Research Methods

An introduction to research and measurement in sport and human kinetics. Emphasis is placed on practical application of research techniques and designs as well as measurement techniques related to a variety of sport and human kinetics settings.

Performance Analysis

Provides an understanding and appreciation of performance analysis in sport. Develops practical skills using modern performance analysis techniques. Students are required to track and analyze the performance of an athlete within a team sport, individual sport, or strength and conditioning environment through the duration of the course.

Sports Journalism

A survey of the principles, practices, and ethical considerations of sports journalism with emphasis on newsgathering, storytelling, editing, audience consideration, and Canadian Press Style. Students apply skills in the university sports context to meet real deadlines and gain from peer critique.

Sports Journalism

A survey of the principles, practices, and ethical considerations of sports journalism with emphasis on newsgathering, storytelling, editing, audience consideration, and Canadian Press Style. Students apply skills in the university sports context to meet real deadlines and gain from peer critique.

Advanced Exercise Physiology

An applied study of the effects of exercise on body systems as related to the functional capacity of individual systems to maximal human performance. Principles and methods of conducting and developing physical exercise and training programs.

The Olympic Games Movement

The Olympic Games Movement

NB: Not offered every year. Usually offered in conjunction with attendance at Summer Olympic Games. See Dean for details.

Directed Study

Student will explore an in-depth research study of a human kinetics topic in consultation with a supervising human kinetics professor.

Directed Study

Students will explore an in-depth research study of a human kinetics topic in consultation with a supervising human kinetics professor.

Rugby Team

This course provides activity team credits for our Spartan rugby athletes.

Sports & Exercise Nutrition

The analysis and application of sport and exercise nutrition. Emphasis is placed on nutrition, coaching, diet, supplementation, and ergogenics most appropriate to health, body composition, sport and exercise performance.

Sports and Exercise Nutrition

The analysis and application of sport and exercise nutrition. Emphasis is placed on nutrition, coaching, diet, supplementation, and ergogenics most appropriate to health, body composition, sport and exercise performance.

Exercise Testing & Prescription

Provides theoretical knowledge and practical experience on assessment protocols to support exercise prescription.

Track & Field

This course provides activity credits for our Spartan track and field athletes.

Applied Mental Skills in Sport & Fitness

The direct application of select mental skills to sport and physical activity. A strong emphasis is placed on how to apply mental skills in a variety of settings.

Applied Mental Skills in Sport and Fitness

The direct application of select mental skills to sport and physical activity. A strong emphasis is placed on how to apply mental skills in a variety of settings.

Advanced Human Anatomy

An in depth study of human anatomy with a focus on the appendicular and axial skeleton and upper and lower body muscle: identification, origin, insertion and function, vascular and neural supply, surface anatomy and joint structure.

Advanced Human Anatomy

An in-depth study of human anatomy with a focus on the appendicular and axial skeleton and upper and lower body muscle: identification, origin, insertion and function, vascular and neural supply, surface anatomy and joint structure.

Disc Golf

This course provides activity credits for our Spartan disc golf athletes.

Physical Therapy Field Placement

Physical Therapy Field Placement

100-hour field experience which involves participation in a physical rehabilitative environment with a certified supervisor providing on-the-job training and professional development. Students will learn to practice physical therapy in a real-world context, learn about professional networking opportunities, and explore career possibilities.

Strength Coach Field Placement III

Field placement in strength and conditioning within a sports setting, guided by a certified supervisor who will provide practical training, professional growth opportunities, and networking. Students will acquire skills in program planning and will be equipped to lead strength and conditioning sessions for athletes.

Strength Coach Field Placement

Adapted Physical Activity

Students will gain an understanding of the biopsychosocial considerations and environmental modifications required to facilitate quality physical activity participation for individuals with various physical and/or mental impairments.

Adapted Physical Activity

Students will gain an understanding of the biopsychosocial considerations and environmental modifications required to facilitate quality physical activity participation for individuals with various physical and/or mental impairments.

Personal Training Field Placement

Personal Training Field Placement

100-hour field experience in a personal training environment with a certified supervisor providing on-the-job training, professional development, and networking. Students will learn how to be personal trainers in a real-world context.

Teaching Field Placement

HKIN 455A Core Teaching Experience II (1 sem. hr.) HKIN 455B Core Teaching Experience II (2 sem. hrs.) (0-6 or 0-6)

Teaching Field Placement

30-60 hour field placements as a teaching assistant with an HKIN professor who will provide on-the-job training, and professional development. Students will gain real-world experience of leadership inside the classroom environment. They will also gain professional networking opportunities and explore career possibilities.

Teaching Field Placement

Teaching Field Placement

Teaching Field Placement

Teaching Field Placement

Research Assistant Field Placement

HKIN 456A Core Teaching Experience III (1 sem. hr.) HKIN 456B Core Teaching Experience III (2 sem. hrs.) (0-6 or 0-6)

Research Assistant Field Placement

30-60 hour field placements in a research project supervised by a university HKIN professor. This may include research projects inside the HKIN department or multidisciplinary projects and also can include research projects at other universities. However, they must be in the field of Human Kinetics and supervised by a HKIN professor. Students will gain real-world experience of research within a scientific investigation. They will also gain professional networking opportunities and explore career possibilities.

Research Assistant Field Placement

Research Assistant Field Placement

Research Assistant Field Placement

Research Assistant Field Placement

Coaching Field Placement III

Field experience as a head coach or an assistant of an elite level competitive team (e.g., high school senior, top club, university). The experience will provide students with on-the-job training and professional development in a real-world context, make professional networking opportunities, and explore career possibilities.

Coaching Field Placement

Coaching Field Placement

Approved Field Placement

Approved Field Placement

30-60 hour field experiences which involves participation in a HKIN-related job. This placement must be approved by the Field Placement Instructor. Students will gain real-world experience. They will also gain professional networking opportunities and explore career possibilities.

Approved Field Placement

Approved Field Placement

Approved Field Placement

Approved Field Placement

Sport Management Field Placement I

100-hour field experience which involves participation in a sport management-related role. This may include on campus opportunities or sport management roles in the community. HKIN students must be registered in the sport management stream to be eligible to enroll in this course. Students will gain real-world experience in the field of sport management. They will also gain professional networking opportunities and get to explore career possibilities.

Sport Managment Field Placement I