Health Studies (HLTH)

HLTH 101 Introduction to Health Studies 1F 3C 0.5

An exploration of current issues and controversies in the promotion of optimal health with emphasis on the biological factors contributing to health or disease. Strategies and procedures for the reduction of risk factors for disease are described. Topical areas include: (1) human reproduction and sexuality, (2) nutritional factors and heart disease, and (3) genetic diseases and cancer. Antireq: Students with HLTH 140 and/or 141 may not take this course for credit

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HLTH 102 Introduction to Health Studies 2W 3C 0.5

The same as HLTH 101, with emphasis on behavioural factors as they interact with biological processes. The topics will include (1) the neurological bases and (2) the psychological bases of health related behaviour such as stress and addiction and (3) community health.

Antireq: Students with HLTH 140 and/or 141 may not take this course for credit

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HLTH 210 Growth, Development and AgingW 3C 0.5

The physiology of human growth, development and aging is examined, with special reference to the influence of diet, environment, exercise and disease on the normal processes.

Prereq: BIOL 230, 233

Cross-listed as KIN 210

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HLTH 220 Health and the FamilyF 3C,1T 0.5

The course focuses on the family as the basic social unit responsible for the development and maintenance of the effective physical and mental health of its members. The interaction of biological, behavioural, and socio-cultural factors will be considered as the family is examined using a lifespan approach. Prereq: HLTH 101/102 or 140/141, PSYCH 101 and Recommended SOC 101

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HLTH 245 Community HealthF 3C 0.5

This course examines the Canadian health care system by considering organizational principles, health resources and economics, service utilization, health care planning and health promotion strategies. There is a focus on societal and political issues which affect the health of the society through the delivery system. Prereq: Health Studies students only or permission of instructor

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HLTH 340 Environmental HealthW 3C 0.5

An introduction to the basic biological and toxicological processes that determine the effects of environmental pollutants on human health. Emphasis is placed on the mechanisms that give rise to chronic or delayed health effects, such as cancer, genetic mutations, and birth defects.

Prereq: KIN 317 or equivalent

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HLTH 341 Disease ProcessF 3C 0.5

An introduction to the study of biological factors governing the occurrence of disease in human populations, using selected diseases to illustrate disease mechanisms and identification of risk factors.

Prereq: BIO! 230, 233, KIN 317 or equivalent

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HLTH 344 Program EvaluationW 3C 0.5

A comprehensive and systematic introduction to the key concepts, methodologies, and issues related to program evaluation in general and their application to health programs in particular. Administrative and policy implications as well as the technical/methodological evaluation issues that face individuals involved in administering, planning, implementing, and evaluating health programs will be discussed.

Prereq: Basic courses in Statistics and in Research Design

Course Descriptions 16:79 Health Studies

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HLTH 346 NutritionW,S 3C 0.5

An elementary course in nutrition.with

special emphasis on diet for sport and

certain physiological conditions. Cross-listed as. KIN 346

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HLTH 348 Social Psychology of Health BehaviourW,S 3C 0.5

The study and application of basic social psychological processes in relation to selected health-related behaviours (e.g. family planning, overeating, smoking, non-medical drug use, cardiovascular risk factors, patient compliance, medical care utilization).

Prereq: PSYCH 101 or consent of

_ instructor

Cross-listed as KIN 348

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HLTH 349 Principles of Behaviour ModificationF,S 3C 0.5

A general overview of behaviour modifi-

‘cation principles and procedures. Basic

principles of reinforcement, punishment, modelling and desensitization are examined as they relate to health behaviour. Prereq: PSYCH 101 or consent of instructor Cross-listed as KIN 349

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HLTH 350 Occupational HealthF 1C,2S 0.5

Methodological approaches to the detection, assessment and management of toxic hazards (especially carcinogens) in the workplace and external environment. The health effects of chemical toxicants on specific human organ systems (lung, nervous system, immune system, etc.) are also examined.

Prereq: HLTH 340, or permission of instructor

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HLTH 407 Physiology of Coronary Heart DiseaseW 3C 0.5

An examination of the pathology, risk factors and rehabilitation programs related to coronary heart disease. Major emphasis is placed on the cardiorespiratory implications of exercise in the rehabilitation process.

Prereq: KIN 300 or permission of instructor

Cross-listed as KIN 407

16:80 Course Descriptions Health Studies

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HLTH 431 Research ProjectF,W,S 0.5

An independent research project on an approved topic, supervised by a faculty member. Includes an approved proposal and completion of the first 3 chapters of the thesis — Introduction, Review of Literature, and Methods.

Recommended for students planning graduate studies.

Offering is contingent on the avait ability of resources.

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HLTH 432 Research ProjectF,W,S 0.5

An independent research project on an approved topic, supervised by a faculty member. Includes data collection, data analysis and presentation of results in thesis form. Prereq: Completion of HLTH 431 Recommended for students planning graduate studies. : Offering is contingent on the avail ability of resources.

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HLTH 433 Advanced Research ProjectF 0.5

A course designed to familiarize students with the skills requisite for the formulation, execution and written presentation of an empirical research project. After a general discussion of the pertinent issues, students will be asked to analyse independently a data set related to a topic of interest to Health Studies students and to present this in a thesis format. Prereq: KIN 222, 330 and CS 316 Students must be enrolled in either fourth-year regular or 3B Co-op of the Health Studies program.

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HLTH 442 Epidemiology of Chronic DiseasesF 3C 0.5

An investigation of the epidemiology of selected non-communicable diseases. The course emphasizes understanding of epidemiologic methods and identification of risk factors.

Prereq: An introductory statistics course or consent of instructor

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HLTH 443 Behaviour and Chronic DiseaseW 3C 0.5

A critical analysis of various behavioural strategies for the prevention of coronary heart disease, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and lung cancer. The role of behaviour in the pathogenesis of disease and the feasiblity of behavioural change for prevention of disease will be discussed. Prereq: HLTH 344, 348, 349

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HLTH 445 Seminar in Health PromotionW 3C 0.5

A study of current issues pertaining to health promotion, health behaviour, or biomedical research. Topics may include pertinent research that is significant to the health of individuals, families and groups, or the community. Prereq: Health Studies students only Normally only fourth-year students will be admitted.

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HLTH 472 Independent StudyF,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. Depending on student demand and availability of teaching resources, special

topics may be presented to small groups _

in a lecture format. Such topics have included Pharmacology, Behavioural Immunity, Nutrition, The Health Care System.

Prereq: Consult with the Department

Department of History

Associate Professor, Chairman of the

Department

D.A. Davies, BA, PhD (Washington), Recipient of the Distinguished Teacher Award

Associate Professor, Undergraduate

Officer

K.D. Eagles, BA (Cambridge), MA, PhD (Washington)

Professors

M.J. Craton, BA (London), MA, PhD (McMaster) FRHistS

J.R. English, BA (Waterloo), AM, PhD (Harvard)

P. Forsyth,? AB (Mount Holyoke), MA, PhD (Toronto), Recipient of the Distinguished Teacher Award

L.T. Guelke,’ BSc (Cape Town), MA (York), PhD (Toronto)

P.J. Harrigan, BA (Detroit), AM, PhD (Michigan)

J.F.H. New, BA, MA (Melbourne), PhD (Toronto), FRHistS

Associate Professors R.L. Fowler,? BA, MA (Toronto), DPhil (Oxford)

F.C. Gérard, MA (Collége St. Dominique, France), BD, STM (McGill), PhD (Hartford, Conn.) P

S.K. Johannesen, BA (Evangel College), MA, PhD (Missouri)

R.C. MacGillivray, BA (Queen's) AM, PhD (Harvard)

K.M. McLaughlin, BA (Waterloo), MA (Dalhousie), PhD (Toronto) J

W.L. Mitchinson, BA, MA, PhD (York)

W.O. Packull, BA (Guelph), MA (Waterloo), PhD (Queen's) G

E.P. Patterson, BA (Baylor), MA (Kansas).

PhD (Washington)

R. Sawatsky, BChEd (CMBC), BA (Bethel College), MA (Minnesota), MA, PhD (Princeton) G

J.A. Wahl, CR, BA (Western Ontario), MA, PhD (St. Louis) J

J.W. Walker, BA (Toronto), MA (Waterloo), PhD (Dalhousie)

Assistant Professors

L.A. Curchin,? BA (Western Ontario), MA (Toronto), MA (Carleton), PhD (Ottawa)

D.J. Horton, BA (Waterloo Lutheran}, MA (Waterloo), PhD (McGill)

H.A. MacDougall, BA, MA, PhD (Toronto)

K.J. MacHardy, BA, MA (Western Ontario), PhD (Berkeley)

L.L. Neuru,? BA (San Francisco), MA (Oregon), PhD (McMaster)

C.A. Snyder, BA (Waterloo), MA, PhD (McMaster), G

G.J. Stortz, BA, MA (Waterloo), PhD (Guelph), J

D.E. Wright, BA (Cambridge), MA, PhD (McMaster)

Adjunct Faculty

R.P. Fuke, BA (Toronto), MA (Maryland), PhD (Chicago)

W. Klaassen, BA (McMaster), DPhil (Oxford) G

J.O. Stubbs, BA (Toronto), MSc (Econ) (London), DPhil (Oxford)

Lecturer L.G. Friesen, BA (Waterloo), MA (Toronto), G

Faculty Member holding cross appointment to History from: Geography

2Classical Studies

G refers to faculty members at Conrad Grebel College.

J refers to faculty members at St. Jerome's College

P refers to faculty members at St. Paul's College

~ Rrefers to faculty members at Renison

College

Courses not offered in the current academic year are listed at the. end of this section.

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