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Course descriptions

Contact hours are divided into lecture, laboratory, tutorial, and other. Each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods (i.e., in-class or online). Please refer to the registration section on MyCampus for specific course offering information.

Not all courses are offered in any one term or academic year. 

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Information Technology
  

  • INFR 3600U – Cryptography and Network Security

    This course covers diverse topics on cryptography and network security. In the cryptography field, students will be exposed to the introductory theory behind symmetric and public-key cryptography, including digital signatures, hash functions, and authentication. The network security section of the course includes topics on authentication, Web security, intruders and firewalls.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 1010U  and INFR 2600U  
  

  • INFR 3610U – Operating System Security

    This course discusses security solutions for two major Operating Systems: Windows and Unix/Linux. It will cover client/server operation, networking aspects from an OS perspective, as well as Internet services as provided through the OS. It covers comprehensive security operations and deployment information, along with security tools available on the web.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2600U  and INFR 2830U  
  

  • INFR 3630U – Mobile Device Security

    Mobile devices are becoming part of the everyday life, whether on the individual or enterprise level, and their wide spread is presenting some unique security and privacy challenges to their owners and to any enterprise that allows them to be connected. Some enterprises are even encouraging their employees to bring their own devices (BYOD) in hope of increasing employees connectivity and productivity. The benefits of BOYD can easily be undermined as these mobile devices operates within and outside the security boundaries of an enterprise, are not subject to traditional security compliances, and can easily be stolen and rooted. The objective of this course is to learn about these security challenges and the technologies that can help mitigating them.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
  

  • INFR 3700U – Machine Learning

    In this course, students learn to program a computer system to make predictions on, classify, or cluster data that the system has never seen before. Topics include theory and practice of supervised and unsupervised learning, covering well-known algorithms such as ordinary and penalized linear regression, Naïve Bayes, support vector machines, ensemble methods, K-means, dimensionality reduction, neural networks, deep neural networks and TensorFlow. The course uses the Python programming language.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (INFR 1100U  or INFR 1101U ) and (INFR 2140U  or INFR 2141U ) and INFR 1400U  
    Cross-listed: MITS 6800G
  

  • INFR 3710U – Signals and Random Processes

    This course covers: i) basics of complex numbers, as well as fundamentals of calculus with an emphasis on integrals, ii) signals and systems classifications; linear, time-invariant systems, impulse response and convolution; Fourier series and Fourier transforms; frequency response and bandwidth, and iii) random variables, probability density and distribution function; Gaussian variables, the central limit theorem, random processes, correlation and spectra of random signals and additive white Gaussian noise.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 1016U  
  

  • INFR 3720U – Basics of Digital Transmission

    Introduces the digitization: filtering, sampling, quantization, A-to-D and D-to-A conversion, line coding; fundamentals of source and channel coding; multiplexing: TDM, FDM, WDM; baseband and passband systems; modulation: pulse modulation (PAM, PPM, PDM) and digital modulation (binary and M-ary transmission); Nyquist-I criterion and intersymbol interference; adaptive equalization; power, bandwidth, performance, and complexity trade-offs; digital communication systems;
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): (INFR 1400U  or INFR 3710U) and INFR 1421U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 3730U – Multimedia Systems

    Theory, features, design, performance, complexity analysis and application of multimedia engineering technologies; digital signal compression: audio, image, video, characterization, compression requirements; source entropy and hybrid coding, transform and wavelet based coding; motion estimation; object-based processing, and multimedia indexing and retrieval.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 1010U  and (INFR 2140U  or INFR 2141U )
  

  • INFR 3810U – Database Systems

    This course introduces the field of database systems for students with a basic knowledge of storage and file management capabilities of a modern computer system and features of one or more high-level programming language. Coverage includes general concepts, the relational model, theory and practice of database design, transaction management, how relational concepts are relevant to other aspects of database technology, and the impact of object technology on database systems. It also covers security issues of database systems, including disaster recovery and network intrusion.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 2201U  or INFR 2820U  
    Credit restriction(s): BUSI 3504U  or CSCI 3030U  
  

  • INFR 3830U – Distributed Systems and Networking

    Network history and architectures; reference Model for Open Systems Interconnection (OSI): descriptions, examples, and applications; routing, multicast deliver; TCP/IP protocol suite; network topologies (ring, bus, tree, star, mesh); local area networks, WAN, wireless networks, the Internet: P2P networking, distributed computing models.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3110U  
  

  • INFR 3850U – System and Network Administration

    This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of system and network administration. Students will understand the role of system and network administrators in an organization, and how to apply the principles and best practices of system and network administration. Students will learn how to plan, deploy and manage enterprise networks and systems, including providing services to the network and systems such as DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file and print services, authentication services, and directory services. Students will also learn important management functions such as image and patch management, disaster recovery, and performance management.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2421U  and INFR 2830U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4120U – Serious Gaming and Virtual Simulation

    The field of modeling and simulation is large and diverse; modeling and simulation is applied in every discipline to answer questions in research and development and for education and training. Recently, there has been a push in the use of specific simulations which have an internal goal. Such simulations are known as games (when applied to education and training, they are known as serious games) and provide an experience that is fun and engaging making them particularly relevant to the current generation of learners. This course is an introduction to virtual simulation and serious games. The course begins with a detailed overview of fundamental concepts and terminology (e.g., model, simulation, virtual simulation, simulator, game, serious game, etc.), followed by a discussion regarding the theory behind the motivation for the use of simulation and game-based learning. A detailed discussion regarding the design and development of virtual simulations and serious games will be provided including a discussion of instructional design and validation/verification. An overview regarding the use of virtual simulation/serious games in the real-world, including medicine, will be provided in addition to a discussion regarding some of the limitations, issues, and open problems with the use of virtual simulations and serious games as educational tools. The concepts and ideas presented in the course will be reinforced with a final course project, which will offer students, working in groups, the unique opportunity to develop their own virtual simulation or serious game.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 1110U  and INFR 2330U  
  

  • INFR 4310U – Social Network Games

    This course introduces the design, development, and management of online, multi-user and social network games. It covers the technological and business aspects of social game development, and presents an overview of the current Internet game industry and how it has impacted our society.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3330U  or (Concurrent INFR 3330U  and Game Development and Entrepreneurship Bridge)
  

  • INFR 4320U – Artificial Intelligence for Gaming

    This course introduces key AI game programming issues and provides ideas and techniques to be integrated into games development. It also presents an overview of AI architecture, rule based systems, level of detail AI and script language issues, expert systems, fuzzy logic, neural networks, and genetic algorithms.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3110U  and (​INFR 3330U  or INFR 3335U )
  

  • INFR 4330U – Physiological Computing

    Physiological Computing (PC) is a term used to describe any computing system that uses real-time physiological data as an input stream to control the user interface. The most basic sort of PC is one that records a biosignal and displays it to the user via a screen. Other systems, such as Brain Control Interfaces (BCI), take a stream of physiological data and convert it into input control at the interface level. PC also includes computer systems that simply monitor physiology in order to assess psychological states, which are used to trigger real-time adaptation. For example, if the system detects high blood pressure, it may assume the user is experiencing high frustration and offer help. The applications for PC range from adaptive automation in an aircraft cockpit to computer games where brain activity is used to initiate particular commands. In this course, you will learn about the underlying algorithms, application areas, and interaction opportunities provided by PC.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3330U  or INFR 3335U  
  

  • INFR 4335U – Visual Programming and Generative Systems

    This course will explore the applications of the visual programming paradigm in generative graphic design and game development. Students will explore applications data-flow programming in the area of generative graphic design, game logic design, animation and shader design. Students will be studying and working with various popular industry and research tools such as Processing, NodeBox, GEM-NI, Grasshopper 3D, Dynamo, Unreal Engine Bluprints, Blender Game Engine’s Node and Logic Editor, among others. The knowledge obtained from this course will provide sound foundations for understanding and creating generative designs, game logic, animation and shaders using data-flow programming languages – skills that are highly desired by the game industry employers today. Students will be required to develop a project at the end of the course.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3330U  or INFR 3335U  
  

  • INFR 4336U – Visual Programming for Game Development

    This course will explore the role of the visual programming in game development for creating levels, interactive objects, HUDs and playable game characters with skeletal mesh animation, customizing prefabs, shader design, AI behavior and sound. 
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3110U  
    Credit restriction(s): INFR 4335U  
  

  • INFR 4337U – Generative Design

    This course will explore mathematics, algorithms and data structures as tools for creating procedurally generated art through programming and visual scripting environments. The tools covered will range from lines and circles to create order, randomness and noise, to emergence, cellular automata, autonomy and fractals for creating complexity. The studied concepts will range from basics such as colour, shape, type and image, to oscillation, formulated bodies, attractors, tree diagrams and dynamic data structures.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2310U  and INFR 2350U  and INFR 2820U  
  

  • INFR 4345U – Game Analytics

    The game industry is based on analytics: from understanding how well your game is performing in the market to understanding player behaviour it is necessary to have a solid basis of statistics and game design knowledge to be successful in Business, QA, Game User Research, Production, Marketing and Design. This course will explore game analytics, how to use analytics tools to understand their games and players more effectively, and ultimately develop better games.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3350U  
  

  • INFR 4350U – Human-Computer Interaction for Games

    Virtual reality is a very powerful and compelling computer application by which humans interact with computer-generated environments in a way that mimics real life and engages various senses. This course provides an overview of current virtual reality technology and its applications and presents an analysis of the engineering, scientific, and functional aspects of virtual reality systems and the fundamentals of VR modelling and programming.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3110U  and (​INFR 3330U  or INFR 3335U )
    Credit restriction(s): CSCI 4620U , SOFE 4850U  
  

  • INFR 4351U – Human-Computer Interaction and User Evaluation

    This is a course about the human factor of interactive technology. The course provides an overview of the design process of interactive systems and introduces students’ user‐centered design (UCD) toolkit. The course discusses novel interaction technologies and user evaluation methods for interactive systems. Interactive systems have become a part of people’s lives around the globe. The design and usability of interactive systems is important for the ubiquitous computing that surrounds us to function properly.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): BUSI 3550U 
  

  • INFR 4380U – Trends in Game Development

    The course is designed as a comprehensive survey of selected topics of current interest in game development. The course provides a strong foundation and prepares students entering the game industry. The topics surveyed will be presented by weekly guest lectures from the game industry and academia. In addition to surveying game development topics, the course will also prepare students to design specific demo reels to market themselves, their game or their studios. Students will be evaluated by applying the covered topics to their own area of interest within game development and creation of a specific demo reel.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing in the Game Development and Entrepreneurship program
  

  • INFR 4391U – Special Topics in Game Development and Entrepreneurship

    This course will compose of selected topics of current interest in game development and entrepreneurship.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Year 4 standing in Game Development specialization or permission of instructor
  

  • INFR 4395U – Game Development Workshop VII

    The Game Development Workshop provides students with the opportunity to hone their game development skills by working on a year-long game-related project. This project requires the students to utilize concepts taught in each game development course to build a complete game appropriate for their skill level. In this class, students will create 3D games using an existing game engine. Students will work in a large group to develop a 3D game from start to finish. They will use all the skills they have acquired throughout the program to create one final, polished product. Special emphasis will be placed upon working in large multidisciplinary team environments.
    Formerly: Game Development Workshop I
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3396U 
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4396U – Game Development Workshop VIII

    The Game Development Workshop provides students with the opportunity to hone their game development skills by working on a year-long game-related project. This project requires the students to utilize concepts taught in each game development course to build a complete game appropriate for their skill level. In this class, students will create 3D games using an existing game engine. Students will work in a large group to develop a 3D game from start to finish. They will use all the skills they have acquired throughout the program to create one final, polished product. Special emphasis will be placed upon working in large multidisciplinary team environments.
    Formerly: Game Development Workshop II
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 4395U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4400U – Gamification

    Recent years have seen a rapid explosion of mass-market consumer software that takes inspiration from video games, especially from game design. Usually summarized as gamification, this trend connects to a sizeable body of existing concepts and research in human-computer interaction, psychology, and game studies, such as serious games, pervasive games, alternate reality games, or playful design. Using game design elements in non-game contexts to increase user activity and retention has rapidly gained traction in interaction design, spawning an intense debate within the professional community as well as the development of numerous gamified applications - ranging from productivity to finance, health, sustainability, news, user-generated content (UGC), and tutorials. This course will focus on three core aspects: analysis and study of gamified systems in terms of hedonic and motivating user experience (UX); the role of social and situational contexts for affordances and UX of digital playful technologies; and development and application of seductive interaction design principles to non-gaming contexts.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3330U  or INFR 3335U  
  

  • INFR 4410U – CCIE Routing and Switching

    This course covers expert level knowledge of networking across various LAN and WAN interfaces and a variety of routers and switches. The course presents ways to solve complex connectivity problems and apply technology solutions to improve response times, maximize performance, improve security, and support global applications. This course covers expert level knowledge and skill in the fundamentals of IP and core IP technologies such as uncast IP routing (OSPF, EIGRP, RIPv2), multicast, MPLS, MPLS VPNs, traffic engineering, BGP, multiprotocol BGP and Layer 2 technologies. The course also covers IPv6 and the associated technologies such as OSPFv3 and IPv6 multicast.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 6
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2431U  with a B grade or better, or permission from the instructor
  

  • INFR 4420U – Security

    This course is the second in the CCIE series to prepare students for the CCIE examination. This course covers expert level knowledge and skill in configuring and maintaining secure networks. CCIE Security certified individuals are experts in the fundamentals of IP and IP routing, as well as the specific area of security protocols and applications.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 6
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 4410U  
  

  • INFR 4430U – Voice

    This course covers the foundational topics of VoIP design and implementations in a SOHO environment. Topics include VoIP fundamentals, VoIP design elements, VoIP routing, call signalling, gateways and gatekeepers, dial plans and digit manipulation.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2431U  
  

  • INFR 4440U – Advanced Sculpting

    In this course, students will focus on the creation of realistic and stylized organic digital sculptures. There will be an emphasis on human anatomy and the use of design principles to create believable and appealing 3D forms. Students will also gain an understanding of the pipeline required to create realistic characters for real-time rendering and simulations using advanced materials and textures along with cloth sims and particles for clothes and hair. Additionally, traditional sculpting workflows using modelling clay will be incorporated to reinforce digital training.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3345U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4445U – Advanced Rigging

    In this course, students will create advanced rigging solutions for both in class study and for external stakeholders. Students will use code to automate tedious aspects of the rigging process. Doing so will also allow students to develop their own autorigging solution as a robust and reusable rigging toolset that can be deployed in a variety of situations and shared as a modular plugin. Students will explore the existing literature on rigging approaches in order to deepen their understanding of the systems at play and established approaches. Facial deformations using a FACS based setup will also be explored.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3345U  and INFR 3390U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4450U – Advanced Computer Graphics for Games

    This course introduces students to the most current and advanced topics in computer graphics focusing on concepts that are used in the video game industry. As this course is programming heavy, students will be expected to be familiar with C/C++, OpenGL/DirectX, and development using a modern game engine. Students will be required to develop graphical algorithms from cutting-edge research areas related to computer graphics, visualization, photogrammetry and computer vision.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2350U  and INFR 3345U  
  

  • INFR 4460U – Emerging Technologies

    This course presents students with theory and practice for understanding current trends in emerging technologies to creatively prototype interactive experiences employing consumer-level technologies. The student will be introduced to concepts and practices related to current trends in gaming technology including, but not limited to, user tracking, extended reality, wearables, machine learning, photogrammetry, natural user inputs, spectatorship, and the internet of things amongst others. Due to the novel and innovative nature of emerging technologies, research and consumer-level solutions will be analyzed to identify potential gaps to ideate solutions within the scope of the course employing open source, open electronics, and makerspace in addition to the equipment available in the Game Dev Laboratory.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3380U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4560U – Law and Ethics in Game Development

    This course will introduce students to the legal and ethical issues they will encounter in the video game and digital media industries. Students will delve into questions regarding how interactive media influences society and the responsibilities that the game developer has towards their players.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): Year 4 standing in the Game Development program or completion of the Game Development and Entrepreneurship Bridge
  

  • INFR 4590U – Directed Independent Studies in Information Technology

    This course is an independent study in selected IT topics supervised by an IT faculty member. This course is normally intended for students who intend to pursue graduate study.
    Credit hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4599U – Special Topics in Information Technology

    This course will be comprised of selected topics of current interest in information technology.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
  

  • INFR 4601U – Software-Defined and Programmable Networks

    This course introduces students to the current trends in software-defined networking (SDN). Course content will include: Fundamentals of data plane and control plane management, principles of software-defined networking; SDN controllers; Southbound and Northbound interfaces; network virtualization; SDN use cases and applications; programmable network devices; SDN orchestration and configuration; Intent-based networking.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2670U  and INFR 2830U  and INFR 2421U  and INFR 2141U  
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • INFR 4610U – IT Security

    This course introduces the concepts and applications of IT security and provides students with the knowledge in exploring the new nature of IT-related threats. The course will provide both technological and social aspects of IT security.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all 3000-level required courses
  

  • INFR 4611U – Trust Systems

    This course examines the phenomenon of trust across the spectrum from business to information technology. Students will learn about: The impact of trust on business and management, with a principal focus on HR; Trust as a computational phenomenon, its workings and uses, including across reputation systems such as those used in eCommerce; Trust as it applies to cybersecurity. The course is inherently modular and involves exploration of concepts through cases, technical s, and project work.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): Year 3 or 4 standing in BCom (Hons) or BIT (Hons) program
  

  • INFR 4621U – Software-Defined Data Centers

    This course presents a comprehensive overview of key design factors for modern software-defined data centres (SDDC). The course covers the following topics: SDDC architecture and building blocks; Cloud strategies and enabling technologies; principles of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Function Virtualization (NFV); Storage-Area networks (SAN); Openflow, VXLAN and other SDDC-related protocols; IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework for cloud management and service assurance; Data Centre security and high availability (HA); Scalability, Capacity management and Resource Allocation; Orchestration and automation; Advanced data centre technologies.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2421U  and (INFR 3620U  or INFR 2670U )
  

  • INFR 4661U – Introduction to Penetration Testing

    This course provides students with theoretical and hands-on knowledge of security analysis from an offensive perspective. Content will be aligned with industry-standard penetration testing assessment methodologies to ensure consistency across engagements, regardless of the infrastructure being tested. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to conduct a basic methodical security analysis of enterprise systems and communicate findings effectively to C-level executives.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 1
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2820U  and INFR 3120U  and INFR 3810U  
  

  • INFR 4662U – Web Penetration Testing

    This course provides students with theoretical and hands-on knowledge of web security analysis from an offensive perspective. Content will be aligned with industry-standard web penetration testing assessment methodologies to ensure consistency across engagements, regardless of the infrastructure being tested. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to conduct an advanced, methodical security analysis of enterprise, server, desktop, API and mobile web systems. Students will also learn to communicate findings effectively to both technical staff and C-level executives.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3120U  (minimum grade of B) and INFR 4661U  (minimum grade of B).
  

  • INFR 4670U – Malware and Software Security

    This course provides a comprehensive study of malicious software (malware), its detection, and its prevention. It explores what vulnerabilities can be exploited by malware (and how), how to identify malware, reverse engineering and debugging, how anti-virus (and other security software) works to detect and remove malware, and how advanced malware tries to evade detection (e.g., obfuscation and encryption). Techniques for preventing and detecting vulnerabilities prior to software release are also covered (e.g., secure programming techniques).
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2810U  and INFR 2820U  and INFR 3600U  and INFR 3610U  
  

  • INFR 4680U – IT Security Policies and Procedures

    The objective of this course is to provide an understanding of the need for the multi-disciplinary involvement, an understanding of where this involvement fits into the policy development life cycle and a methodology that provides a means of implementing this development life cycle into an organization. The course discusses how the policy development process should be something that requires the involvement of key business decision makers of which information security is only one.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 1550U  and INFR 3600U  
  

  • INFR 4690U – IT Forensics

    In this course, students will learn how to create an incident response plan and implement a computer forensics incident-response strategy, and conduct a proper computer forensics investigation. This course is composed of five parts: 1) basics, which includes the brief introductions of needed knowledge for this course, such as File System Structures and Metadata, FAT/NTFS/Ext2/Ext3 File System Essentials, Imaging digital media, TCP/IP and networking fundamentals, system administration basics, and information-hiding techniques; 2) computer forensics and investigation, which introduces how to conduct a proper computer forensics and investigation; 3) incident response, which introduces how to create an incident response plan and implement a computer forensics incident response strategy; and 4) case studies, which are completed in teams and one team per case will present their analysis and solution to the class (e.g. in PowerPoint) as it would be done as investigators.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2421U  and INFR 3600U  and INFR 3610U  
  

  • INFR 4710U – Social, Information, and Technology Networks

    This elective course covers operational knowledge for IT Specialists in the emerging field of complex networks. The course studies commonalities across diverse engineered and physical networks such as computer networks, information networks, and social networks. It focuses on tools, concepts, and methods aimed at understanding the structure and dynamics of complex networks. This course also reviews technologies and methods behind high-impact companies, such as Google, Facebook, etc., that have developed from studying complex networks. Students learn how to measure and predict the structure and dynamics of large-scale networks, measure the robustness of networks against attacks, make networks more robust, predict the dynamics of information cascades or virus propagation, and develop and test our own data-driven hypotheses about networks.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 1411U  and (INFR 1100U  or INFR 1101U ) and INFR 1010U  
  

  • INFR 4750U – Advanced Communication Networks

    Networks are the essential components to information transmission, without which there are no communications. This course presents telecommunications networks fundamentals, and emphasizes advanced topics and detailed network architectures. The course gives detailed descriptions of the principles associated with each layer, as well as the analytical framework of each level and highlights many examples drawn from the Internet and wireless networks. This course analyzes various wireless systems. In this course, all major aspects of transmission systems and theoretical foundations of computer and communications networks, as well as networking principles will be analyzed and discussed in detail.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 3720U  
  

  • INFR 4800U – Debugging Techniques

    In this course, students will experientially learn modern techniques for debugging software effectively. A focus on tools, core machine architecture and understanding of how to solve problems will be gained by debugging progressively large systems with insidious bugs.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): INFR 2140U  
  

  • INFR 4900U – Introduction to Blockchain Technologies

    This course introduces blockchains from a technical perspective. Students will learn the fundamentals of blockchains, cryptocurrencies and dApps; the key business and value drivers of blockchain services; application development fundamentals, best practices and supportive technologies; economic drivers and bleeding-edge trends. This course includes the development and deployment of a custom blockchain using Python, followed by multiple smart contract implementations using Solidity.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (INFR 2140U  or INFR 2141U ) and INFR 3600U  

Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science
  

  • IMCS 3010U – Integrated Application Project I

    Students will work on design projects that are inspired by industry problems and that require the integration of Mathematics and Computer Science principles. They will work in self-directed groups, in a setting that mimics a workplace environment. Students must submit a written report and make a presentation based on the final product of each project.
     
    Credit hours: 3
    Other hours: 9
    Prerequisite(s): Third year standing in Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science program.
     
    Note(s): Students are expected to take IMCS 3020U  in the following semester.
     
  

  • IMCS 3020U – Integrated Application Project II

    Students will build on the skills developed in IMCS 3010U . They will work on a design project that is inspired by an industry problem and that requires the integration of Mathematics and Computer Science principles, with the goal of creating a usable product. They will work in self-directed groups, in a setting that mimics a workplace environment. Students must submit a written report and make a presentation based on the final product of their project.
    Credit hours: 3
    Other hours: 9
    Prerequisite(s): IMCS 3010U  
  

  • IMCS 4410U – Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science Thesis Project I

    The thesis project provides students with the opportunity, under the supervision of a faculty member, to integrate and synthesize knowledge gained throughout their program of study and to satisfy specific objectives and requirements. The project may comprise an individual or group design project or an individual research project that has been approved by the supervising faculty member. Once all work has been completed, students must submit a thesis and make a presentation based on their research
    in the following semester.
    Credit hours: 3
    Other hours: 9
    Prerequisite(s): Completed 90 credit hours of their program and six third-year courses. Students must obtain prior consent of a faculty member.
     
    Note(s): Students are expected to take IMCS 4420U  in the following semester.
  

  • IMCS 4420U – Integrated Mathematics and Computer Science Thesis Project II

    A continuation of the project started in IMCS 4410U . Students will make presentations based on their research and submit a written thesis.
    Credit hours: 3
    Other hours: 9
    Prerequisite(s): IMCS 4410U  
    Note(s): Students are expected to take this course immediately after IMCS 4410U .

Kinesiology
  

  • KINE 1000U – Foundations in Kinesiology

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the diversity inherent to the field of kinesiology. This course serves as a foundational course, introducing students to the various disciplines of kinesiology, as well as to a range of special populations. Underlying all course content is an emphasis on the impact of healthy active living across the lifespan for people of all abilities, from the perspective of different kinesiology disciplines. Students will be introduced to professional expectations and standards of communication (academic and applied) within kinesiology.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 1810U 
  

  • KINE 1010U – Human Anatomy & Physiology I

    This course introduces normal anatomy and physiology as scientific disciplines. Focusing on homeostasis and the interrelationships of structure and function as the underpinnings for the maintenance of life, the human organization from the molecular to the system levels will be studied, with specific attention to the organization of the human body, principles of support and movement, and the nervous system. Students will also develop a working scientific vocabulary to communicate effectively within the scientific community. This is the introductory component of a two-semester investigation of human biology.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 1200U  
    Cross-listed: HLSC 1200U  
  

  • KINE 1020U – Information Literacy & Written Communications

    This course is an introduction and opportunity for first year Health Sciences students to develop their writing, information technology, and literacy skills. The emphasis in the course is on cultivating the students’ writing skills to the level of scholarly writing and referencing material within prescribed formats. Students participate in activities that foster critical thinking as they research and evaluate online materials as well as participate in self and peer evaluation activities. Students are introduced to various authoritative sources of health information, and how to evaluate health information sources for their authoritativeness. Through the course, the students will participate in the writing process, from conduct of a literature review, evaluation of information sources, to the final output of an academic paper in the prescribed format. Academic integrity and technical writing skills are also emphasized.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 1300U, HLSC 1700U, HLSC 1701U , HLSC 1702U
    Cross-listed: HLSC 1701U  
  

  • KINE 1030U – Quantitative Reasoning

    This course will focus on quantitative reasoning skills that are prerequisite for Biomechanics. Students will explore the use of technology to analyze data, as well as various mathematical techniques to solve equations and manipulate vectors. The fundamental principles of mechanics will be explored through problem solving exercises. Topics include kinematics, forces and free‐body analysis, momentum and energy conservation, and torque. This is a hybrid course and uses a combination of face‐to‐face classroom time, as well as interactive online instructional learning tools.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 2702U, PHY 1810U 
    Students enrolled in PHY 1010U  can apply for exemption.
  

  • KINE 1100U – Human Anatomy & Physiology II

    This course is an extension of KINE 1010U Human Anatomy & Physiology I  as an introduction to the aspects of normal anatomy and physiology. This course will examine in more detail systems in the human body that are essential for survival and homeostasis. Understanding these systems will be very important not only to pass the course, but also for second year Pathophysiology as well as future clinical practice, since malfunctions in many of these systems result in diseases and conditions commonly affecting Canadians.  The emphasis will be not only to assimilate information but most importantly to understand it. Students will be expected to become active learners and will use tutorial sessions.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1010U 
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 1201U 
    Cross-listed: HLSC 1201U 
  

  • KINE 1110U – Introduction to Movement Neuroscience

    This course is designed to develop and extend basic concepts of the functional anatomy of the human nervous system into a broader comprehension of the neuroanatomical, neurophysiological, and cognitive‐behavioral approaches prevalent within human movement and neuroscience. This is a foundation course that sets out to establish the core principles for Stage 3 comprehension and eventual graduate level study of the Human Motor System.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 2400U 
  

  • KINE 1120U – Human Growth and Motor Development

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of human growth and development across the lifespan and understand the factors that influence changes in behavior from a developmental perspective. Students will gain an understanding of the major theoretical perspectives of motor development and will be able to consider the acquisition of motor skills within the framework of these theories.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 2401U 
  

  • KINE 1130U – Sociocultural Perspectives

    Examining the socio‐cultural influences on physical activity and health is essential because inequalities in these areas cannot be explained by lifestyle choices alone. In addition, physical activity and health trends also have important impacts on society and culture. In this course, historical, social, political, psychosocial and economic forces that influence physical activity behaviour and health will be discussed. Demographic factors such as education, employment, income levels, ethnicity and gender will be examined in light of their contributions to health inequalities, and access to health and physical activity resources. The bidirectional relationship between socio‐cultural factors and physical activity and health will be utilized to discuss issues such as mass sporting events, racism, sexism, and individual and community wellbeing.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 1812U 
  

  • KINE 2000U – Anatomy of Human Movement

    Anatomy of Human Movement covers the applied anatomy of the musculoskeletal system. It uses a regional approach to develop a sound understanding of regional structures, and their role in producing movement, both individually and synergistically as part of movement patterns and composite movements. The course is a hybrid course which uses a combination of online lecture material and quizzes, face to face classroom time for case studies and concept reinforcement and ”hands on” laboratories in addition to models and specialized 3‐D computer software to aid students in their learning.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1100U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3470U 
  

  • KINE 2010U – Health and Indigenous People in Canada

    This course offers an introduction to Indigenous Health in Canada. Topics include historic practices of health and epidemiological status across pre‐European contact, early European contact, and postmodern contact. The health status of Indigenous peoples in Canada will be discussed through the lens of social and political determinants of health. The course will also focus on promising health promotion and research practices with Indigenous communities. The intersection of Indigenous knowledge and Western knowledge will be explored through learning about worldview and cultural practices. This course will also encourage learners to critically appraise colonial practices along with power, privilege, and racism. The course will culminate with an examination of the findings from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1130U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3823U  
  

  • KINE 2020U – Exercise Biochemistry

    This course will provide a comprehensive study of human biochemistry which will introduce major biopolymers and biomolecules, metabolic pathways, mechanisms of control, and gene function. This course will present how the basic principles of biochemistry underlie the normal physiological functions in humans and the perturbations of exercise. Topics will include nucleic acids, protein structure and function, enzymes,membranes, and metabolism (lipid, nitrogen, and carbohydrate). This course will better prepare Kinesiology students with an understanding of foundational biochemistry underlying rest and exercise. The lecture component will be structured towards introductory exercise biochemistry. This foundational knowledge will serve as the intellectual basis for advanced courses in exercise physiology and prescription.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1100U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 2480U and HLSC 2110U  
  

  • KINE 2030U – Psychology of Sport and Exercise

    Students are introduced to concepts, theories and research in sport and exercise psychology. This course emphasizes the psychological influences on sport and exercise participation, as well as the biopsychosocial consequences of sport and exercise participation. Topics include motivation, self‐efficacy, group dynamics, leadership, behaviour change, and enhancing performance in fitness, recreation, health, and sport settings. This course also aims to develop an appreciation for how each topic interacts with diverse populations and activity settings. This course provides the foundation for applied content in KINE 4461U.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1130U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3020U 
  

  • KINE 2040U – Biomechanics

    Biomechanics covers the core principles related to biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system. This course will introduce you to the field of Biomechanics. Human movement will be investigated using the laws of physics and mechanics to understand how the body generates forces and moments to act on the external environment, causing motion. This course will discuss Biomechanics via its applications to enhancing sports performance, ergonomics, athletic equipment design, prosthetics development, protective equipment and rehabilitation. In addition to lectures, there will be practical laboratory experiences that use video and computerized biomechanical analysis techniques to study and understand human motion.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1030U   and KINE 1100U 
    Corequisite(s): KINE 2000U 
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4471U 
  

  • KINE 2100U – Introduction to Injury Management

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the management of musculoskeletal injuries of the extremities. They will be introduced to assessment of limb injuries, emergency assessment and treatment as well as basic taping and support techniques. Through functional anatomy review, a knowledge base is developed to provide a means for the analysis of injury mechanisms. Materials covered include mechanisms of injury, tissue biomechanics, pathology, assessment and prevention of acute and chronic trauma. The lab component provides exposure to hands‐on assessment of joint movement, stretching, taping and splinting techniques.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 2000U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3475U 
  

  • KINE 2110U – Motor Control and Learning

    This course develops a critical approach to the understanding of human movement. It will expand on the principles of applied neuroscience that were established in KINE 1110U  . The course will examine the neurological, physiological, psychological and behavioural principles underlying human motor control and motor learning. Specific topics covered will include classification and measurement of motor performance, the role of sensory processes, memory and attention. Applications for clinical and coaching professions will be covered by examining proper delivery of feedback and the structure of practice. It is intended that this course will establish a sound foundation for post-graduate study in clinical disciplines and care interventions used in movement rehabilitation.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1110U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3410U  
  

  • KINE 2120U – Ethical Behaviour

    In this course, students will explore the history of ethics with particular emphasis on the theories that apply to ethics in health care. Ethical decision‐making will be discussed, and students will gain practical knowledge in the application of ethics to health care by examining special topics in biomedical ethics.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1130U 
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3710U , HLSC 3711U , HLSC 3712U 
  

  • KINE 2130U – Exercise Physiology

    This course will be an introduction to the basic components of physiology as they apply to health, fitness and exercise. Short and long‐term adaptations to acute and chronic bouts of exercise will be examined relative to health and human movement. An emphasis will be placed on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems with special attention to the application of physiological principles of training. The course uses a combination of didactic classroom lecturing and hands‐on laboratories where students collect and analyze physiological data during and post‐exercise to provide problem‐based learning opportunities.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 2020U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3481U 
  

  • KINE 2140U – Research Methods

    This course will critically examine a variety of research theories and methodologies employed by both quantitative and qualitative allied health care researchers. The student will be able to critically examine, interpret, analyze and apply findings from published research reports from both human and nonhuman investigations conducted in a variety of laboratory, clinical and community‐based research settings. The course will examine how published research reports are utilized as the basis for evidence‐based practice by health care professionals. Students will have an opportunity to explore innovative studies and critical health concerns to demonstrate the application of a variety of research methods employed by health care professionals and scientists in Canada and globally.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1030U 
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3910U  
  

  • KINE 3000U – Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription

    This course is designed to provide students with a foundation in fitness assessment and exercise prescription. It prepares students to work in the fitness industry with healthy clients and introduces the topic of exercise modification for special populations. Lectures focus on principles of training related to endurance, strength, flexibility and balance. Laboratory sessions emphasize development of competency in submaximal fitness assessment and individualized exercise prescription. This course is heavily based on the Physical Activity Training for Health (PATH) manual produced by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Upon completion of this course (and KINE 2130U ), students are eligible to complete an examination that will lead to the designation of Certified Personal Trainer with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 2130U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3480U  
  

  • KINE 3010U – Critical Appraisal of Statistics

    Statistics is the science of numbers. This course offers a concepts‐based introduction to statistical procedures that prepares public health, medical and life science students to conduct and critically evaluate research in the health science field. The statistical procedures, numerical techniques and assessment tools will be explored both qualitatively and quantitatively through descriptive and inferential statistics. Students will study a selection of topics covering data summary and presentation; sampling theory; probability theory; hypotheses testing; correlation and regression analyses; life tables and survival analysis.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 2140U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3800U  
  

  • KINE 3100U – Nutrition and Health

    This course introduces the principles of human nutrition as they relate to health and health promotion. Topics covered include dietary standards and guidelines, macronutrients, micronutrients, energy balance and healthy body weight, sports nutrition, diet and chronic diseases, food safety and technology, and nutrition recommendations for different life stages. Current issues such as nutrition quackery, fad diets, vegetarian diets, supplements, organic food and functional foods will be explored.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 1100U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 2825U , HLSC 2820U 
    Cross-listed: HLSC 2825U 
  

  • KINE 3200U – Integrated Topics in Active Aging

    This course is designed to prepare students to understand the interaction between an active lifestyle and biopsychosocial components of aging. A particular emphasis will be placed on movement behaviours accumulated across the 24 hours, the patterns of these movement behaviours, methods for collecting information on movement behaviours, and sex/gender differences in movement behaviours. Furthermore, students will learn about the association between active aging and relevant topics such as age-friendly communities, social isolation and mental health. Students will also be provided with experiential learning opportunities through local partners such as the Oshawa Seniors Community Centre. Finally, students will develop the ability to critically appraise active aging research.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (KINE 1130U  and KINE 2130U ) OR (HLSC 1812U and HLSC 3480U )
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • KINE 3476U – Advanced Sport Injury Management

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the mechanisms, management and prevention of injuries to the head, neck, torso, and pelvis, and advanced assessment of injuries to the extremities. Therapeutic modalities such as ice, heat, massage, and stretching ‐ their theoretical basis, indications, contraindications and practical application in the management of athletic injuries will be introduced. The lab will provide practical experience in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries. Advanced taping and injury assessment techniques will be covered, using scenario‐based assessment and treatment. This course is a prerequisite to KINE 4492U  and KINE 4493U  the Athletic Therapy Internship.
    Credit hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3475U or KINE 2100U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 3472U  or HLSC 3476U  
  

  • KINE 3481U – Physical Activity Pedagogy for Children and Youth

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to select pedagogical principles and practical experience in the promotion of physical literacy for children and youth. This course will focus on the establishment of optimal physical activity learning environments. The course will commence with an overview of physical literacy theories and contemporary issues in the promotion of physical activity for children and youth. Students will learn to manage children and youth in physical activity settings while reducing risk and optimizing opportunities to foster physical literacy. Students will become acquainted with the promotion of unstructured play and structured activity. Modification of games and activity for the enjoyment and inclusion of young people with all abilities will be discussed. Opportunities will be provided for the observation and application of these principles and practices in a lab and/or field-based setting.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 2
    Laboratory hours: 1
    Prerequisite(s): 24 credit hours
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • KINE 3482U – Physical Activity and Indigenous Peoples in Canada

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to physical activity and Indigenous Peoples in Canada. The course will provide students with an overview of the historic and contemporary physical activity practices of the First Peoples of Canada. Students will be exposed to traditional and Arctic games through experiential learning. The current physical activity levels of Indigenous Peoples will be reviewed and discussed. Physical activity disparities, along with barriers and facilitators to physical activity for Indigenous Peoples will be examined. Learners will compare the Canadian sport system and the Indigenous sport system, along with recognizing the intersections between the two. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) reports and calls to action that are relevant to physical activity will be discussed and students will assess Canada’s current state of physical activity for Indigenous Peoples based on the TRC calls to action. The course will culminate with an analysis of culturally appropriate strategies for the promotion of physical activity with Indigenous Peoples. 
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Other hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s):  (HLSC 1810U  or KINE 1000U ) and (HLSC 1812U or KINE 1130U )
  

  • KINE 4100U – Kinesiology Capstone

    This capstone course provides students with the opportunity to integrate their knowledge in Kinesiology, and build competencies to begin working in the field of Kinesiology. This course will include content on program planning and evaluation, leadership and communication, evidence-informed practice, and knowledge translation. The purpose of the course is to help students develop professional competencies, preparing them for entry into the workplace, or higher education.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): Must be in final year of the Kinesiology Program
    Experiential learning: Yes
  

  • KINE 4401U – Motor Behaviour and Developmental Disabilities

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a thorough understanding of the factors that contribute to the motor behaviour characteristics of children with developmental disabilities. The emphasis will be placed on empirical literature in the pediatric disability domain to derive instructional and rehabilitation practices with this population. Application of this empirical knowledge to planning, assessing, prescribing, implementing and evaluating movement, rehabilitation, and sport skill programs for children with pediatric disabilities will be the focus.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 2401U or KINE 1120U ) and 60 credit hours
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4401U  
  

  • KINE 4404U – Injury Prevention for Sport and Physical Activity

    Sports injury prevention typically focuses on individual‐level determinants of injury (e.g. biomechanical and/or behavioural) with little regard for other contributing influences. This course uses an ecological systems theory approach to identify factors that influence injury in sport and physical activity.  By examining the complex interplay between individual, relationship, community, and societal factors, strategies related to education, environment, and enforcement (Haddon Matrix) can be identified and implemented in order to reduce/eliminate injuries in sport and physical activity.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 1810U  or KINE 1000U ) and 60 credit hours
    Note(s): Contact hours may consist of a variety of instructional methods.
  

  • KINE 4405U – Policy Development for Sport and Physical Activity

    In Canada, and around the world, the last decades have seen a steady increase in public investment in sport and physical activity in pursuit of medals on the international stage and in support of a more active, healthy lifestyle.  This pursuit has led Governments at all levels to implement policies related to athlete training programs (Long Term Athlete Development plan), financial aid (Athlete Assistance Program), educational policies related to physical education, as well as injury prevention policies (e.g., concussion management). However, there has been little analysis of factors that shape the generation of these various policies, or consideration of the roles played by policy actors. Kinesiology graduates often find themselves working in physical activity and sport, this course provides critical background in relevant areas of policy and practices
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 1812U or HLSC 1811U  or KINE 1130U ) and 60 Credit hours
    Note(s): Contact hours may consist of a variety of instructional methods.
  

  • KINE 4410U – Practical Skills for Kinesiology Professionals

    This course is designed to develop competency in practical skills required of entry level Kinesiology graduates. This laboratory intensive course will allow students to become qualified exercise professionals and will prepare them for examinations with groups such as the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology, the College of Kinesiology and the National Strength and Conditioning Association. The emphasis of this course will be on clinical evaluation skills, fitness assessment and exercise prescription for individuals across the lifespan, and across the health spectrum. Health, performance and work-related scenarios will be covered in most modules. Students are expected to become independent, confident and competent in clinical and non‐clinical exercise settings through online lectures, laboratory work and client work. Current research will be used to critically analyze popular fitness trends and current practices. 
     
    Credit hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (KINE 4412U  and HLSC 3481U and KINE 4482U ) or (KINE 4412U and KINE 2130U  and KINE 4482U ) and permission of the instructor.
  

  • KINE 4412U – Exercise Rehabilitation I: Cardiac, Respiratory and Metabolic Conditions

    This course will focus on exercise prescription and exercise modification for those with chronic conditions related to the cardiovascular, respiratory and metabolic systems. An emphasis will be placed on the role of exercise in primary and secondary prevention (pre-habilitation) and on the use of exercise as an adjunct treatment for rehabilitation. This course will cover relevant pathophysiology, pharmacology and exercise physiology of important cardiovascular, respiratory and metabolic conditions using problem-based learning, case studies and laboratory based assignments.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 3480U  or KINE 3000U  ) and (HLSC 3481U  or KINE 2130U )
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4402U or HLSC 4412U  
  

  • KINE 4413U – Exercise Rehabilitation II: Integrated Case Studies

    This course focuses on the role of exercise in a multi-component approach to rehabilitation. The risks and benefits of exercise, particularly with respect to sedentary individuals and/or those with medical considerations as well as the evidence for the role of exercise as a primary or adjunctive intervention for rehabilitation are considered. The course covers the psychology and physiology of chronic pain including the role of cognitive behavioural therapy, selection and assessment of appropriate rating scales and evaluation procedures and assessment of risk factors for exercise. The second part of the course integrates this information, along with relevant pathophysiology and exercise physiology using case study presentations of clients with neural and musculoskeletal conditions.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 1.5 (biweekly)
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 3480U  or KINE 3000U ) and (HLSC 3481U or KINE 2130U )
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4403U or HLSC 4413U  
  

  • KINE 4414U – Advanced Topics in Neuromuscular Physiology and Pathophysiology

    This course investigates advanced topics in neuromuscular physiology and pathology that are important for the control of human movement. There is a focus on the neurophysiology underlying human movement pathologies with a contextual integration of the principles of advanced neuroscience to neuromuscular rehabilitation.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Tutorial hours: 1.5
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3410U  or KINE 2110U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4414U  
  

  • KINE 4460U – Selected Topics in Physical Activity and Health

    Designed for senior students this course will investigate current topics in physical activity and health from multiple perspectives. A minimum of five topics will be selected for study and each will be addressed approaching the topic from a different perspective, including but not limited to: physiological, biomechanical, social, psychological and ethical.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): 84 credit hours or permission of the faculty
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4460U  
  

  • KINE 4461U – Applied Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology

    The application of psychosocial theories and concepts is an important component of successful applied work in kinesiology. This course builds on the foundational concepts in HLSC 3020U  and HLSC 3410U  with emphases on applied sport and exercise psychology theories and interventions in real-world contexts and professional settings. In this course, the application of sport and exercise psychology strategies, interventions and programs are considered relative to a range of individual, task and environmental constraints. Topics include issues related to psychological skills, motivation, behaviour change, leadership, coaching, positive youth development programs, rehabilitation, age, disability and motor skill acquisition. This course will be of interest to those working with people in exercise, health and sport settings, and to those interested in promoting their own personal growth, wellbeing and performance.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3020U   or HLSC 3410U  or KINE 2030U  or KINE 2110U  
  

  • KINE 4473U – Practical Human Anatomy I: Back and Lower Limbs

    This course introduces the student to the gross and developmental structure of the human body and explores the functional relationships between these structures. In particular, the structure and function of the neuromuscular and skeletal systems as well as that of the joints are emphasized. Learners also determine the clinical significance of structures being studied at embryonic and gross anatomical levels. This course focuses on the back and lower limb regions. Learning methods in this course include on-line lectures, practical laboratories, and online learning components. Numerous clinical cases are used to demonstrate the interrelationships between the structure and function in health and disease. In addition, this course incorporates anatomical changes and processes that occur during embryonic development, growth and maturation to adulthood.
    Credit hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 1200U or KINE 1010U ) and (HLSC 1201U   KINE 1100U ) and (HLSC 3470U or KINE 2000U )
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4473U  
  

  • KINE 4474U – Practical Human Anatomy II: Head, Neck and Upper Limbs

    This course introduces the student to the gross and developmental structure of the human body and explores the functional relationships between these structures. In particular, the structure and function of the neuromuscular and skeletal systems as well as that of the joints are emphasized. Learners also determine the clinical significance of structures being studied at embryonic and gross anatomical levels. This course focuses on the head, neck and upper limbs. Learning methods in this course include online lecture, laboratory and tutorial components. Numerous clinical cases are used to demonstrate the interrelationships between the structure and function in health and disease. In addition, this course incorporates anatomical changes and processes that occur during embryonic development, growth and maturation to adulthood.
    Credit hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Tutorial hours: 1
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3470U or KINE 2000U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4474U  
  

  • KINE 4475U – Occupational Ergonomics

    This course examines a variety of topics in occupational and industrial ergonomics to better understand physical demands in the workplace and how people become injured at work. The course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to understand, analyze and prevent work‐related musculoskeletal injuries. Topics include the biomechanical, physiological and psychophysical assessment of workplace tasks, mechanisms of work‐related injuries, workplace assessment for injury risk, pre‐employment screening and legislated guidelines. Special focus will be given to the low back and upper limb. Practical laboratory experiences will provide students with exposure to different workplace measurement, assessment and evaluation tools, including use of sophisticated digital human modeling software for proactive ergonomics analyses.
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 4471U  or KINE 2040U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4472U or HLSC 4475U  
  

  • KINE 4476U – Clinical Biomechanics

    This course builds on and applies concepts from Biomechanics and Ergonomics to provide students with an understanding of the mechanisms of injury. Topics in this course will include: The biomechanical considerations for procedures used in orthopedic surgery and implantable materials, investigating material properties of biological tissues to understand how injuries develop, investigating normal and clinical gait patterns (ankle, knee, hip injuries, cerebral palsy, etc.), the use of musculoskeletal computer modelling techniques to simulate surgical procedures and biomechanical outcomes.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 4475U or KINE 4475U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4472U or HLSC 4476U  
  

  • KINE 4477U – Applied Techniques in Neuromechanics

    The purpose of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to gain exposure to theoretical and practical applications of commonly used techniques in neuromechanics. The course will provide an overview of each of the techniques, and a discussion about the strengths and limitations of each technique, as well as what it can reveal about the underlying physiology being measured. Examples of techniques discussed include: electromyography, motion capture systems, eye tracking systems, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroencephalography (EEG) and near infrared spectroscopy (NIRs). The first six weeks of laboratories will provide demonstrations of each technique. For the second half of the course, students will select one technique and design a small pilot project where they will collect data and write a “journal article” style report. This course is especially useful for those interested in the field of Neuromechanics or working in Clinical Neurophysiology in hospital settings.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Corequisite(s):  (HLSC 3410U  or KINE 2110U) or equivalent (concurrent)
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4477U  
  

  • KINE 4478U – Advanced Ergonomics and Human Factors

    The purpose of this course is to explore advanced issues in ergonomics, human factors and digital human modeling. This course builds on the skills developed in KINE 4475U – Occupational Ergonomics  to provide a deeper understanding of the etiology of workplace injuries and quantitative risk assessment. This course will place a major emphasis on proactive ergonomics approaches, including in depth theoretical and practical evaluation of digital human modeling technologies to optimize human performance in the workplace. Students will gain an appreciation for how human biomechanics, physiology and movement behaviour are predicted using theoretical models, and will evaluate the strengths and limitations of such approaches. By the end of this course, students will be equipped with the tools needed to become a professional ergonomist.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): KINE 4475U  or equivalent
    Cross-listed: HLSC 5304G
  

  • KINE 4482U – Advanced Exercise Assessment and Prescription

    This course applies scientific interpretation of advanced fitness assessment for the prescription of accurate and progressive exercise programs. An emphasis will be placed on developing competency using advanced protocols for assessment of the major components of fitness related to health and performance. An emphasis will also be placed on developing an understanding of the role of assessment in the overall design of fitness and exercise programs. Healthy populations, specifically athletes (recreational and professional) will be the focus. This course will provide a basis for competencies associated with the CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) designation.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Laboratory hours: 2
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3480U   or KINE 3000U
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4482U  
  

  • KINE 4483U – Advanced Exercise Physiology

    The purpose of this course is to gain an in‐depth understanding in advanced topics in exercise physiology. The primary focus will be cardiovascular and respiratory physiology. Students will build on foundational knowledge in specific topic areas. Topics will range from specific populations such as athletes or older adults, to environmental conditions such as altitude or pollution, to different training methods, and more. Acute responses and chronic adaptations will be covered. This seminar style course will allow students to develop their critical appraisal and research communication skills, as well as expertise in a specific topic area that they choose to focus on in their assignments.
    Credit hours: 3
    Lecture hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3481U or KINE 2130U  or equivalent
    Cross-listed: HLSC 5306G
  

  • KINE 4490U – Kinesiology Internship I

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with practical experience in the kinesiology field. Examples of internships might be in fitness centres, hospitals, or working with sports teams as a strength and conditioning coach. Students may do a single semester (3 credits) or continue in HLSC 4491U – Kinesiology Internship II . Students will complete a minimum 100 hours in their placement position and be required to write a comprehensive report on the kinesiology knowledge that they utilized from their undergraduate courses in contributing to the internship placement, as well as how the placement helped them to integrate that knowledge for their own learning.
    Credit hours: 3
    Other hours: 100
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 3020U or KINE 2030U ) and (HLSC 3481U  or KINE 2130U ) and permission of the course instructor 
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4490U  
  

  • KINE 4492U – Athletic Therapy Internship I

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with practical experience in the athletic therapy field. Students will be provided with advanced first aid and athletic therapy training before being placed with a varsity team as a student therapist. Students must do a double semester placement for this choice (6 credits). Students will complete a minimum 135 hours per semester in their placement position and be required to write a comprehensive report on the kinesiology knowledge that they utilized from their undergraduate courses in contributing to the internship placement, as well as how the placement helped them to integrate that knowledge for their own learning.
    Credit hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 3020U or KINE 2030U ) and HLSC 3472U  and (HLSC 3481U  or KINE 2130U ) and permission of the course instructor.
    Corequisite(s): HLSC 4482U or KINE 4482U  
    Credit restriction(s):  HLSC 4494U or KINE 4494U  or HLSC 4492U  
    Note(s): Students continue in KINE 4493U  and will not receive a grade for KINE 4492U until the subsequent course is complete. Students may only enrol in one Internship course in each semester.
  

  • KINE 4493U – Athletic Therapy Internship II

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with practical experience in the athletic therapy field. Students will be provided with advanced first aid and athletic therapy training before being placed with a varsity team as a student therapist. Students must do a double semester placement for this choice (6 credits). Students will complete a minimum 135 hours per semester in their placement position and be required to write a comprehensive report on the kinesiology knowledge that they utilized from their undergraduate courses in contributing to the internship placement, as well as how the placement helped them to integrate that knowledge for their own learning.
    Credit hours: 3
    Prerequisite(s): HLSC 4492U or KINE 4492U  and permission of course instructor
    Credit restriction(s):  HLSC 4495U or KINE 4495U  or HLSC 4493U  
    Note(s): Students are expected to take this course immediately after KINE 4492U . Students may only enrol in one Internship course in each semester.
  

  • KINE 4494U – Extended Athletic Therapy Internship I

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with practical experience in the athletic therapy field. Students will be provided with advanced first aid and athletic therapy training before being placed with a varsity team as a student therapist. Students will complete a minimum of 160 hours in a single semester in their placement position and be required to complete an academic component such as a series of article reviews on topics relevant to their team placement and the types of injuries commonly seen in that sport or compilation of research data related to their sport. There is also a component of knowledge synthesis where students keep a journal where they record observations of how knowledge gained from their undergraduate courses is applied in the internship placement, and how the placement helped them to integrate that knowledge for their own learning.
    Credit hours: 6
    Prerequisite(s): (HLSC 3020U  or KINE 2030U  and HLSC 3472U  and (HLSC 3481U  or KINE 2130U ) and permission of course instructor.
    Corequisite(s): HLSC 4482U or KINE 4482U  
    Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4492U or KINE 4492U  or HLSC 4494U  
    Note(s): Students may only enrol in one Internship course in each semester.
  

  • KINE 4495U – Extended Athletic Therapy Internship II

    The purpose of this course is to provide the student with practical experience in the athletic therapy field. Students will be provided with advanced first aid and athletic therapy training before being placed with a varsity team as a student therapist. Students will complete a minimum of 160 hours in their placement position and be required to write a comprehensive report on the kinesiology knowledge that they utilized from their undergraduate courses in contributing to the internship placement, as well as how the placement helped them to integrate that knowledge for their own learning.
    Credit hours: 6
    Prerequisite(s): (((HLSC 3020U  or KINE 2020U ) and HLSC 3472U  and (HLSC 3481U or KINE 2130U ) and (HLSC 4482U or KINE 4482U ) and permission of the course instructor) or (HLSC 4494U or KINE 4494U ) and permission of the course instructor)).
    Credit restriction(s):  HLSC 4493U or KINE 4493U  or HLSC 4495U  
    Note(s): Students are normally expected to take this course immediately after KINE 4494U  or KINE 4492U .
 

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