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Health and Fitness Studies

Certificate

Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV to this program has been suspended effective Summer 2017.

This program provides a co-ordinated program of study on a full or part-time basis in the areas of health, fitness and nutrition, and provides basic knowledge in the functions of the healthy human body at rest and during physical exertion. The program is useful to those supervising training and/or fitness programs, to sport coaches, and to the general public.

Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Requirements

Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV to this program has been suspended effective Summer 2017.

Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV is governed by the University’s admissions regulations. After University admission, submission of a completed program approval form to the biomedical physiology & kinesiology academic advisor is required for formal acceptance in the program.

The certificate is normally completed within five years of admission to the certificate program.

Units applied to one certificate may not be applied to another certificate or diploma.

Prerequisite and Required Course Grades

Students enrolling in in biomedical physiology and kinesiology courses must have a grade of C- or better in prerequisite courses. Students enrolled in this certificate program must have a grade of C- or better in all required courses.

Program Requirements

Students must have a minimum 2.00 grade point average (GPA) calculated on all required courses.

Students complete one of

BPK 105 - Fundamentals of Human Structure and Function (3)

Basic anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardio-respiratory, urinary, digestive, immune, and reproductive systems. (distance education). Kinesiology Major and Honours students may not receive credit for BPK 105. BPK 205 or 208 may be used as a substitute for BPK 105 by students in the Kinesiology Minor and Certificate programs. No student may take both BPK 105 and BPK 208 for credit. Prerequisite: Recommended: Grade 11 Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Distance Education
BPK 205 - Introduction to Human Physiology (3)

An introductory survey of human physiology with an emphasis on mechanisms of regulation and integration. Anatomy of structures will be detailed only when it is critical to a functional understanding. Although this is intended as a survey course, some topics will be covered in reasonable detail in order to give insight into mechanisms of function. BPK 208 may not be used as a substitute for BPK 205 by students in the Kinesiology Major and Honours programs. Kinesiology Major and Honours students who have taken BPK 105 must also take BPK 205. For students taking both of these courses, credit will only be given for BPK 205. Prerequisite: BISC 101, CHEM 281, PHYS 101 and 102.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nadine Wicks
Thomas Claydon
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 208 - Introduction to Physiological Systems (3)

An introduction to anatomy and physiological function of the major human systems, from a biomedical engineering perspective. Normally only available to students in the Biomedical Engineering Program. BPK 208 may be used as a substitute for BPK 105 by students in the Kinesiology Minor and Certificate programs. Kinesiology Major and Honours students may not receive credit for BPK 208. No student may take both BPK 105 and BPK 208 for credit, or both BPK 205 and BPK 208 for credit. Corequisite: CHEM 180.

and all of

BPK 110 - Human Nutrition: Current Issues (3) *

An introduction of the principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on topics of current interest. The material is presented in a Canadian context to focus on nutrition practices and problems in this country. Students will gain an understanding of factors affecting food selection and the role of nutrition in maintaining good health. Students will develop the ability to discriminate between reliable and unreliable information on the subject of food and nutrition. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Distance Education
Amandio Vieira
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Penny Deck
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Vancouver
D201 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Vancouver
D202 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Vancouver
Amandio Vieira
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D301 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D302 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D303 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
BPK 140 - Contemporary Health Issues (3)

Explores health from a holistic perspective, in which health is viewed as physical, psychological, and social well-being. Considers genetics, environment, personal health behaviors (such as diet, exercise, stress management, and drug use), socioeconomic status, health care delivery systems, and aging with the intent to improve students' abilities to evaluate health information. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Distance Education
Diana Bedoya
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Nadine Wicks
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Vancouver
D201 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Vancouver
D202 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Vancouver
Mike Walsh
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Surrey
E201 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
E202 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 6:30–7:20 p.m.
Surrey
E203 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 7:30–8:20 p.m.
Surrey
BPK 142 - Introduction to Kinesiology (3)

Basic procedures for the assessment of the status and performance of the individual according to the principles of anthropometry, functional anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and motor learning. Prerequisite: Recommended: Grade 11 Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Ryan Peter Dill
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Thu, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Mike Walsh
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D201 Mike Walsh
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D202 Mike Walsh
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D203 Mike Walsh
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
BPK 143 - Exercise: Health and Performance (3)

Introduces the student to exercise physiology. Focuses on personal exercise prescription to improve aerobic capacity, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility. Also discusses athletic conditioning, e.g. speed and power training. The effects of nutritional and environmental factors on exercise and the role of exercise in weight control and stress management are considered. Prerequisite: Recommended: Medical clearance from a personal physician. Students with credit for BPK 141 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tony Leyland
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Tony Leyland
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Tony Leyland
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Tony Leyland
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and one of

BPK 342 - Active Health (3)

An extension of BPK 143, Exercise Management, this course parallels the on-campus course BPK 343. This course is designed for students completing the health and fitness certificate and/or a kinesiology minor. The goal of the course is to provide students with an opportunity to appreciate principles of exercise leadership, assess individual fitness needs, design programs and monitor effects of prescribed exercise. This course is available only through distance education. Prerequisite: BPK 105 (or 205), 142 and 143. Biomedical Physiology, Behavioural Neuroscience and Kinesiology majors and honours students may not receive credit for BPK 342. Students with credit for BPK 343 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
BPK 343 - Active Health: Assessment and Programming (3)

An extension of BPK 143, Exercise: Health and Performance, designed to provide students with an opportunity to appreciate principles of exercise leadership, assess individual fitness needs, design programs and monitor effects of prescribed exercise. The course includes a 34 hour unpaid practicum. Prerequisite: BPK 142, 143 and 205; STAT 201 or an equivalent statistics course, BPK 340 (may be taken concurrently). Students must successfully complete a Criminal Record Check prior to enrolling. Students with credit for BPK 342 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Ryan Peter Dill
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Ryan Peter Dill
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Ryan Peter Dill
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and three of

BPK 207 - Sensorimotor Control and Learning (3)

Students are introduced to basic concepts in the sensorimotor planning and control of movement. Topics include the factors and disorders affecting movement, sensory and motor physiology, sensorimotor integration, current theories of motor control, and motor learning. Taught from a behavioral and neurophysiological perspective that explores psychological influences on motor control. Prerequisite: BPK 142 or permission of instructor.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Daniel Marigold
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 241 - Sports Injuries - Prevention and Rehabilitation (3)

Includes delineation of the role of the sports therapist and will study the structural and functional characteristics of the body with regard to the prevention of injury in sport. A first aid approach to athletic injuries will be developed with practical experience in routine treatments. Prerequisite: BPK 142.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Kevin Lunnie
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Kevin Lunnie
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Kevin Lunnie
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 5:30–7:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Kevin Lunnie
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Kevin Lunnie
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 303 - Kinanthropometry (3) +

A study of human size, shape, proportion, composition, maturation and gross function related to basic concepts of growth, exercise, performance and nutrition. Prerequisite: BPK 105 or 142, and STAT 201 or an equivalent statistics course.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Wei-Chih Hsiao
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Mon, 6:30–8:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 310 - Exercise/Work Physiology (3) *+

The study of human physiological responses and adaptations to acute and chronic exercise/work. Cardiorespiratory, cellular and metabolic adaptations will be studied and discussed in detail. Prerequisite: BPK 205, MBB 201 (or 231). Recommended: BPK 201.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Dave Clarke
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
BPK 312 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sport (3) *

This course examines the theory and application of nutrition for fitness and sport. Students will study issues around dietary practices commonly promoted for performance enhancement, including mechanisms, effectiveness, risks and regulations. Students will learn skills for critical evaluation of nutrition research and nutrition claims, and will employ these in several small group projects investigating specific nutrition issues and products. Prerequisite: BPK 105 (or 205), and 110. Students with credit for BPK 424 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
BPK 325 - Basic Human Anatomy (3) *

For students interested in physical education, health science professions and liberal arts. Brief discussions on applied anatomy, aging, common dysfunctions and diseases enable students to appreciate the relationship between structure and function. Available only through correspondence, this course will not be counted as an upper level optional course for a major in kinesiology. Prerequisite: BPK 142 and either BPK 105 (with a grade of C or higher) or BPK 205. Students with credit for BPK 324 or BPK 326 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
BPK 340 - Active Health: Behavior and Promotion (3)

Relationships among health, physical activity, and other health-associated behaviors are examined. In addition, the theories and models of health behavior, in the context of intervention and promotion strategies, are discussed. Pertinent background information is provided, concerning the influence of fitness on various disease states, as well as the epidemiology of health and exercise behaviors. Prerequisite: BPK 142, STAT 201 (or PSYC 201). Recommended: BPK 140.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Diana Bedoya
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 8:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
BPK 375 - Human Growth and Development (3) *

The fundamentals of physiological growth and development from conception to maturity. Topics included form a strong foundation for those interested in designing appropriate activity programs for children of all ages. Prerequisite: BPK 105 or 205, and 142.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Christina Hull
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2018: Tue, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
Burnaby

A minimum 2.00 GPA calculated on courses counting toward the certificate is required for graduation.

A current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate is required at the time of certificate completion.

Program completion is normally within five years of admission to the certificate program.

Please note that credits applied to the Certificate in Health and Fitness Studies may not be applied to the Certificate in Applied Human Nutrition, or any other certificates offered at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV. For those who wish to complete both the Health and Fitness Certificate AND the Applied Human Nutrition Certificate, it is best to consult the Kinesiology Advisor for assistance in course planning.

* available by distance education

+ courses have additional prerequisites