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Kinesiology Honours
This bachelor of science with honours (BSc) degree offers students the option of completing either the Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration, or completing the general program instead.
The program is accredited with the Canadian Council of University Physical Education and Kinesiology Administrators (CCUPEKA).
Please read descriptions of required BPK courses before enrolling in the program.
Note that students cannot combine: a double major, nor a double minor, nor a major/minor program in the areas of kinesiology, biomedical physiology, or behavioural neuroscience.
Admission Requirements
Application requires
- completion of a minimum of 90 units
- a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- submission of a completed Honours approval form posted on the BPK website along with the student’s most recent advising transcript, to the Undergraduate Program Chair.
Prerequisite and Required Course Grades
Students enrolling in biomedical, physiology and kinesiology courses must have a grade of C- or better in prerequisite courses. Students enrolled in kinesiology certificate, minor, major (including the concentration), honours, second degree, and post baccalaureate diploma programs must have grade of C- or better in all required courses.
Program Requirements
Lower Division Requirements
The program’s lower division requirements are structured as a common core set, an additional set of courses for the Kinesiology General Program, or the optional Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration, and general elective courses that include the University's breadth requirements.
Core Courses
Students complete all of the following courses:
An introduction to the biochemical and physiological mechanisms of living organisms. Topics covered include cell structure and function, DNA replication and the flow of genetic information, enzyme function, metabolism and physiology of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Prerequisite: High school Biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better; and High school Chemistry 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or CHEM 111 with a C- or better. Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Onkar Bains |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
Atomic and molecular structure; chemical bonding; thermochemistry; elements; periodic table; gases liquids, solids, and solutions. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: Chemistry 12 with a minimum grade of C, or CHEM 109 or 111 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 120 or 125 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
Chemical equilibria; electrochemistry; chemical thermodynamics; kinetics. Students who intend to take further laboratory courses in chemistry should take CHEM 122 concurrently with CHEM 126. Prerequisite: CHEM 120 or 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 124 or CHEM 180 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Hogan Yu |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D107 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D108 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D109 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D110 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Structure, bonding, physical and chemical properties of simple organic compounds. Introduction to spectroscopy. Kinetics and mechanisms of organic reactions. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 122. Students with credit for CHEM 280 or CHEM 285 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
Survey of theories and laboratory procedures for assessing human health status and physical performance, including biomechanics, body composition, development, environmental physiology, ergonomics, exercise physiology and motor learning. Functional anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular, nervous, respiratory, skeletal and skeletal muscle systems in relation to physical activity are explored. Prerequisite: One of Grade 12 Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics with a grade of C or better; or one of BPK 105, BPK 110, BPK 143, BISC 100, BISC 113 or HSCI 100 with a grade of C or better. Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mike Walsh |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Introduces the student to exercise physiology. Focuses on personal exercise prescription to improve aerobic capacity, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. Also discusses athletic conditioning, e.g. speed and power training. The effects of nutritional and environmental factors on exercise and the role of exercise in weight control and stress management are considered. Prerequisite: Recommended: Medical clearance from a personal physician. Students with credit for BPK 141 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Science.
This course will cover the application of basic mechanics to human movement. It will provide students with a basic understanding of how forces act on body segments and how movements are produced. The subject matter of this course is relevant to quantifying all forms of physical activity, from activities of daily living, physically challenged movement patterns, to elite athletic performance. It also has applications in medical settings, including rehabilitation and sports medicine. Prerequisite: MATH 150, 151 or 154, MATH 152 or 155 (may be taken concurrently), PHYS 101 (or 120 or 125 or 140), BPK 142. Quantitative.
An introductory survey of human physiology with an emphasis on mechanisms of regulation and integration. Anatomy of structures will be detailed only when it is critical to a functional understanding. Although this is intended as a survey course, some topics will be covered in reasonable detail in order to give insight into mechanisms of function. Prerequisite: BISC 101, CHEM 281, PHYS 101 and 102. BPK 208 may not be used as a substitute for BPK 205 by students in the BPK Major and Honours programs. BPK Major and Honours students who have taken BPK 105 must also take BPK 205. For students taking both of these courses, credit will only be given for BPK 205.
Students are introduced to basic concepts in the sensorimotor planning and control of movement. Topics include the factors and disorders affecting movement, sensory and motor physiology, sensorimotor integration, current theories of motor control, and motor learning. Taught from a behavioral and neurophysiological perspective that explores psychological influences on motor control. Prerequisite: BPK 142 or permission of instructor.
Research methodology and associated statistical analysis techniques for students with training in the life sciences. Intended to be particularly accessible to students who are not specializing in Statistics. Prerequisite: Recommended: 30 units. Students cannot obtain credit for STAT 201 if they already have credit for - or are taking concurrently - STAT 101, 203, 205, 285, or any upper division STAT course. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Tim Swartz |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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| OP01 | TBD |
and one of
An introduction to cellular processes with an emphasis on protein structure and function. Topics that will be explored include transcription, translation and protein synthesis, basic metabolic pathways, biomembranes, organelles, vesicle transport, the cytoskeleton and cell signaling. Prerequisite: BISC 101; CHEM 281 as prerequisite or corequisite.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Ingrid Northwood |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell structure and function, integrating ultrastructural, physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course. Prerequisite: MBB 222, BISC 101, CHEM 281 with grades of C- or better. Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 282 or CHEM 283.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Sophie Sneddon |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
and one of
Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Topics as for Math 151 with a more extensive review of functions, their properties and their graphs. Recommended for students with no previous knowledge of Calculus. In addition to regularly scheduled lectures, students enrolled in this course are encouraged to come for assistance to the Calculus Workshop (Burnaby), or Math Open Lab (Surrey). Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B+, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B-, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the 911³ԹÏ Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 151, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 150 for further credit. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Seyyed Aliasghar Hosseini |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| OP01 | TBD |
Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, inverse functions. Limits, continuity, and derivatives. Techniques of differentiation, including logarithmic and implicit differentiation. The Mean Value Theorem. Applications of differentiation including extrema, curve sketching, Newton's method. Introduction to modeling with differential equations. Polar coordinates, parametric curves. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least A, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the 911³ԹÏ Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 151 for further credit. Quantitative.
Designed for students specializing in the biological and medical sciences. Topics include: limits, growth rate and the derivative; elementary functions, optimization and approximation methods, and their applications; mathematical models of biological processes. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least C, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the 911³ԹÏ Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 151 or 157 may not take MATH 154 for further credit. Quantitative.
and one of
Riemann sum, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, definite, indefinite and improper integrals, approximate integration, integration techniques, applications of integration. First-order separable differential equations and growth models. Sequences and series, series tests, power series, convergence and applications of power series. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 154 or 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 155 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Vijaykumar Singh |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| OP01 | TBD |
Designed for students specializing in the biological and medical sciences. Topics include: the integral, partial derivatives, differential equations, linear systems, and their applications; mathematical models of biological processes. Prerequisite: MATH 150, 151 or 154, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 152 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mahdieh Malekian |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| OPO1 | TBD |
and one of
Force and motion, conservation of energy and momentum, fluids, properties of soft matter and thermal physics with applications taken from the life sciences. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12 or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. This prerequisite may be waived, at the discretion of the department, as determined by the student's performance on a regularly scheduled PHYS 100 final exam. Please consult the physics advisor for further details. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157; BISC 100 or 101 or 102. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 120, 125 or 140 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Andrew DeBenedictis |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D107 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D108 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D109 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D110 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
A general calculus-based introduction to mechanics. Topics include translational and rotational motion, momentum, energy, gravitation, and selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12 or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. This prerequisite may be waived, at the discretion of the department, as determined by the student's performance on a regularly scheduled PHYS 100 final exam. Please consult the physics advisor for further details. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 125 or 140 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
An enriched course in mechanics for students with good preparation in physics and mathematics. Special relativity and classical topics such as translational and rotational dynamics and conservation laws will be given a much more sophisticated treatment than in our other first-year courses. Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 151. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 120 or PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 125 for further credit. Quantitative.
A general calculus-based introduction to mechanics taught in an integrated lecture-laboratory environment. Topics include translational and rotational motion, momentum, energy, gravitation, and selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12, or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154. Students with credit for PHYS 125 or 120 or 101 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
and one of
Waves and optics; electricity and magnetism; modern physics emphasizing radioactivity, with applications taken from the life sciences. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or 120 or 125 or 140; MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157; both with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: BISC 100 or 101 or 102. Recommended Corequisites: MATH 152, 155 or 158; PHYS 133. Students with credit for PHYS 121, 126, or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Andrew DeBenedictis |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D107 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D108 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D109 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D110 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
A general calculus-based introduction to electricity, magnetism and optics. Topics include electricity, magnetism, simple circuits, optics and topics from applied physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 120 or 125 or 140, with a minimum grade of C-, or PHYS 101 with a minimum grade of B. Corequisite: MATH 152 or 155. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit for PHYS 102, 126 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Sarah Johnson |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
An enriched course in electromagnetism for students with good preparation in physics and mathematics. Classical topics such as waves, electricity and magnetism, as well as wave particle duality and the birth of Quantum Mechanics, will be given a much more sophisticated treatment than in our other first year courses. Prerequisite: PHYS 125 or permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 152. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit in PHYS 102, 121 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
A general calculus-based introduction to electricity, magnetism and optics taught in an integrated lecture-laboratory environment. Topics include electricity, magnetism, simple circuits, optics and topics from applied physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 120 or PHYS 125 or PHYS 140, with a minimum grade of C-, or PHYS 101 with a minimum grade of B. Corequisite: MATH 152 or MATH 155. Students with credit for PHYS 126 or 121 or 102 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
Kinesiology General Program
Students who choose the Kinesiology General Program will complete one of
An introduction of the principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on topics of current interest. The material is presented in a Canadian context to focus on nutrition practices and problems in this country. Students will gain an understanding of factors affecting food selection and the role of nutrition in maintaining good health. Students will develop the ability to discriminate between reliable and unreliable information on the subject of food and nutrition. Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D107 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D108 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| Online |
Explores health from a holistic perspective, in which health is viewed as physical, psychological, and social well-being. Considers genetics, environment, personal health behaviors (such as diet, exercise, stress management, and drug use), socioeconomic status, health care delivery systems, and aging with the intent to improve students' abilities to evaluate health information. Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Damon Poburko |
Online |
Intended for students with a potential interest in ergonomics or human factors. The course surveys the design of work, the workplace environment, information systems, and consumer products. Topics include musculoskeletal disorders, manual materials handling, workplace design, organization of work, design of human/machine interfaces, environmental ergonomics, industrial design, and legal and social issues. Prerequisite: Grade 12 Biology or Physics, Grade 12 Math. Students with credit for BPK 180 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.
Includes delineation of the role of the sports therapist and will study the structural and functional characteristics of the body with regard to the prevention of injury in sport. A first aid approach to athletic injuries will be developed with practical experience in routine treatments. Prerequisite: BPK 142.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration
Students who choose this concentration will complete all of
An introduction of the principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on topics of current interest. The material is presented in a Canadian context to focus on nutrition practices and problems in this country. Students will gain an understanding of factors affecting food selection and the role of nutrition in maintaining good health. Students will develop the ability to discriminate between reliable and unreliable information on the subject of food and nutrition. Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D104 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D105 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D106 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D107 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| D108 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
| Online |
Explores health from a holistic perspective, in which health is viewed as physical, psychological, and social well-being. Considers genetics, environment, personal health behaviors (such as diet, exercise, stress management, and drug use), socioeconomic status, health care delivery systems, and aging with the intent to improve students' abilities to evaluate health information. Breadth-Science.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Damon Poburko |
Online |
Includes delineation of the role of the sports therapist and will study the structural and functional characteristics of the body with regard to the prevention of injury in sport. A first aid approach to athletic injuries will be developed with practical experience in routine treatments. Prerequisite: BPK 142.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
Breadth and Writing Requirements
For students admitted prior to September 2006, a minimum of six units must be selected from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
For students admitted September 2006 or later, a minimum of six units of designated humanities breadth (B-Hum) courses, and a minimum of six units of designated social sciences breadth (B-Soc) courses must be completed.
At least three units of lower division course work should also be identified as writing-intensive (W) courses. The quantitative (Q), science breadth (B-Sci) and undesignated breadth (UB) requirements are satisfied through completion of the kinesiology lower division core course set and hence do not require additional work. For more information, see .
Upper Division Requirements
All of the following courses must be completed with a grade of C- or higher.
Upper Division Core
All students complete the following, including all of
This course covers the evaluation of measurement quality, test construction and assessment, and computer techniques for data capture and signal processing relevant to issues in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology. Prereq statistical knowledge will be put into practice when discussing typical research designs, modeling and hypothesis testing in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology. Prerequisite: BPK 142, 201, 205, and STAT 201. Students with credit for BPK 304 may not repeat this course for further credit. Writing/Quantitative.
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D103 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
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A detailed examination of the physiology and pathophysiology of the cardiac, vascular and respiratory systems. The course focuses on integration of physiological mechanisms at the molecular, cellular and systems levels. Prerequisite: BPK 205, MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 (or 152). Majors from outside BPK require BPK 205 (or BISC 305), MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 (or 152) plus permission of the instructor.
A detailed examination of the physiology and pathophysiology of the nervous system, skeletal muscle and connective tissue. The course focuses on integration of physiological mechanisms at the molecular, cellular and systems levels. Prerequisite: BPK 207. Corequisite: BPK 305. Majors from outside BPK require BPK 205 (or BISC 305), MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 (or 152) plus permission of the instructor.
Pursues a systematic study of human anatomy with emphasis on functional applications. A comparative study of organs and body systems using laboratory dissections to provide an understanding of the three dimensional organization of the human body. Participation in all labs is required. Prerequisite: Admission to the major or honours program in Behavioural Neuroscience or Biomedical Physiology or Kinesiology. BPK 142, 201, 205 and at least 60 units. Behavioral Neuroscience Major and Honours students require BPK 142, 205, PSYC 280 and at least 60 units. Students with credit for BPK 325 may not repeat this course for further credit.
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Leanne Ramer Michael Rosenblat |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
Relationships among health, physical activity, and other health-associated behaviors are examined. In addition, the theories and models of health behavior, in the context of intervention and promotion strategies, are discussed. Pertinent background information is provided, concerning the influence of fitness on various disease states, as well as the epidemiology of health and exercise behaviors. Prerequisite: BPK 142, STAT 201 (or PSYC 201). Recommended: BPK 140.
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May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 8:30–11:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
Only students in the honours program may enroll in BPK 491. Prerequisite: 90 units, BPK 304W (may be taken concurrently) and permission of the chair of the undergraduate program committee. A minimum grade of B in this course is needed to register in BPK 495 or BPK 499. Students with credit for BPK 497 may not take this course for further credit.
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Student will perform an individual research project under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member. The project will carry out the research for the honours thesis proposed in BPK 491 - Undergraduate Honours Thesis Proposal. Prerequisite: BPK 491 (minimum grade of B). Corequisite: BPK 499. Only students in the honours program may enroll in BPK 495. Students with credit for BPK 499 prior to Fall 2016 may not take this course for further credit.
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A written thesis based on research previously proposed in BPK 491 and performed in BPK 495. Regulations regarding the locale of the work, supervision and other arrangements, follow those for BPK 491. The written thesis should be submitted to the chair of the undergraduate program committee by the last day of exams of the term. The thesis will also be presented orally as a seminar in an open forum at the end of the term. Students may enroll in a maximum of one additional course concurrently with BPK 499 and BPK 495 with permission from the faculty honours supervisor. Prerequisite: BPK 491 (minimum grade of B). Corequisite: BPK 495. Only students in the honours program may enroll in BPK 499.
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A laboratory course on the quantitative biomechanical evaluation of human movement. Students will learn analysis techniques for quantifying kinematics and kinetics of body segments in athletes, normal populations, and special populations during activities such as walking and jumping. Experiments will look at the nature of muscular force generation, and the mechanical impedance properties of the musculoskeletal system, as well as patterns of muscle activation, using surface EMG. Prerequisite: PHYS 102 (or 121 or 126 or 141), BPK 201. Quantitative.
* Students can complete both BPK 301 and 407, and count one as an elective.
+ BPK 304W satisfies the University’s breadth requirements of three upper division units in writing
General Program or Concentration Upper Division Requirements
Students complete either the general program requirements as listed immediately below, or they can choose to complete the requirements for the Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration (see below).
General Program
This program option requires a total of at least 60 upper division units, which is composed of the upper division core courses shown above and the following additional requirements.
Students who choose this option will complete an additional 21 biomedical physiology and kinesiology units chosen from upper division BPK (or KIN) courses, excluding BPK or (KIN) 325, 342, 491, 495 and 499. MBB 321 may be used to satisfy three units of this requirement.
As well, an additional three upper division units, chosen from any department, including BPK, except for BPK 325, 342, 457, 459, 491, 495 and 499.
Students admitted in September 2006 or later are also required to complete the University's writing, quantitative and breadth (WQB) requirements, which includes the requirement of completing three units of writing-intensive credit at the upper division. The W component may be included within the upper division unit total for this general program.
Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration
This program option requires a total of at least 60 upper division units, which is composed of the upper division core courses shown above and the following additional requirements.
Students who choose this concentration will complete additional BPK units as specified below, including all of
Kinanthropometry uses measurements of the human body to determine its capability for function and movement. The theoretical background, practical application and clinical assessment for topics including anthropometrics, posture, balance, range of motion, strength, muscle length and walking and running gait will be investigated. Prerequisite: BPK 201, BPK 241 and STAT 201 or an equivalent statistics course.
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Michael Rosenblat |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D101 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D102 |
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
An extension of BPK 143, Exercise: Health and Performance, designed to provide students with an opportunity to appreciate principles of exercise leadership, assess individual fitness needs, design programs and monitor effects of prescribed exercise. The course includes a 34 hour unpaid practicum with an industry partner. The partner may require the student to enter into (1) a confidentiality agreement and (2) an Intellectual property agreement the result of which will be that the 911³ԹÏ Intellectual Policy R 30.03 will not apply to the intellectual property created by the student during the practicum. By registering for the course, each student acknowledges that it is aware of these requirements and understands that their entering into these agreements may be a requirement to complete the applicable course work. Prerequisite: BPK 142, 143 and 205; STAT 201 or an equivalent statistics course, BPK 340 (may be taken concurrently). Students must successfully complete a Criminal Record Check prior to enrolling. Students with credit for BPK 342 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.
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A detailed examination of the physiology and pathophysiology of the gastrointestinal, renal, endocrine, immune and reproductive systems. The course focuses on integration of physiological mechanisms at the molecular, cellular and systems levels. Prerequisite: BPK 305. Corequisite: BPK 306; however, students who took BPK 306 prior to Fall 2017, cannot take this course. Majors from outside BPK require BPK 205 (or BISC 305), MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 or 152 plus permission of the instructor.
Lab exercises will provide a hands-on experience in the acquisition of physiological data and mathematical and computer modeling of physiological systems. Lectures will provide an advanced understanding of select human physiological systems. Prerequisite: BPK 208 or all of BPK 205, 201, STAT 201 and a strong mathematical background.
The principles of nutritional biochemistry are applied to nutrition in life cycle - pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence and aging. The second part of the course deals with common disease conditions where nutrition plays an important role in prevention or treatment or both. The course is presented in the Canadian context featuring sources of help on Canadian practice, standards and regulations. Prerequisite: BPK 105 or 205, and 110. Students with credit for BPK 220 may not take this course for further credit.
This course examines the theory and application of nutrition for fitness and sport. Students will study issues around dietary practices commonly promoted for performance enhancement, including mechanisms, effectiveness, risks and regulations. Students will learn skills for critical evaluation of nutrition research and nutrition claims, and will employ these in several small group projects investigating specific nutrition issues and products. Prerequisite: BPK 105 (or 205), and 110. Students with credit for BPK 424 may not take this course for further credit.
The fundamentals of physiological growth and development from conception to maturity. Topics included form a strong foundation for those interested in designing appropriate activity programs for children of all ages. Prerequisite: BPK 105 or 205, and 142.
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The application of psychological principles and methods to the study of human performance at work. A systems approach will be taken to study the interactions among the individual worker, his/her task, groups of workers, and the management structure of the organization. Prerequisite: PSYC 210 or both of BPK 207 and STAT 201. Corequisite: STAT 201 may be taken concurrently. Recommended: BPK 180.
The mechanics and function of skeletal muscle, from the level of single muscle fibres to the whole muscle-tendon unit. The role of muscle structure, recruitment patterns and contractile conditions to the force development, power output and efficiency of contractions will be considered. Theoretical, experimental and computational aspects will be covered. Prerequisite: 90 credits, BPK 201 and 205, or BPK 208. Students with credit for BPK 421, Muscle Biomechanics, may not take this course for further credit.
Extension of BPK 201 provides students with an understanding of structure-function relations in musculoskeletal tissues (bone, cartilage and muscle) in health and disease. Includes effect of disease and aging on physiological and biomechanical properties, mechanics and prevention of tissue injury, and design of implants and prostheses. Prerequisite: BPK 201.
An advanced laboratory course in cellular physiological techniques providing students with theoretical and practical training in cellular physiology laboratory techniques such as DNA and RNA manipulation and quantification, immunofluorescence imaging of protein expression, tissue contraction studies and recording of nerve action potentials and modulation. Prerequisite: STAT 201 and BPK 305 for BPK Majors or STAT 201 and one of BISC 305, 405, or 455 with a C- or better for BISC Majors. Enrollment of non-BPK and non-BISC majors require permission of the instructor. Writing.
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Examines advanced and current topics in vascular physiology, with a focus on cell structure and signal transduction pathways related angiogenesis, hypertension, diabetes and obesity. Current research methodology and the relevance of vascular physiology to human health will be considered. Tutorial sessions apply course concepts through problem-based learning and literature analysis. Prerequisite: BPK 305. Students who have taken BPK 420 Advanced Topics in Vascular Physiology may not take this course for further credit.