This course introduces students to physical fitness training principles and wellness theory. Components of lifetime wellness will be emphasized through laboratory experiences. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3.0), Lab (1.0)

Equivalent to PED-1159, PED-159.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-1159L (Required, Concurrent).

Examines the theoretical and practical aspects of resistance training. Focus on scientific training principles, biomechanics, programming and considerations for diverse populations. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-1178.

The examination of the fundamental movement skills of physical literacy and how those skills connect with physical activity, health, and health promotion. Focus on leadership and pedagogical theories, exercise modification, and progression for improvement. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-1188, PED-188.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-1159 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-1178 (Required, Previous).

A development of the student's concepts of measurement in kinesiology research and the critical evaluation of those concepts. Emphasis will also be placed on other aspects of the research process including terminology, referencing, data analysis and interpretation. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2252, PED-252.

An overview of the scope of practice and best practices in the prevention and care of athletic injuries. Includes the theory and practice of therapeutic exercise. Lab activities provide practical experiences to parallel the theory component. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2256, PED-256.

Requisite courses: Take BIO-1169 (Required, Previous).

The learner will apply skills, knowledge and techniques through various fitness modules acquired from several second-year courses relating to exercise prescription and individual/team program design for the fitness and sports industry. Not available for supplemental.

Work Integrated Learning (3)

Equivalent to PED-2258, PED-258, EXS-2258W.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-2256 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2262 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2267 (Required, Previous). TAKE COM-1162 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2259 (Required, Concurrent).

A comprehensive overview of exercise prescription principles and techniques. Includes theory and practical application of evidence based exercise programming for the general, youth, prenatal, and elderly populations. Documentation, professionalism, and monitoring will also be discussed. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2259, PED-259.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-1188 (Required, Previous). TAKE EXS-2262 (Required, Previous). TAKE EXS-2267 (Required, Previous).

An introduction to the study of biomechanics and its application to human movement analysis. Topics include angular and linear kinematics and kinetics of movement, equilibrium, and structural assessment/correction. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2260, PED-260.

Requisite courses: Take BIO-1169 (Required, Previous).

An examination of various psychomotor disabilities. The application of the impact and challenges of physical activity delivery to persons with disabilities. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2261.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-1159 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2252 (Required, Previous).

This course develops the student's understanding of how the body's physiological systems function during exercise and how these systems adapt to physical training. The influences of environment, nutrition, age and gender on exercise performance will also be discussed. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (2.0), Lab (2.0)

Equivalent to PED-2262, PED-262, PED-255.

Requisite courses: Take BIO-1169 (Required, Previous). TAKE BIO-1180 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2252 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2262L (Required, Concurrent).

Development of the student's theoretical knowledge and practical skills in health-related fitness assessment and lifestyle counseling is the main focus on this course. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (2.0), Lab (2.0)

Equivalent to PED-2267, PED-267, PED-265.

Requisite courses: Take BIO-1169 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2252 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2267L (Required, Concurrent).

This course will provide opportunities for students to develop their personal fitness, athletic abilities and performance. Students will develop theoretical and practical experience in designing and instructing high intensity workouts. Safety concerns, exercise equipment, techniques and prescription will be covered. Students will also gain skills in designing periodization plans for both individual and team sports. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2271, PED-271.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-1178 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2262 (Required, Previous).

An examination of the treatment of various chronic conditions with exercise training. Application of special considerations such as pathophysiology, medications, behaviour change models and injury prevention will be included. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3)

Equivalent to PED-2274.

Requisite courses: Take EXS-2262 (Required, Previous). Take EXS-2267 (Required, Previous).