UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOOFACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES | 2020

KINESIOLOGY

BEYOND IDEAS

KEEP PEOPLE MOVING

uwaterloo.ca/ahs/kinesiology

Learn the science of human movement and develop skills and knowledge in the areas of

anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, and neuroscience. Set yourself apart and

prepare for the real world by practicing your assessment skills in our state-of-the-art lab

facilities; many of your Kinesiology courses will feature a hands-on lab component.

FIRST-YEAR COURSES

FALL

KIN 104, 104L* Fundamentals of Kinesiology, Lab

AHS 107 Sociology o f Activity, Health, and Well-being

BIOL 130 Introductory Cell Biology

CHEM 120 Physical and Chemical Pr operties of Matter

MATH 124 Calculus and V ector Algebra for Kinesiology

WINTER

KIN 100, 100L* Human Anatomy: Limbs and Trunk, Lab

KIN 146 Introduction to Human Nutrition

BIOL 273 Principles of Human Physiology 1

PSYCH 101 Introductory Psychology

PHYS 111 Physics 1

*Equivalent to 1/2 of a lecture course.

YOUR FIRST YEAR | KINESIOLOGY

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We understand that the

best way to learn anatomy

is through hands-on

examination of the human

body, using real human

specimens. We’re one

of the first non-medical

schools in Canada to house

a School of Anatomy, and

as a first-year student,

you’ll get the unique

opportunity to investigate

the musculoskeletal

system in our human

anatomy laboratory.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE COURSES YOU’LL TAKE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR:

FUNDAMENTALS OF KINESIOLOGY LAB

Develop a solid foundation and practical measurement skills in the tests that measure cardiovascular function, neuromuscular function, and body composition.

HUMAN ANATOMY LAB

Using pre-dissected human cadavers, examine anatomy of the limbs, back, and central nervous and cardiovascular systems. Learn how muscles, nerves, and bones are involved in movement at the joints.

SAMPLE FALL-TERM SCHEDULEYour class schedule will be unique to you, but this sample can give you a sense of what your week could look like.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY8:30-99-9:30

9:30-10 MATH 124 (LEC) Calculus and

Vector Algebra for Kinesiology

MATH 124 (LEC) Calculus and

Vector Algebra for Kinesiology

MATH 124 (LEC) Calculus and

Vector Algebra for Kinesiology10-10:30

10:30-11 AHS 107 (LEC)Sociology of Activity,

Health, and Well-being

BIOL 130 (TUT) Introductory Cell Biology11-11:30

11:30-12KIN 104 (LEC)

Fundamentals of Kinesiology

KIN 104 (LEC) Fundamentals of Kinesiology

12-12:30

12:30-1

1-1:30

1:30-2CHEM 120 (LEC) Physical and

Chemical Properties of

Matter

BIOL 130 (LEC)IntroductoryCell Biology

CHEM 120 (LEC) Physical and

Chemical Properties of

Matter

BIOL 130 (LEC) IntroductoryCell Biology

CHEM 120 (LEC) Physical and

Chemical Properties of

Matter2-2:30

2:30-3

3-3:30

3:30-4KIN 104L (LAB) Fundamentals of Kinesiology

4-4:30 AHS 107 (TUT) Sociology of

Activity, Health,and Well-being

4:30-5 CHEM 120 (TUT) Physical and

Chemical Properties of

Matter (Bi-weekly)

5-5:30

5:30-6

6-6:30

Legend: (LEC) > Lecture; (LAB) > Lab; (TUT) > Tutorial

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FIRST YEARTrying new things and making new friends is an important part of your university experience. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your first year at Waterloo:

> Live in residence with clusters of Kinesiology students in the Kinesiology Living-Learning Community.

> Attend social events organized by the Applied Health Sciences Undergraduate Members (AHSUM) – the AHS student society.

> Meet an upper-year mentor through the weCONNECTu mentorship program.

> Get to know your professors by volunteering in their labs.

> Help with UW WELL-FIT – a group exercise program for individuals undergoing cancer treatment.

> Join a student club or campus recreation team.

> Visit the Centre for Career Action – their advisors can help you develop your résumé, find summer job opportunities, and prepare for a career after graduation.

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DEGREE REQUIREMENTSCourses required to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Honours Kinesiology:

REQUIRED KINESIOLOGY COURSES > 16

KIN 100 Human Anatomy: Limbs and Trunk

KIN 100L* Human Anatomy Lab

KIN 104 Fundamentals of Kinesiology

KIN 104L* Fundamentals of Kinesiology Lab

KIN 121 Biomechanics of Human Activity

KIN 121L* Biomechanics of Human Activity Lab

KIN 146 Introduction to Human Nutrition

KIN 202 Physiological and Metabolic R esponses and Adaptations to Exercise

KIN 202L* Physiological and Metabolic R esponses and Adaptations to Exercise Lab

KIN 204 Mo vement and Exercise Prescription (two-course value)

KIN 204L Movement and Exercise Prescription Lab

KIN 217 Human Biochemistry

KIN 221 Adv anced Biomechanics of Human Movement

KIN 221L* Advanced Biomechanics of Human Movement Lab

KIN 232 R esearch Design and Statistics in Kinesiology

KIN 255 Fundamentals of Neuroscience

KIN 255L* Fundamentals of Neuroscience Lab

KIN 470 Seminar in Kinesiology

Volunteer as a student trainer, and help to keep our varsity athletes in top physical

condition. You’ll work with a certified athletic therapist and gain experience in

sports injury assessment, prevention, and injury management techniques.

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KINESIOLOGY ELECTIVES > 7

CHOOSE 7 COURSES FROM:

KIN 140L* Sport Injury Management Lab

KIN 301 Human Anatomy o f the Central Nervous System

KIN 307 Methods in Physiological Research

KIN 310 Development, Aging, and Health

KIN 312 Introduction to Movement Disorders

KIN 320 Task Analysis

KIN 326 Forensic Biomechanics

KIN 327 Trauma Biomechanics

KIN 340 Injuries in Work and Sport

KIN 341 Selected Topics in Sport and Work Injuries

KIN 342 Nutrition and Aging

KIN 343 Micronutrient Metabolism

KIN 346 Human Nutrition and Metabolism

KIN 351 Therapeutic Rehabilitation Techniques for Orthopedic Injuries

KIN 352 Sociology of Aging

KIN 354 Psychology of Physical Activity

KIN 356 Sensor y Systems Neuroscience

KIN 357 Motor Learning

KIN 391 Research Apprenticeship

KIN 402 Micr ogravity, Hypo- and Hyperbaric Physiology

KIN 403 Occupational and Environmental Physiology

KIN 404 Physiological Basis o f Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

KIN 405 Exercise Management

KIN 406 Physiology of Muscle Aging and Disease

KIN 407 Cor onary Artery Disease – Prevention and Rehabilitation

KIN 408 Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology

KIN 414 Cases in Clinical Exer cise Physiology

KIN 415 Clinical Neurophysiology: Fundamentals for Rehabilitation of Human Movement

KIN 416 Neuromuscular Integration

KIN 418 Physical Activity and Aging

KIN 420 Occupational Biomechanics

KIN 422 Human Gait, P osture, and Balance: Pathological and Aging Considerations

KIN 425 Biomechanical Modelling of Human Movement

KIN 427 Low Back Disorders

KIN 428 Upper Extr emity Musculoskeletal Disorders: Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation

KIN 429 Bone and Joint Health

KIN 431 Research Proposal

KIN 432 Research Project

KIN 433 Senior Essay

KIN 440* Sport Injury Management Seminar

KIN 446 Physiological and Biochemical Aspects of Nutrition and Health

KIN 451 Social Aspects of Injury in Work and Sport

KIN 453 Applied Sport Psychology

KIN 456 Cognitive Dysfunction and Motor Skill

KIN 457 Cognitive, Perceptual, and Motor Assessment

KIN 458 Social Neuroscience and Health

KIN 471 Contemporary Issues in Kinesiology

KIN 472 Directed Study in Special Topics

KIN 491 Clinical Kinesiology – Sports Injuries Assessment

KIN 492 Clinical Kinesiology – Cardiac Rehabilitation Practicum

KIN 493 Clinical Kinesiology – Movement Assessment Practicum

REQUIRED COURSES OUTSIDE KINESIOLOGY > 7

AHS 107 Sociology of Activity, Health, and Well-being

BIOL 130 Introductory Cell Biology

BIOL 273 Principles of Human Physiology 1

CHEM 120 Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter

MATH 124 Calculus and Vector Algebra for Kinesiology OR MATH 127 Calculus 1 for the Sciences

PHYS 111 Physics 1

PSYCH 101 Introductory Psychology

FREE ELECTIVES > 12

You can use elective courses to explore other disciplines at Waterloo and/or specialize in an area of concentration within Kinesiology.

*Equivalent to 1/2 of a lecture course.

Note: The official source for degree requirements is the 2020/2021 Undergraduate Calendar: ugradcalendar.uwaterloo.ca.

MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

REHABILITATION SCIENCES

MACK

In high school, Mack enjoyed both science and sports, so our strong

focus on science and human movement was the perfect fit. The

hands-on assessment experience he gained in labs and classes helped

him secure early acceptance to a Doctor of Chiropractic program,

and has set him up for his dream career as a chiropractor.

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MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

REHABILITATION SCIENCES

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OPTIONAL PLANS AVAILABLE AFTER FIRST YEAR

MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY MINOR

OFFERED JOINTLY WITH THE FACULTY OF SCIENCEThis minor is excellent preparation if you’re interested in pursuing professional or graduate programs in medicine or biomedical research. It will provide you with elective courses that will prepare you for writing the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) and for graduate programs and careers in biomedical sciences and medical physiology research. You must consult the admission requirements for specific medical and graduate schools when choosing courses. Some courses include:

KIN 343 Micronutrient Metabolism

KIN 404 Physiological Basis of Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

KIN 406 Physiology of Muscle Aging and Disease

KIN 408 Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology

KIN 416 Neuromuscular Integration

BIOL 239 Genetics

BIOL 355 Biology of Human Aging

BIOL 373 Principles of Human Physiology 2

BIOL 444 Bacterial Pathogenesis

PHIL 226 Biomedical Ethics

PSYCH 307 Human Neuropsychology

REHABILITATION SCIENCES SPECIALIZATION

This specialization is excellent preparation if you’re interested in pursuing a health profession or post-graduate rehabilitation professional programs like physiotherapy, chiropractic, occupational therapy, and athletic therapy. You must consult the admission requirements for specific professional or graduate programs when choosing electives. Some courses include:

KIN 312 Intr oduction to Movement Disorders

KIN 340 Injuries in Work and Sport

KIN 407 Coronary Artery Disease – Prevention and Rehabilitation

KIN 414 Cases in Clinical Exer cise Physiology

KIN 415 Clinical Neurophysiology: Fundamentals for Rehabilitation of Human Movement

KIN 422 Human Gait, Posture, and Balance: Pathological and Aging Considerations

KIN 428 Upper Extr emity Musculoskeletal Disorders: Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation

KIN 491 Clinical Kinesiology – Sports Injuries Assessment

KIN 492 Clinical Kinesiology – Cardiac Rehabilitation Practicum

ERGONOMICS AND INJURY PREVENTION

HUMAN NUTRITION

MARK

Motivated by his interest in the role that

good nutrition plays in illness prevention,

Mark spent time during his undergrad

volunteering in the muscle physiology lab.

With the ultimate goal of helping others

improve their health and quality of life,

he’s now working on his master’s degree.

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ERGONOMICS AND INJURY PREVENTION

HUMAN NUTRITION

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OPTIONAL PLANS AVAILABLE AFTER FIRST YEAR

ERGONOMICS AND INJURYPREVENTION MINOR

You’ll graduate prepared to assess and prescribe solutions to problems in the workplace that involve issues such as human-machine interaction, matching skill level with job demands, employee wellness, circadian rhythm, workplace boredom, fatigue, and design of equipment in the interest of maximizing productivity and minimizing the risk of injury. Some courses include:

KIN 221 Advanced Biomechanics of Human Movement

KIN 320 Task Analysis

KIN 326 Forensic Biomechanics

KIN 327 Trauma Biomechanics

KIN 403 Occupational and Environmental Physiology

KIN 420 Occupational Biomechanics

KIN 427 Low Back Disorders

KIN 428 Upper Extr emity Musculoskeletal Disorders: Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation

SYDE 543 Cognitive Ergonomics

HUMAN NUTRITION MINOR

You’ll examine the effects of diet and food on health and disease in humans at the individual and population levels. Your studies will include investigations of cellular metabolism and physiological responses to nutrients, the impact of diet on chronic disease risk, and examinations of food choices in populations. Some courses include:

KIN 217 Human Biochemistry

KIN 342 Nutrition and Aging

KIN 346 Human Nutrition and Metabolism

KIN 404 Physiological Basis o f Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

KIN 446 Physiological and Biochemical Aspects of Nutrition and Health

BIOL 373 Principles of Human Physiology 2

HLTH 355 Public Health Nutrition

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WHAT IS A LAB, ANYWAY?At Waterloo, a lab is the experiential component

of a course. It’s your opportunity to apply the

knowledge you’re learning in the classroom.

In Kinesiology, our lab class size is typically 15 to 20 students. The room is often divided into workstations, with smaller groups of 4 or 5 students at each station. Our labs are taught by full-time lab instructors and may also include teaching assistance from upper-year undergraduate students and graduate students.

You’ll learn how to use state-of-the art equipment and graduate with experience administering the physical tests that are used in clinical settings. Some of the labs you’ll take include:

FUNDAMENTALS OF KINESIOLOGY LAB

Gain experience with administering physical analysis and assessment techniques in the human components of movement, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and the cardiovascular system.

FUNDAMENTALS OF NEUROSCIENCE

Learn the basic structure and function of the nervous system as it relates to the control of movement and behaviour. Assessments include balance control, reaction times, motor learning, and electromyography (EMG), the measurement of electrical activity produced by skeletal muscles.

BIOMECHANICS OF HUMAN ACTIVITY

Understand human activity from a biomechanical perspective. Analyses include rigid link segment models, centre of mass measurement, and the effects of forces on human motion.

PHYSIOLOGICAL AND METABOLIC RESPONSES AND ADAPTATIONS TO EXERCISE

Use physical assessment and measurement to understand the physiological and metabolic responses of the body to exercise and how the body adapts to exercise training. Gain experience in the administration of common assessment techniques such as VO2 max and Wingate testing.

You’ll be learning in

a new anatomy lab

and state-of-the art

teaching labs in our

56,000 square-foot

Applied Health Sciences

expansion building.

Hands-on experience

is an important part of

our Kinesiology program.

It’s what sets us apart.

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GRADUATE SUCCESSHere’s a sample of what some

of our grads are doing now:

GRADS IN PROFESSIONAL/ GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Physiotherapy

Medicine

Chiropractic

Occupational Therapy

Exercise Physiology

Ergonomics

GRADS AT WORKKinesiologist, North York Acute Care

Cardiology Technologist, Credit Valley Hospital

Ergonomist, General Electric Canada

Research Associate, London Health Sciences Centre

Physiotherapist, SOS Physiotherapy

Family Physician, Vancouver Coastal Health

We stay in touch with our grads.

See our graduate statistics online.

uwaterloo.ca/ahs/grad-stats

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