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Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology | Faculty of Science Simon Fraser University Calendar | Spring 2025

Kinesiology

Post Baccalaureate Diploma

Students interested in this program will normally hold a bachelor of science (BSc) degree, or equivalent.

Program Requirements

Students are required to successfully complete of an approved program comprised of 30 units of upper division or graduate courses, including all of

BPK 304W - Inquiry and Measurement in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (3)

Covers research design, measurement, data analysis, and hypothesis testing, as well as techniques for data acquisition, signal processing, and modeling relevant to research in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology. There is also a focus on scientific writing, with opportunities for feedback and revision. Prerequisite: BPK 142, STAT 201 and two of BPK 201, 205 and 207. Students with credit for BPK 304 may not repeat this course for further credit. Writing/Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Sabrina Lee
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Thu, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Thu, 5:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 305 - Human Physiology I (3)

A detailed examination of the physiology and pathophysiology of the cardiac, vascular and respiratory systems. The course focuses on integration of physiological mechanisms at the molecular, cellular and systems levels. Prerequisite: BPK 205, MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 (or 152). Majors from outside BPK require BPK 205 (or BISC 305), MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 (or 152) plus permission of the instructor.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Elizabeth Rohrs
Nadine Wicks
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 306 - Human Physiology II (3)

A detailed examination of the physiology and pathophysiology of the nervous system, skeletal muscle and connective tissue. The course focuses on integration of physiological mechanisms at the molecular, cellular and systems levels. Prerequisite: BPK 207. Corequisite: BPK 305. Majors from outside BPK require BPK 205 (or BISC 305), MBB 231 (or 201), MATH 155 (or 152) plus permission of the instructor.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Sam Doesburg
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, Wed, Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BPK 326 - Functional Anatomy (4)

A detailed study of human anatomy with emphasis on clinically relevant applications in health, injury and disease. Virtual cadaver dissection, comparative laboratory work, and an introduction to medical imaging emphasize the layered, three-dimensional organization of the human body. Participation in all labs is required. Prerequisite: Admission to the major or honours program in Behavioural Neuroscience or Biomedical Physiology or Kinesiology. BPK 142, 201, 205 and at least 60 units. Behavioral Neuroscience Major and Honours students require BPK 142, 205, PSYC 280 and at least 60 units. BPK major and honours students who have taken BPK 325 must also take BPK 326. For students taking both of these courses, credit will only be given for BPK 326.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Leanne Ramer
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Leanne Ramer
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Leanne Ramer
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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
D100 Diana Bedoya
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Thu, 8:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby

and one of

BPK 301 - Biomechanics Laboratory (3)

A laboratory course on the quantitative biomechanical evaluation of human movement. Students will learn analysis techniques for quantifying kinematics and kinetics of body segments in athletes, normal populations, and special populations during activities such as walking and jumping. Experiments will look at the nature of muscular force generation, and the mechanical impedance properties of the musculoskeletal system, as well as patterns of muscle activation, using surface EMG. Prerequisite: PHYS 102 (or 121 or 126 or 141), BPK 201. Quantitative.

BPK 407 - Human Physiology Laboratory (3)

Experiments dealing with the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal systems are covered. Prerequisite: BPK 304W, 305 and 306. Quantitative.

An additional 11 units, selected from an approved course list in consultation with an advisor, is required.

A minimum 2.5 grade point average is required for courses that are applied to the diploma.

Students are responsible for satisfying the necessary prerequisites.