This course introduces students to a variety of coaching topics of both a theoretical and a practical nature. Topics include Long Term Athlete Development principles, role of the coach and coach responsibilities in structuring a team and program. Students will have the opportunity to gain National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) certification.

The course examines the fundamental principles of nutrition and the effects it has in society, athletic performance and physical education. It includes an analysis of practical and theoretical concepts of nutrition and the effects that dietary intake has on exercise, body composition and athletic performance.

This course will provide an introduction to research methods used in the field of kinesiology. Emphasis will be placed on the applicaiton of research techniques commonly used in the discipline.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PE1090 - Statistics, Measurement and Evaluation (3)

This course is a study of the sequential changes in physical growth and motor development with emphasis on individual differences.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PE1120 - Introduction to Human Movement (3)

This is an introduction to current trends in theory and practice in adapted sport and physical activity for diverse populations. The course includes a survey of diverse populations and their implications for service delivery.

The course presents a method of quantitative and qualitative analysis of human movement based on a knowledge of biomechanical principles.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PE1000 - Structural and Functional Anatomy (3)

An examination of the significant changes which have occurred in leisure and sport specifically over the last century and with particular reference to Canadian society.

Requisites:

  • Complete 1 of the following:
    • Complete the following:
      • PE1040 - Introduction to Sociocultural Aspects of Leisure and Sport (3)
    • Permission of the department

The course presents a psychological approach to understanding human motor behaviour. You will examine the processes involved in learning motor skills and controlling movement and the factors that influence acquisition and performance.

This course examines the biological foundations of physical activity/exercise and the components of health-related physical fitness as compared to health, chronic disease and performance; and explores physical activity guidelines and exercise prescription for healthy adults.

This course will take multidisciplinary approach to introduce students to fundamental movement skills and factors that impact human movement.

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