51 graduate courses in the Winter 2015 Graduate Calendar, from Waterloo’s archived copy.
An analysis of the morphological, biophysical, molecular and physiological properties of skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscle. Topics range from the molecular regulation of muscle contraction, excitation-contraction processes, fatigue mechanisms, cell signalling, adaptability and pathophysiology.
LEC · Course ID 001745Archived pageKIN 601 today
The physiology of the cardiovascular and endocrine systems in work and superimposed environmental stresses are examined. Topics include myocardial function, hemodynamics, microcirculation, diffusion, acid base balance, body fluid regulation and the nature of hormonal and neural control systems.
LEC · Course ID 001746Archived pageKIN 602 today
This course will examine cellular and molecular mechanisms that play a major role in causing dysfunction of a variety of relevant tissues under a number of chronic conditions including aging, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, autoimmune disorders, neurodegenerative conditions, and muscular diseases. Topics to be covered include satellite cells/stem cells, apoptosis and necrosis, mitochondrial dysfunction, mitochondrial DNA, oxidative stress, autophagy and protein degradation, and inflammation.
LEC · Course ID 013459Archived pageKIN 606 today
This course will comprehensively examine the metabolic processes involved in energy production and expenditure in different tissues. The regulation and integration of protein, lipid and carbohydrate metabolism will be studied in the context of energy balance for healthy, aging and disease populations (including diabetes and cancer). The course will also explore nutrition and exercise implications on metabolism and disease.
LEC · Course ID 013453Archived pageKIN 607 today
An assessment of research in the biomechanics of human motion including electromyography, muscle modelling, link segment modelling and analysis, energy and power analysis. The above concepts will be utilized in the assessment of athletes and both the normal and atypical population in sport and rehabilitation contexts.
LEC · Course ID 001748Archived pageKIN 611 today
Techniques in data acquisition, reduction, and signal processing commonly employed in biophysical research are discussed in class and used in laboratory sessions. Among other instruments, the student becomes familiar with the use of a variety of transducers and their systems characteristics, electromyographs, the process of analog to digital conversion, documentation of motion, stress and strain, and the quantification of medical image data. Signal to noise enhancement is emphasized through all aspects of the course.
LAB, LEC · Course ID 001749Archived pageKIN 612 today
Biomechanics research typically requires the integration of experimental data collection and theoretical modeling approaches to answer complex questions. The purpose of Kin 613 is to sensitize incoming graduate students to the range, biological basis, and practicality of using or developing mathematical models for biomechanical investigations. This contrasts with KIN 612, which focuses on promoting rigorous experimental data collection and biological signal interpretation, or Kin 611, which seeks to develop the historical foundations of biomechanical research and promote critical reading of the scientific literature.
LEC · Course ID 014288Archived pageKIN 613 today
An examination of current theories and evidence concerning the neural control of human movement. Topics may include: origin of kinesthesia, organization of spinal circuits and reflex actions regulating posture and movement, neural strategies for the control of upright stance and locomotion, functional organization of the motor cortex, cerebellum and basal ganglia for the control of voluntary movement.
LEC · Course ID 001750Archived pageKIN 616 today
This course examines the relationships between physical and organizational aspects of the work environment and occupational musculoskeletal fatigue and injuries. Emphasis will be placed on back and upper limb injuries. Major topics covered include injury mechanisms, assessment of injury risk, reporting of injury and use of injury statistics, work site interventions and evaluation of their effectiveness and relevant legislation (including Human Rights considerations). A laboratory project using the methodologies studied in the course is an important component of the course. A project within a local industry, instead of the laboratory project is preferred but optional.
LAB, LEC · Course ID 001751Archived pageKIN 620 today
An examination of current social psychological theories and research in relation to human motor behaviour and performance.
LEC · Course ID 001753Archived pageKIN 625 today
This course introduces basic statistical concepts as they relate to Kinesiology.
(Cross-listed with HSG 605F)
LEC · Course ID 001754Archived pageKIN 631A today
The use of multiple regression models in the anlysis of multi-variable data sets. Strategies for model builidng, fitting of models, assessing model assumptions and testing hypotheses. Application of these models to problems in the health sciences.
(Cross-listed with HSG 605B)
LEC · Course ID 001755Archived pageKIN 631C today
The use of logistic regression for the analysis of multi-variable data sets with binary response. Strategies for model building, fitting of models, assessing model assumptions and testing hypotheses. Use of these models to anlayze prospective studies, case-control studies and cross-sectional studies.
(Cross-listed with HSG 605C)
LEC · Course ID 001756Archived pageKIN 631D today
Review of Hypothesis tests and Confidence intervals for paired and unpaired observations. The concept of a designed experiment and its associated model. Analysis of variance for one and two factor experiments including interaction. Contrasts for comparing various treatment means. Use of Residual analysis to check the statistical assumtpions of a design . SAS may be used to obtain listings used in the analysis.
(Cross-listed with HSG 605D)
LEC · Course ID 001757Archived pageKIN 631E today
Methods for determining Expected Mean Squares. Design and Analysis of Factorial, Fractional Factorial and Repeated Measures Experiments. Design and Anlysis and other designs as time permits. SAS may be used to obtain listings used in the anlysis .
(Cross-listed with HSG 605E)
LEC · Course ID 001758Archived pageKIN 631F today
Mathematical and computer modelling of first and second order passive and active biological systems; neuron, muscle and diffusion models. Biological feedback control systems: control of posture, gait and tracking tasks. Signal processing; analog and digital filtering, harmonic analyses, impulse response, convolution.
LEC · Course ID 001759Archived pageKIN 631G today
Selected nutrients will be examined in detail in regards to dietary intake, metabolism, metabolism and mechanistic effects on human health. Comprehensive coverage of nutrients is not intended, but the specific nutrients examined will include at least one example each from lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, water soluble vitamins, lipid soluble vitamins and minerals.
Antireq: KIN 446
LEC · Course ID 013455Archived pageKIN 646 today
An examination of current theories models and experimental literature concerned with the learning and performance of skilled movement. Topics may include: models of motor learning, expert-novice differences in skill, the automatization of skill, mental practice, the relationship between cognitive and motor skills.
LEC · Course ID 001760Archived pageKIN 651 today
This course deals with the learning and control of goal-directed eye, head, arm and hand movements. Topics include: Hick's and Fitt's Laws; goals, task plans and motor equivalence; the actor/environment interface; movement planning and organization; use of schemas, motor programs, feedforward and sensory feedback; motorsensory integration; and knowledge representation.
LEC · Course ID 001761Archived pageKIN 652 today
The course will provide a comprehensive examination of topics related to human neuroscience as it broadly relates to movement. These topics include the central nervous system control of human movement, sensorimotor control systems and modulation, attention, psychological factors that influence emotional and behavioral adaptation to chronic illnesses, prehension, movement sequencing, limb gesturing, tool use, gait and posture.
LEC · Course ID 013457Archived pageKIN 653 today
Human neuroscience research techniques are discussed in class and used in laboratory sessions. Students will learn the theory and gain practical experience with electroencephalography, event-related potentials, functional magnetic resonance imaging, transcranial magnetic stimulation, electromyography, digitized optical tacking of movement, psychophysics and survey methodologies.
LEC · Course ID 013458Archived pageKIN 654 today
Perceptual and motor deficits associated with damage to various brain areas are examined in terms of the underlying processing disorders. The role of cognitive (e.g., memory and language), motor (e.g., response complexity) and environmental context are considered. Case studies and clinic visits serve to complement material discussed in the seminar.
SEM · Course ID 001762Archived pageKIN 656 today
This is a weekly seminar including both student and faculty presentations of current research and student research proposals. The content of the seminars may vary from term to term depending on the availability of invited speakers, topics of interest to students and faculty, and the research of members of the group.
SEM · Course ID 010540Archived pageKIN 670A today
This is a weekly seminar including both student and faculty presentations of current research and student research proposals. The content of the seminars may vary from term to term depending on the availability of invited speakers, topics of interest to students and faculty, and the research of members of the group.
SEM · Course ID 010541Archived pageKIN 670B today
Both the MSc and PhD degree students must register for two of the following: KIN 670A, 670B, 670C, 670D, 670E, 670F, 670H, 670I to fulfill degree requirements.
SEM · Course ID 001763Archived pageKIN 670C today
Both the MSc and PhD degree students must register for two of the following: KIN 670A, 670B, 670C, 670D, 670E, 670F, 670H, 670I to fulfill degree requirements.
SEM · Course ID 001764Archived pageKIN 670D today
Both the MSc and PhD degree students must register for two of the following: KIN 670A, 670B, 670C, 670D, 670E, 670F, 670H, 670I to fulfill degree requirements.
SEM · Course ID 001765Archived pageKIN 670E today
Both the MSc and PhD degree students must register for two of the following: KIN 670A, 670B, 670C, 670D, 670E, 670F, 670H, 670I to fulfill degree requirements.
SEM · Course ID 001766Archived pageKIN 670F today
Both the MSc and PhD degree students must register for two of the following: KIN 670A, 670B, 670C, 670D, 670E, 670F, 670H, 670I to fulfill degree requirements.
SEM · Course ID 001767Archived pageKIN 670H today
Both the MSc and PhD degree students must register for two of the following: KIN 670A, 670B, 670C, 670D, 670E, 670F, 670H, 670I to fulfill degree requirements.
SEM · Course ID 001768Archived pageKIN 670I today
RDG · Course ID 001769Archived pageKIN 680 today
RDG · Course ID 009476Archived pageKIN 682 today
RDG · Course ID 010542Archived pageKIN 684 today
RDG · Course ID 001790Archived pageKIN 686 today
This survey course will be team-taught by members of the collaborative program, and will serve to introduce students to major subareas of ongoing behavioural neuroscience research at Waterloo. Topics will include cognitive psychopathology, apraxia, topics in visual neuroscience, early experience and brain development, cognitive electrophysiology, human locomotion, neuropathology of schizophrenia, object recognition, hemispheric specialization, motor control and psychoneuroimmunology.
(Cross-listed with HSG 677, PSYCH 677A)
LEC · Course ID 002626Archived pageKIN 687 today
The control of cardiorespiratory responses to exercise will be examined by detailed consideration of afferent, central neural and effector mechanisms for regulation.
LEC · Course ID 001800Archived pageKIN 702 today
Lipids are intimately linked to all cellular functions based not only on their structural role as membrane components, but also their use as fuel, interactions with proteins, as important second messengers in cell signalling and potent regulators of gene expression. The present course will examine the properties and how they impact various biological functions and human conditions including inflammation and cardiovascular disease. The course will also examine dominant lip analytical techniques that are specific to this field of study and examine the emerging field of lipidomics.
LEC · Course ID 013460Archived pageKIN 704 today
Modelling of the human musculoskeletal system during movement is explored using a number of techniques. Assumptions and difficulties in applying modelling techniques to the human body are stressed.
LEC · Course ID 001802Archived pageKIN 713 today
Topics include modelling of the neuromuscular basis of the myoelectric signal; processing of the EMG via functions (spectral and correlational, amplitude and temporal density); changes of EMG due to fatigue myopathies, etc. Neural and muscle stimulation techniques are also examined.
LEC · Course ID 001803Archived pageKIN 714 today
The use of biomechanical measurement and modelling techniques for the assessment of pathological movement. Case studies will be used to demonstrate the use of advanced biomechanics to diagnose and monitor the rehabilitation of the physically handicapped. The emphasis will be on the process of integrating many different kinetic, kinematic and EMG variables. The importance of data bases on normals and the problems of follow-up assessments on specific patients are also stressed.
LEC · Course ID 001804Archived pageKIN 715 today
An advanced graduate course that synthesizes the multidisciplinary issues (psychosicial, behavioural, physiological, biomechanical and legislative) related to low back disorders. A solid scientific foundation is developed from the study of anatomy, normal function and injury mechanics. This foundation is used to substantiate the best strategies for injury prevention, rehabilitation and performance training.
Heldwith KIN 427.
Antireq: KIN 427
LEC · Course ID 011876Archived pageKIN 727 today
This course will provide an overview of current thinking on work and health by introducing students to major substantive topics in the area from a multi-disciplinary perspective. The course will critically examine a variety of topics that may be investigated from different disciplinary perspectives. Classes will include presentations by faculty members representing different disciplines in the collaborative program. Examples of topics discussed in a given term may include work-stress relationships, healthy workplaces, and vulnerable populations.
LEC · Course ID 013139Archived pageKIN 730 today
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to different ways of designing and implementing research within the topic area of work and health as well as some of the practical, political and ethical challenges. The course content will include an examination of the epistemological positions associated with different types of research questions, analysis of case studies of research in work and health, and discussions of proposed research questions and proposals that examine problems from a variety of disciplinary perspectives. The course will also include presentations by researchers and practitioners from the work and health domain, who will facilitate discussions on the challenges and opportunities of conducting and applying research in this area.
LEC · Course ID 013140Archived pageKIN 731 today
This seminar is a forum for student presentations about results of or proposals for research. Invited speakers will also present results of research from time to time. Attendance at the seminar is required for two terms (i.e., during the candidates' first two years in the program). Attendance beyond that is encouraged. The range of topics that will be addressed in the seminar crosses all areas of investigation in the collaborative program. Grading will be on a credit/no credit basis.
SEM · Course ID 013141Archived pageKIN 732A today
This seminar is a forum for student presentations about results of or proposals for research. Invited speakers will also present results of research from time to time. Attendance at the seminar is required for two terms (i.e., during the candidates' first two years in the program). Attendance beyond that is encouraged. The range of topics that will be addressed in the seminar crosses all areas of investigation in the collaborative program. Grading will be on a credit/no credit basis.
SEM · Course ID 013142Archived pageKIN 732B today
This survey course will be team-taught by members of the collaborative program and will serve to introduce students to major sub-areas of aging, health and well-being research. Topics will be covered from each Department within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences.
LEC · Course ID 012422Archived pageKIN 750 today
This seminar is a forum for student presentations about results of, or proposals for research. Invited speakers will also present results of research from time to time. Attendance at the seminar is required for two terms (i.e., during the candidates' first two years in the program). The range of topics that will be addressed in the seminar crosses all areas of investigation in the collaborative program. Grading will be on a credit/no credit basis. Must be registered in the PhD program in Aging, Health and Well-being.
SEM · Course ID 012426Archived pageKIN 751 today
An analysis of specific topics of interest. The form of study may involve a review of literature or the planning and execution of an independent study resulting in a paper for possible publication.
RDG · Course ID 010546Archived pageKIN 760 today
Kinesiology 775 provides an opportunity for Kinesiology Doctoral students to examine some of the key issues and concerns that will arise in their post graduate careers. The course is organized in a seminar format. Examples of topics covered in the course are: Post Doctoral Positions in University and other settings; Job Interviews; Career Paths Within Academia: Promotion and Tenure Concerns; Collaborations; Reviewing Manuscripts and Grants and Writing Reference Letters. Ph.D. students must successfully complete this seminar at least once during their program. Normally, this course should be taken after the first year of registration in the Ph.D. program. Will be graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
Prereq: PhD programs in Kinesiology only.
SEM · Course ID 012869Archived pageKIN 775 today
An analysis of specific topics of interest. The form of study may involve a review of literature or the planning and execution of an independent study resulting in a paper for possible publication.
RDG · Course ID 001820Archived pageKIN 780 today
An analysis of specific topics of interest. The form of study may involve a review of literature or the planning and execution of an independent study resulting in a paper for possible publication.
RDG · Course ID 009477Archived pageKIN 782 today