KIN 102 Biophysical Basis of KinesiologyF 3C,1T 0.5
Human physical movement is discussed from mechanical, anatomical and physiological viewpoints. The course provides a general orientation to the study of Kinesiology.
Kinesiology (KIN)
70 courses in the 1979–80 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
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Department of Kinesiology
Faculty listed in 1979–80
Professor, Chairman of Department N. J. Ashton, BSC (McGill), MS (Michigan)
Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies G.S.Kenyon', BPE (Br. Col.), MS (indiana), PhD (NYU)
Assistant Professor, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Affairs of the Faculty of Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies
W.N. Widmeyer, BA (W. Ont.), BPE (McMaster).
Faculty listed in 1979–80
MA (California), PhD (Illinois)
Associate Professor, Associate Dean of Graduate Affairs of the Faculty of Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies B. D. McPherson’, BA, MA (W.Ont.), PhD (Wisconsin)
Associate Professor, Associate Chairman Undergraduate Affairs
P. J. Bishop, BSc, BPE (Waterloo), MSc (Western Iilinois), PhD (Minnesota)
Associate Professor, Associate Chairman Graduate Affairs
K. C. Hayes, Dip, PE (St. Lukes College), MSc, PhD (Massachusetts)
Professors D. A. Winter’, BSc, MSc (Queen's), PhD (Dalhousie)
Associate Professors
Faculty listed in 1979–80
H. J. Green, BA, BPHE (Queen's), MA (Alberta), PhD (Wisconsin)
M. E. Houston, BSc (Toronto), PhD (Waterloo)
R. G. Marteniuk?, BPE, MA (Alberta), EdD (Berkley)
Faculty listed in 1979–80
R. W. Norman, 8S, BPE (McMaster), MSc (Alberta), PhD (Penn State)
D. A. Ranney, BA (Toronto), MD (Toronto), FRCS (England)
Faculty listed in 1979–80
Assistant Professors F. Allard?, BA, BPE, PhD (Waterioo) R. Hughson, BSc (W. Ont.), MSc (Br.Coi/.) E. Roy, BSc (Waterloo), MPE (Br. Col.), PhD (Waterloo) M. T. Sharratt, BA, MA(W.Ont.), PhD (Wisconsin) N. Theberge’, BA (Massachusetts), MA (Boston), PhD (Massachusetts) J. A. Thomson, BA, MSc (McMaster), PhD (Waterloo) R. Wells, BSc (Manchester), MEng (McMaster), PhD (Manchester) D. Williams, MS, PAD (Iilinois)
Adjunct Associate Professors
E. English, MBA (UCLA), MD (Toronto), FRCS (Canada) J.A. Israel, MD (Toronto), FRCS (Canada)
D. R. McTavish, MD (W.Ont.) FRCS
G.H. Mann, MB, BS (London), DRCOG (London)
Adjunct Assistant Professor D. Rainham, MS, BB, BCh (Wales)
Faculty members holding cross appointments as shown Sociology
*Psychology
3Systems Design
Course Descriptions
KIN 103 Psycho-Social Basis of KinesiologyF 3C,1T 0.5
An introduction to the study of human physical activity from psychological, sociological, anthropological and historical perspectives.
KIN 116 General and Organic ChemistryW 3C 0.5
An introduction to the chemical concepts of importance in kinesiology and health studies.
KIN 171 History of Sport and Physical Activity
Listed without a description.
KIN 200 Human Anatomy of the Limbs and TrunkF 3C,2L 0.5
A functionally-oriented study of the limbs and trunk by regions using predissected cadavers. A brief introduction to Neuroanatomy is included.
Prereq: Kinesiology, Health Studies and Dance students or permission of instructor. Lab 5 is for Dance students only. No Year 7 students admitted.
KIN 201 Human Anatomy of the Brain, Head and NeckW 3C,2L 0.5
The anatomical structure and function of the brain, cranial nerves and sense organs of the head are emphasized. Included is an introduction to the histology of the nervous system. An opportunity for some dissection of the head and neck is provided.
KIN 222 Statistical Techniques Applied to KinesiologyF 3C,2L 0.5
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics and the interpretation of data. A major consideration of the course is the use of statistics in the solution of problems in Kinesiology.
Prereq: Kin students only
Course Descriptions Kinesiology
KIN 252 An Introduction to the Sociology of SportW,S 3C 0.5
An introduction to the characteristics, processes and problems of sport as a social system. In addition, the social psychological aspects of sport invoivement are considered.
Prereq: Kin 103 and Soc 101
KIN 255 Introduction to Psychomotor BehaviourW 3C,2L 0.5
An information processing approach is used to introduce the principles of learning and performing fine and gross motor skills. In addition, social psychological variables are studied as they relate to the facilitation or decrement in learning and performance.
Prereq: Kin 103 and Psych 107
KIN 280 Administration
Listed without a description.
KIN 300 Physiology of Physical ActivityF 3C,2L 0.5
A study of the effects of physical activity on the muscular, circulatory and respiratory systems and the mechanisms through which the body adapts to activity and environment.
Prereq: Biol 151, 152
KIN 317 Human BiochemistryF 3C 0.5
An elementary course in human biochemistry including the metabolism and function of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and hormones. Emphasis is placed on the application of biochemical principles to human movement.
Prereq: Kin 116 or equivalent .
KIN 321 Introduction to the Biomechanics of Human MovementW,S 3C,2L 0.5
Anatomical, neural and mechanical considerations in the qualitative and quantitative analysis of human movement are examined. Concepts related to the biostatics and biodynamics of linked segment models of human motion are introduced.
Prereq: Phys 103, Kin 200 and 222
KIN 330 Research DesignW,S 3C 0.5
An introduction to the basic principles of scientific inquiry in Kinesiology. A systematic treatment of the logic and practice of methods and techniques employed in research related to physical activity with an examination of design, sampling, data gathering and analysis.
Prereq: Kinesiology students only
KIN 335 Evaluation of Human Motor PerformanceW,S 3C,2L 0.5
The nature and methodology of assessment is reviewed from theoretical and empirical perspectives. Taxonomies of motor performance are examined and principles developed for the measurement of specific construction in field and laboratory situations.
Prereq: Kin 222
KIN 340 An Introduction to Sports MedicineF,W 3C,2L 0.5
An introductory course to the area of sports medicine, including the prevention, care and rehabilitation of common sports injuries. Considerable attention is directed towards the mechanisms of traumatic injuries as well as the management in the acute, intermediate and advanced stages of injury care.
Prereq: Kin 200, 3rd and 4th year students only
Kin 3414 Ww 3C,2L 0.5
Selected Topics in Sports Medicine
A course for those students wishing additional study in the area of sport medicine. Topics to be presented include trauma to the head and vertebral column, internal injuries, heat problems and the medical and non-medical use of drugs in sport.
Prereq: Kin 340, Kin 207.
KIN 346 Nutrition (Health Studies 346)W,S 3c 0.5
An elementary course in nutrition with special emphasis on diet for sport and certain physiological conditions. Prereq: Kin 317 or equivalent
KIN 352 Aging, the Aged and Leisure: A Sociological and Social Psychological Perspective (Sociology 373)F 3C 0.5
Employing a sociological and psychological frame of reference, the process and problems of aging are analysed. Special emphasis is given to the problem of leisure time in the later years of life.
Prereq: Soc 101 and one other Soc course. Offered even years only
KIN 354 Social Psychology and Physical ActivityW,S 2C,1T 0.5
An examination of the social influences and group processes which occur within sport teams. Topics include conformity, the influence of onlookers and co-actors, leadership, group structure, and cohesion. Prereq: 2 term courses in Psych, or consent of instructor
Course Descriptions 339 Kinesiology
KIN 356 Information Processing in Human Perceptual Motor PerformanceF 2C,1T 0.5
An information processing model of perceptual-motor behaviour is presented. Human performance theory is used to study processes mediating input and output information. Specifically, the subprocesses of storage of information in memory, perception, retrieval of information from memory and execution of movement are examined.
Prereq: Kin 222, 255
KIN 357 Motor LearningW 2C,1T 0.5
A course focused on the bases and applications of theories of motor learning. Included are selected psychological and neurophysiological processes as they relate to these theories.
Prereq: Kin 222, 255
KIN 401 Physiological Adaptations to Physical ActivityW,S 3C,2L 0.5
An analysis of the physiologic adaptations that occur in « response to protracted physical activity and the influence of such adaptations on the reponse to work in. a variety of environmental conditions. Special emphasis is given to the changes occurring in skeletal and
cardiac muscle and the neuro endocrine mechanisms involved.
Prereq: Kin 300 and 317
KIN 402 Hydrospace, Altitude and Aerospace PhysiologyF,S 3C 0.5
An examination of man’s cardiorespiratory responses at rest and during work to selected stresses of hyperbaric and hypobaric environments.
Prereq: Kin 300
KIN 405 Exercise ManagementW 3C,2L 0.5
An examination of the rationale and procedures used in the development of exercise programmes for normally heaithy individuals.
Prereq: Kin 300 and 321
KIN 407 The Physiology of Coronary Heart DiseaseF 3C 0.5
An examination of the pathology, risk factors and rehabilitation programmes related to coronary heart disease. Major emphasis is placed on the cardio-respiratory implications of exercise in the rehabilitation process.
Prereq: Kin 300 or equiv.
KIN 410 Growth, Development and AgingF,S 3c 0.5
(Health Studies 410)
The physiology of growth, development and aging is examined with special reference to the influence of physical activity, diet and other environmental factors on the normal processes.
Prereq: Kin 200 and Biol 151
KIN 416 Neuromuscular IntegrationW 3C 0.5
An examination of the neural processes involved in the maintenance of posture and the control of movement. Prereq: Kin 201 and Psych 261 or permission of instructor.
KIN 420 Kinesiological Considerations in Equipment EvaluationF 3C 0.5
The principles of evaluation and design of equipment for human use are studied from a Kinesiological perspective.
Prereq: Kin 321 and 340
KIN 425 Biomechanics of Human MovementF 3C,2L 0.5
The quantitative analysis of human movement froma biomechanical perspective, including some neural control processes. Static, kinematic and kinetic analyses of single and multi-segment models of a variety of human movement forms are conducted. Prereq: Kin 321
KIN 426 Biophysical Signal Processing and Control SystemsW 3C,2L 0.5
Basic electricity and electronics for the student with a biophysical background. Application of signal processing techniques to biophysical signals encountered by kinesiology students. Modelling of biophysical systems, control systems associated with human movement and performance.
Prereq: Kin 321, Kin 300, Kin 357 or permission of instructor.
KIN 431 Research ProjectF,W,S
An independent research project on an approved topic, supervised by a faculty member. Required of all students enrolled in the Honours programme in Kinesiology. Kin.431 includes an approved design and the completion of the first segment of the paper. Prereq: Depending upon the topic selected, the student is required to achieve at least 60% in appropriate courses. Details are available in the Departmental office.
Kin 432 includes the completion of the project begun in Kin 431.
Prereq: Kin 431
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Course Descriptions Kinesiology
KIN 442 Adapted Physical ActivityW 2C,2L 0.5
The study of individaul problems and their implications for the Kinesiologist. Body mechanic problems orthopaedic disabilities, neurological disabilities, heart disturbances and respiratory problems are discussed. Prereq: Kin 300
KIN 452 Sport in Society (Recreation 303 Sociology 374)W,S 3C 0.5
An introduction to the sociology of sport. Utilizing the major frames of reference of the social sciences, the function of sport in contemporary society is examined. Prereq: Soc 101 and one other Soc course
KIN 453 The Psychology of Sport and Physical ActivityF,S 3C 0.5
The course focuses on the effects of participating in physical activity programmes upon the socio-psychological adjustment of the individual. Emphasis is given to the uniqueness of the individual personality and how a person reacts to different situations.
Prereq: Kin 354
KIN 456 Cognitive Dysfunction and Motor SkillF,S 3C 0.5
An examination of issues related to understanding of the cerebral organization of motor skill. Discussion of how certain movement disorders are a reflection of disturbances at different stages in the sequence of information processing.
Prereq: One of Psych 206, 207. or Kin 356 Cross-listed as Psych 307
KIN 470 Seminar in KinesiologyF,W,S 3C 0.5
An examination of current major issues and trends in Kinesiology. Students select areas of major interest from a series of faculty introduced topics.
Prereq: fourth year Kinesiology students.
KIN 472 Directed Study in Special TopicsF,W,S 0.5
For the student who desires to pursue a particular topic in depth through guided independent research and/or reading. A faculty member must approve a student's project prior to registration. May be repeated in subsequent terms.
Prereq: Consent of department
KIN 480 Coaching FoundationsF,W,S 0.5
A study of basic principles and philosophies of coaching today. Emphasis is placed upon the application of kinesiological principles of performance as well as social, organizational and resource problems pertinent to each of several sport sections.
The specific sections offered are: Kin 481T - Volleyball, Kin 482T - Basketball, Kin 483T - Gymnastics, Kin 484T - Racquets, Kin 485T - Football, Kin 486T - Ice Hockey, Kin 487T - Field Hockey, Kin 488T - Aquatics, Kin 489T - Track and Field. Students must complete a minimum of three (3) sport sections before credit is given.
Physical Activities Courses
All physical activity courses are elective and non-credit and available only to students enrolled in Kinesiology. Students should consult with a faculty advisor concerning the applicability of these courses for entry into careers such as teaching. The following activity courses are offered if there are sufficient requests.
KIN 180 Elem. Basketball, W,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 183 Elem. Gymnastics, F,W
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KIN 187 Beginner Swimming, F
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KIN 188 Elem. Aquatics, F,W
Listed without a description.
KIN 281 Elem. Volleyball, F
Listed without a description.
KIN 282 Elem. Lacrosse, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 283 Int. Gymnastics (M), W
Listed without a description.
KIN 285 Elem. Football, F,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 286 Elem. Badminton, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 287 Elem. Soccer, F (even years)
Listed without a description.
KIN 288 Elem. Wrestling, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 289 Elem. Rugger, F (even years)
Listed without a description.
KIN 381 Elem. Tennis, F,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 382 Elem. Squash, W,F
Listed without a description.
KIN 383 Elem. Golf, F,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 384 Elem, Handbail/Paddieball, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 385 Elem. Field Hockey, F,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 386 Elem. Ice Hockey, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 387 Elem. Curling, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 388 Int. Aquatics, W
Listed without a description.
KIN 389 Elem. Track & Field, F,S,
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KIN 389A Outdoor Skills Camp, F
Listed without a description.
KIN 481 Adv. Volleyball, W
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KIN 482 Adv. Basketball, F,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 483 Adv. Gymnastics, W
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KIN 484 Adv. Racquets, W
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KIN 485 Adv. Football, W,S
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KIN 486 Adv. Ice Hockey, W
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KIN 487 Adv. Field Hockey, F,S
Listed without a description.
KIN 488 Adv. Aquatics, W
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KIN 489 Adv. Track & Field, F,S
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KIN 489A Ski School, W Course Descriptions . 341
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