Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc.) - Major Kinesiology - Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion
Kinesiology is an academic discipline focused on understanding the science of human movement. A thorough examination of human movement entails both the study of how individuals move, as well as the factors which limit and enhance individual movement. Thus, the sub-disciplines of kinesiology include: functional anatomy, physiology, biophysics and biomechanics, motor learning and neural control, biochemistry and nutrition, and fitness and lifestyle assessment. The application of this knowledge base permits improvements in one’s ability to move, as well as the development and implementation of strategies aimed at encouraging individuals to be physically active and to adopt healthier lifestyles. Course offerings in exercise prescription, health promotion and health counselling address this application of knowledge. Professionally focused physical and clinical activity practicum courses are also offered in the program curriculum.
The objective of this program is to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills and practical experience necessary for employment in a variety of fitness and health fields, as well as clinical settings. Additionally, upon completion of the program students will be eligible to pursue (in accordance with any additional requirements of the certifying body) certification as a Personal Trainer or Exercise Physiologist, from the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology or a Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario.
In the third and fourth years of the program, students will complete two workplace field placements designed to foster the development of transferable skills and familiarize themselves with the structure and function of fitness and health facilities. These placements will provide them with valuable experience and networking opportunities. Throughout their placements, students will participate in weekly seminars that will serve to critically analyze their experiences.
Students are required to complete 20.00 credits in order to be eligible for graduation: 18.50 core credits, 1.50 general elective options and four 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students must complete all requirements in order to be eligible to graduate with both the university honours degree (awarded by the University of Guelph) and the college diploma (awarded by Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning).
Transfer and Bridge Semester
Holders of the CAAT Fitness and Health Promotion or Lifestyle and Fitness Management diplomas who successfully complete the requirements of the BASc Kinesiology Bridge Semester, including 3.00 specific science, math, kinesiology and elective credits, will be eligible to transfer into semester five of the regular program. A maximum of 5.00 credits may be transferred from the CAAT Fitness and Health Promotion diploma or Lifestyle and Fitness Management diplomas to the BASc degree program. For more information on application to the Bridge Semester, contact Admission Services. For information regarding specific courses in the Bridge Semester, please see www.guelphhumber.ca
Conditions for Graduation
In addition to meeting all program specific course and credit requirements, students must have a minimum 60% cumulative average in order to be eligible for graduation. Students will not normally be eligible to graduate while on Probationary status or Required to Withdraw status. A student denied graduation while on Probationary status or Required to Withdraw status may submit a request for Academic Consideration to the Academic Review Sub-Committee.
Schedule of Studies
Note: All courses are weighted 0.50 credits unless noted otherwise.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Semester 1 | ||
KIN*1010 | Introduction to Health and Wellness | 0.50 |
KIN*1030 | Human Anatomy I | 0.50 |
SCMA*1120 | Cell Biology | 0.50 |
SCMA*1500 | Introductory Mathematics for Kinesiology | 0.50 |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 2 | ||
AHSS*1310 | Health Counselling and Behaviour Change | 0.50 |
KIN*1060 | Human Physiology I | 0.50 |
KIN*1070 | Biochemistry and Metabolism I | 0.50 |
KIN*1040 | Human Anatomy II | 0.50 |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 3 | ||
KIN*2060 | Human Physiology II | 0.50 |
KIN*2070 | Biochemistry and Metabolism II | 0.50 |
KIN*2100 | Fundamentals of Fitness Testing | 0.50 |
KIN*2200 | Exercise Techniques and Prescription | 0.50 |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 4 | ||
KIN*2010 | Health Promotion | 0.50 |
KIN*2020 | Fundamentals of Nutrition: Pharmacology and Toxicology | 0.50 |
KIN*2210 | Advanced Exercise Prescription | 0.50 |
SCMA*2110 | Research Methods for Kinesiology | 0.50 |
0.50 electives | 0.50 | |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 5 | ||
KIN*3010 | Exercise Physiology | 0.50 |
KIN*3020 | Injuries and Exercise Contraindications | 0.50 |
KIN*3100 | Fitness and Lifestyle Assessment | 0.50 |
SCMA*2080 | Mathematics and Biophysics | 0.50 |
SCMA*3080 | Statistics for Kinesiology | 0.50 |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 6 | ||
KIN*3030 | Nutrition: Exercise and Metabolism | 0.50 |
KIN*3090 | Field Placement I | 1.00 |
KIN*3200 | Performance-Related Exercise | 0.50 |
SCMA*3100 | Biomechanics | 0.50 |
0.50 electives | 0.50 | |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 7 | ||
KIN*3060 | Human Development and Aging | 0.50 |
KIN*3110 | Advanced Fitness Assessment | 0.50 |
KIN*3250 | Natural Health Products and Physical Activity | 0.50 |
KIN*4030 | Motor Learning and Neural Control | 0.50 |
KIN*3190 | Field Placement II | 1.00 |
or KIN*4300 | Kinesiology Thesis I | |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. | ||
Semester 8 | ||
KIN*4050 | Special Populations: Understanding Disease | 0.50 |
KIN*4200 | Exercise Prescription for Clinical Populations | 0.50 |
KIN*4310 | Kinesiology Thesis II | 1.00 |
or KIN*4400 | Independent Research Study in Kinesiology | |
0.50 electives | 0.50 | |
Select 0.50 credits from the following: | ||
KIN*4040 | Functional Anatomy | 0.50 |
KIN*4070 | Sports Nutrition | 0.50 |
KIN*4150 | Professional Skills for Kinesiologists | 0.50 |
Note: Option to enrol in 0.00 credit activity practicum courses. Students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet graduation requirements. |
Activity Practicum Courses
Activity practicum courses have 0.00 credit weight and are not included in the total of 20.0 academic credits required for the Honours Degree and Diploma. Kinesiology students are required to complete a minimum of four activity practicum courses to meet the graduation requirements of the program.
Students must choose a minimum of four courses from the following:
Code | Title | Credits |
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KIN*1210 | Athletic Coaching Techniques | 0.00 |
KIN*1220 | Forensic Kinesiology | 0.00 |
KIN*1230 | Health and Wellness Coaching | 0.00 |
KIN*1240 | Martial Arts for Group Fitness Training | 0.00 |
KIN*1250 | Stress Management, Meditation and Relaxation | 0.00 |
KIN*1310 | Group Strength and Athletic Training | 0.00 |
KIN*1320 | Step, Stability Ball and BOSU Ball Training | 0.00 |
KIN*1330 | Traditional Group Exercise and Group Cycle Training | 0.00 |
KIN*1340 | Flexibility, Yoga and Pilates Training | 0.00 |
KIN*1350 | Athletic Bandaging and Taping Techniques | 0.00 |
KIN*1410 | Therapeutic Exercise of Musculoskeletal Disorders | 0.00 |
KIN*1430 | Functional Ability Evaluation | 0.00 |
KIN*1440 | Ergonomic Assessment and Physical Demands Analysis | 0.00 |