercises. Includes a weekly 75-minute lab.
Prerequisites:
KPE-118
Fundamentals Courses (KPE-140-179)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport (0.75 credits each). These courses also support concepts taught in physiology, motor learning, and biomechanics. See page 91.
Human Physiology (KPE-218)
This course will introduce human physiology and the amazing manner that our bodies been designed by God. Beginning at the fundamental level of the cell and its essential functions, such as energy. A study of the function of human body systems that nurtures an understanding and appreciation of how we are “fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139). We begin at the fundamental level of the cell and its organ systems, with an emphasis on those components involved in movement and health (including the muscular, neuroendocrine, cardiovascular, pulmonary, skeletal, and immune systems.) Includes a bi-weekly one-hour lab.
Prerequisites:
KPE-118Year 2 standing
Assessment of Human Fitness (KPE-222)
Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of fitness assessment. Various fitness tests for the different fitness parameters including muscular strength and endurance, anaerobic and aerobic power, flexibility, and balance will be practiced. Students will participate as both the test administrator and test subject for all tests. Weekly lecture and lab. Material fee applies.
Prerequisites:
KPE-218,
KPE-130
Nutrition (KPE-223)
This course presents the basic principles of human nutrition and the science behind them. Topics include a full assessment of nutrients, digestion, comparison of food guides, eating disorders, body composition and management, nutrition for sports, and popular trends and myths. Students will evaluate their own nutrient intakes and plan a healthy diet.
Coaching (KPE-251)
An introduction to the foundations and principles of coaching sport and physical activities. Topics include coaching philosophy, coaching objectives and style, as well as principles of communication and motivation, teaching, physical training and management in athletic coaching. The course will also examine Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Plan (LTAD) and Teaching Games for Understanding TGFU
of coaching. With this course, students will be eligible for level I Coaching Theory Certification from the National Certification Program (NCCP).
Prerequisites:
Year 2 standing or permission of the instructor
Biomechanics (KPE-304)
A study of biomechanical principles applied to human movement and sport through lectures, readings, and labs. Assessment of sport technique, equipment, performance, and ergonomics will be addressed. Includes a bi-weekly two-hour lab.
Prerequisites:
PHY-115
Care and Prevention of Injuries (KPE-312)
A study of the common methods used to treat and care for athletic injuries, exploring training and rehabilitation programs, and providing practical experience in utilizing specific preventative and treatment techniques. Includes a weekly 75 minute lab.
Prerequisites:
KPE-118and Year 3 standing
Motor Learning (KPE-313)
This course is an introduction to motor learning. Through the course, students will examine phases of skill acquisition, transfer of learning, training principles, retention of motor skills, and the influence of motivation on the acquisition and rehabilitation of movement. Includes a weekly 75 minute lab.
Special Populations (KPE-315)
An introduction to adapted physical activity for individuals with special needs. Topics covered include integration, design and objectives of physical activity programming through a Christian worldview for individuals with intellectual and behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum, and social communication disorders, learning disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, brain injury and stroke, amputations, dwarfism, spinal cord conditions, diabetes, seizures, asthma, tourettes, cancer, cardiovascular disorders, aids, and anemia
Exercise Physiology I (KPE-318)
This course will study the physiological response of the body’s systems to a bout of exercise and the adaptations that occur to these systems with training. Systems studied include the energy producing systems, as well as the muscular, pulmonary, neuroendocrine, cardiovascular, skeletal and immune systems. This course will emphasize how these physiological systems are integrated together to maintain the body’s internal environment in response to the stress of the exercise. The course includes a weekly two-hour lab. Materials fee applies.
Prerequisites:
KPE-218,
KPE-222
The Psychology of Health and Well-Being (KPE-327 (HSC/PSY-327))
An examination of the psychological aspects of health and illness. This course examines psychosocial, behavioural, and biomedical processes in the prevention of illness and the promotion of health and well-being (physical, psychological, and spiritual). The emphasis will be on theory-based psychological research
and on the practice of health psychology. Selected topics to be explored include: the psychophysiological disorders, attitudes and behaviours which promote good health, the relationship between stress and disease, coping with stress, understanding and coping with pain and illness, lifestyle and risk factors in various medical disorders.
Prerequisites:
PSY-121 or 122
Organization of Intramurals, Athletics and Physical Education (KPE-328)
A study of the organization and administration of intramurals, athletics and physical education programs for elementary and secondary school students. Recommended for students pursuing an education-related career or sports administration.
Sociology of Sport (KPE-335)
This course is seminar style, where students engage in critical examination and discussion of social and social-psychological dynamics of sports in modern society through a Christian worldview. Areas receiving special attention are youth sports, interscholastic sports, and professional sports. Emphasis is placed on describing and understanding sports, participants and observers, and the relationship of sport as an institution to the rest of society.
Prerequisites:
APS-120
Psychology of Sport and Exercise (KPE-345)
An introduction to the psychological aspects of behaviour in sport and exercise. This course examines both traditional (educational) sport psychology and clinical sport psychology through a Christian worldview. Topics include personality, emotions, motivation and behavioural change, anxiety, stress and coping, group cohesion, aggression and moral behaviour, youth development, aging and involvement, coaching, exercise adherence, exercise and mental health, and the development and prevention of health issues. Further, this course takes a critical look at present psychological interventions that have been used to improve athletes and exercisers’ performance and overall health and well-being.
Prerequisites:
PSY-121 or 122
Ergonomics (KPE-405)
An examination of topics in human factors (ergonomics) relating to injuries and injury avoidance. Students will become familiar with physical demand analyses and the principles involved in redesigning tasks to minimize risk of injuries. The focus will be on preventing musculoskeletal injuries and fatigue from a wide variety of occupational tasks. Students apply the course material to ergonomic assessments performed in actual workplaces.
Prerequisites:
KPE-304,
KPE-318Year 4 standing
Exercise Physiology II (KPE-418)
This course will provide an advanced understanding of cardiovascular and muscle physiology in relation to exercise, fitness and health through lectures, readings, and labs. Students will investigate the effect of lifestyle choices, aging, environment (temperature and microgravity), and disease on human physiology. Students will conduct a comprehensive review of literature on a relevant topic of their choice.
Corequisites:
KPE-318Year 4 standing in the honors or B.Kin program
Physical Activity and Health (KPE-420)
This course examines the role of physical activity in personal health and societal mortality and morbidity. The course includes application of activity/exercise prescription and other lifestyle factors to promote health in various populations using lifestyle as a means of redemption of God’s creation structure and order
Prerequisites:
KPE-304,
KPE-318,
KPE-222,
KPE-223Year 4 standing in the honors or B.Kin program
Clinical and Rehabilitative Exercise Prescription (KPE-422)
Students will learn how to prescribe exercise for the purpose of disease prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation in those with chronic mental and/or physical conditions. An introduction to clinical procedures will assist students in preparing for clinical practice.
Prerequisites:
KPE-318,
KPE-130Year 4 standing
Philosophy of Physical Education, Sports and Recreation (KPE-432 (Capstone) )
This course introduces the student to philosophical discussions related to physical education, sport and recreation and exercise. In particular, this course critically examines issues and ethical & moral questions within six main areas of philosophical inquiry, including: (1) the purpose of philosophy of physical education, sport and exercise; (2) metaphysics (the nature and value of sport and exercise); (3) knowledge and advancements in technology, science and the limits of the body; (4) the body and mind; (5) aesthetics; and (6) issues of equity. In addition, we dive deeply into our role as Christians in all areas of physical education, sport and exercise, such as spectators, educators, advocates, trainers, physiotherapists, and/or athletes.
Prerequisites:
Year 4 standing. KPE-432 is the Capstone Course for the Physical Education Department and is required for all majors in the 4th year.
Internship (KPE-480)
A kinesiology and physical education internship provides students with an opportunity to obtain direct experiences and exposure to some aspects of their area of study outside the classroom. Internships may be done in a variety of areas dealing with physical education, sport or recreation such as physiotherapy/occupational clinics, special population clinics or programs, motor performance lab, research, coaching, sport management/administration or marketing, recreation, sport/exercise, or health promotion or work with a registered kinesiologist. The purpose of the internship is to assist students in making career decisions and to prepare them for post-graduate educational and employment opportunities. See page 45 for information on internships.
Prerequisites:
Year 4 standing in an honors or B.Kin program and permission of the department
Independent Research Project (KPE-490)
For more information on setting up an independent research project see page 45 of the Academic Calendar.
Prerequisites:
Year 4 standing in an honors or B.Kin program and permission of the department.
Fundamentals of Pickleball (KPE-143)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Yoga (KPE-144)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Soccer (KPE-151)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Basketball (KPE-152)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Volleyball (KPE-153)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Badminton (KPE-154)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Dance (KPE-158)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
Fundamentals of Co-operative and Experiential Games I (KPE-160)
Activity courses designed to enable students to develop basic skills and knowledge of a particular sport, as well as physical fitness and a proper attitude toward participation in sport
(0.75 credits each).
