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Graduate Studies Calendar 2013-2014 Courses of Instruction Course Descriptions J, K Kinesiology KNES
Kinesiology KNES

Instruction offered by members of the Faculty of Kinesiology.

Students should also see course listings under the headings Athletic Therapy, Dance Education, and Physical Education.

Graduate Courses
Kinesiology 603       Special Topics
Intensive study of selected topics in human physical activity and related subjects as follows: Applied Sport Psychology; Biomechanics; Cognitive Science: Vision and Motor Behaviour; Exercise and Health Physiology; Health and Exercise Psychology; Motor Learning; Multi-Media Applications in Learning; Neuro-Motor Psychology; Nutrition, Metabolism and Genetics; Sport and Exercise Psychology; Sport History; Sport Medicine; Sport Sociology.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Kinesiology 606       Practical Skills for Applied Exercise Physiology
To develop practical skill and techniques associated with applied exercise physiological measurement vs. measurements in the areas of body composition, cardio-respiratory and musculoskeletal fitness.
Course Hours:
F(3T-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 609       Statistical Techniques in Kinesiology
Basic concepts of statistical analysis as they apply to research methods used in various disciplines in kinesiology.
Course Hours:
H(3-1T)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for both Kinesiology 609 and 603.84 will not be allowed.
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Kinesiology 611       Research Methods in Kinesiology
An overview of research methods including study design, data collection, measurement, interpretation of data, scientific writing, and critical appraisal of the literature relevant to kinesiology.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
One graduate course in Biostatistics or Statistics (including Kinesiology 609, Medical Science 643.01, Psychology 614, or equivalent) and admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 615       Seminar in Applied Exercise Physiology I
Lectures and seminar presentations, discussion and critique of current research in applied exercise physiology and related subjects.
Course Hours:
Q(1-1S)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 617       Seminar in Applied Exercise Physiology II
Lectures and seminar presentations, discussion and critique of current research in applied exercise physiology and related subjects. Focus on chronic disease.
Course Hours:
Q(1-1S)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 637       Nutrition for Physically Active Populations
The nutritional requirements of specific athletic and/or physically active groups such as cardiac rehabilitation patients and child athletes.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 663       Advanced Muscle Mechanics and Physiology
A look at problems associated within muscle mechanics and contractility. Also the use of muscle mechanics as a scientific discipline to critically learn and evaluate the scientific process. Basic anatomy and physiology of muscle contraction including the cross-bridge theory, and the force-length, force-velocity and force-time relationships of actively and passively contracting muscles will also be covered.
Course Hours:
H(3-1/2)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
Also known as:
(Mechanical Engineering 663)/(Medical Science 663)
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Kinesiology 673       Exercise Physiology
Topics in exercise physiology will include the effects of exercise on muscle, metabolism, hormones, respiration, and the cardiovascular system. Nutrition, body composition, ergogenic aids, and environmental factors will also be examined.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Kinesiology 473 and admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 690       Practicum
The practicum will consist of multiple experiences in applied physiology environments.
Course Hours:
F(1T-8)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Kinesiology 703       Special Topics
Intensive study of selected topics in Kinesiology as follows: Applied Sport Psychology; Biomechanics; Exercise and Health Physiology; Health and Exercise Psychology; Motor Learning; Multi-Media Applications in Learning; Neuro-Motor Psychology; Nutrition, Metabolism and Genetics; Physiology of Skeletal Muscle; Sport and Exercise Psychology; Sport History; Sport Medicine; Sport Sociology.
Course Hours:
H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Kinesiology 715       Seminar in Clinical and Applied Exercise Physiology
An advanced level of presentation and critical appraisal of research in applied physiology. Students will assume a leadership role in a seminar setting.
Course Hours:
H(1-1S)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 773       Integrative Exercise Physiology
The effects of exercise on the complex physiological interactions between different systems in the human body.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Kinesiology 673 and admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 775       Clinical Exercise Physiology
Exercise for clinical populations: exercise assessment and prescription for disease modification.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Kinesiology 773 and admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology 785       Training Strategies for Health and Sport
The science of improving health and athletic performance with appropriate periodized stress and recovery.
Course Hours:
H(3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Kinesiology 773 and admission to a Graduate Program in Kinesiology.
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