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Research in kinesiology is often quantitative in nature and employs scientific methods. An understanding of statistical analyses and how to interpret them are essential to reading and critically evaluating kinesiology research. In this course, students learn about the stages of the research process...

Formerly KINS 2230This course provides an introduction to the study of the fundamental processes underlying human motor learning and control. Students examine the conceptual and empirical foundations of motor learning and control, and their application to coaching, sport, and physical activity...

Formerly KINS 1151In this course, students investigate the elementary principles of physics and mathematics and their application to quantitative analysis of human movement. Through experiential laboratory activities, students explore the basics of data collection, processing, and analysis using...

Formerly KINS 2275This course provides an investigation of the acute and chronic effects of exercise on body systems. Through experiential laboratory-based and field-based activities, students explore the cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscular responses to physical activity.Students will receive...

Kinesiologists often serve the public by providing knowledgeable advice regarding healthy lifestyle choices. In this course, students identify and describe contemporary lifestyles, associated behaviours, and major health concerns. They explore and discuss the responsibility of individuals to make...

Formerly KINS 2261This course provides an introduction to the sociology of health and illness, with a focus on sociological theories regarding health. Students explore the social determinants of health and their influence on the lived experience. They examine the history and structure of the...

Formerly KINS 2284Students explore developmental changes across the lifespan with an emphasis on physical growth and maturational and motor changes during the first two decades of life. Topics include growth assessment, analysis of motor development, the impact of physiological changes, and the...

This Special Topics course will focus on a defined subject area within the field of Kinesiology, and may not be offered every term. Course content will vary and will depend on a) College faculty who may wish to present a course in their specialty; or, b) Visiting lecturers.Prerequisite(s): Will be...

Etiology of common exercise and sport injuries with an emphasis on prevention, assessment, management and rehabilitation. Consideration of current issues and developments in sports medicine. Practical lab experiences include wrapping and taping.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in HKIN/KINS 1190...

An introduction to data acquisition and signal processing, with applications to kinesiology. The role of each component of a typical data acquisition system will be described. Basic sampling theory and filtering will be covered, and reinforced with laboratory activities. Common pitfalls in data...