25 courses in the 1994–95 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Undergraduate Officer R.S. McColl, BMH 2319, ext. 2720
introductory Note HLTH 101/102 have replaced HLTH 140/141.
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.
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 heaith refated behaviour such as stress and addiction and (3) community health.
This course represents a first introduction to the study of aging and as such will provide a survey of the major biological, psychological and social aspects of aging. {t will be of interest to those who want to obtain some basic knowledge about growing old and being old, and it can also serve as the first step towards a more specialized study of these phenomena. Cross-listed as GERON 100 Antireq: Students who have completed any of the following courses GERON 255/ SCI 255, GERON 352/HLTH 352/KIN 352/SOC 352, GERON 217/PSYCH 217/ HLTH 217, GERON 218/PSYCH 218/ HLTH 218, GERON 400/HLTH 400, require permission of instructor
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, 273 (formerly BIOL 233}
What processes change as adults age? Is the idea of age-related decline in functioning a myth? The course deals with processes such as memory, perception, intelligence, and problem-solving. It also outlines the problems in interpreting developmental research.
Prereq: PSYCH 101
An examination of the psychological aspects of aging and the traditional and recent literature relating to various views on the reality of death in human life. Therapy with dying individuals is reviewed and evaluated.
Prereq: PSYCH 101 or permission of instructor
Offered at St. Jerome's College
Cross-listed as PSYCH 218/GERON
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, psychological, and socio-cultural factors will be considered as the family is examined using a lifespan approach.
Prereq: HLTH 101/102 or PSYCH 101 and recommended SOC 101
Cross-listed as GERON 220
This course examines the Canadian heaith care system by considering organizational principles, health resources, 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 or Gerontology students only or permission of instructor Cross-listed as GERON 245
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
An introduction to the study of biological factors governing the occurrence of disease in humans, using selected diseases to illustrate disease mechanisms and identification of risk factors. The means by which disease is induced and the host response are emphasized. The role that behaviour has in modifying biological response to disease is also considered. Prereq: BIO! 230, 273 (formerly BIOL 233), KIN 317 or equivatent
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, Health Studies students only or permission of instructor
Course Descriptions Heatth Studies
An elementary course in nutrition with special emphasis on diet for sport and certain Physiological conditions. Prereq: KIN 317 or Year Three or Four standing or permission of instructor Cross-listed as KIN 346
The study and application of basic social psychological processes in relation to selected health-related behaviours (e.g. family planning, overeating, smoking, nonmedical drug use, cardiovascular risk factors, patient compliance, medical care utilization).
Prereq: PSYCH 101 or consent of instructor
Cross-listed as KIN 348
An overview of behaviour modification 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
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
An introduction to individual and population aging. Topics discussed include: aging from a historical and comparative perspective; aging in subcultures; aging and the social structure; aging and social processeS; aging and the environment; work and retirement; and aging and ieisure patterns. Cross-listed as KIN 352/SOC 352/ GERON 352
Faculty and students from various departments meet to discuss individual and population aging from a multidisciplinary perspective. Topics include the definition of aging, the demography of aging, evolutionary and genetic factors, aging as a
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social process, and human aging patterns. Students wishing to enrol in this seminar must have completed at least six of the courses towards the Gerontology Certificate and must consult the Gerontology Undergraduate Co-ordinator before preregistering.
Cross-listed as GERON 400
An examination of the pathology, risk factors and rehabilitation programs related to coronary heart disease. Major emphasis is placed on the cardio-respiratory implications of exercise in the rehabilitation process.
Prereq: KIN 300 or permission of instructor
Cross-listed as KIN 407
A seminar course on the environment sources and causes of disease and illness, the concepts of health, e.g. medical, scientific, economic, political, etc., the health services and facilities and related technologies and the role and responsibilities of (urban and regional) planners in the creation of a more “healthful” environment.
Prereq: Third- and fourth-year students or consent of instructor
Cross-listed as PLAN 432
Estimated additional cost to student: 20
An independent research project on an approved topic, supervised by a faculty member, includes an approved proposal and completion of — introduction, review of literature, methods, data collection, data analysis and presentation of results in thesis form.
Recommended for students planning graduate studies.
Offering is contingent on the availability of resources.
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 the form of a research report. 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.
An introduction to the field of epidemiology. The primary objective is to provide an understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles and applications of chronic disease epidemiology. The course emphasizes understanding of epidemiologic methods and identification of risk factors.
Prereq: An introductory statistics course or consent of instructor
A critical analysis of behavioural dimensions of major current health problems. The role of behaviour as a determinant and complicator of disease is examined. Prospects for and principles of behaviour change in the prevention and management of disease are addressed.
Prereq: HLTH 344, 348, 349
Not offered in 1994/95, inquire with Undergraduate Officer about substitute courses.
A study of current issues pertaining to health promotion, heaith behaviour, or biomedical research. Topics may include pertinent research that is significant to the health of individuais, families and groups, or the community. Prereq: Health Studies students only Normally only fourth-year students will be admitted.
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
Course Descriptions Heaith Studies