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43 Kinesiology and Physical Education
Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education
Sir Arthur Currie Memorial Gymnasium
475 Pine Avenue West
Montreal, Quebec H2W 1S4
Telephone: (514) 398-4184
Fax: (514) 398-4186
Website: www.mcgill.ca/edu-kpeE-mail: kin.physed@mcgill.ca
Chair
Dr. Ted Milner
Graduate Program DirectorDr. René A. Turcotte
Telephone: (514) 398-4184 ext. 0488
43.1 Staff
Professors
Ross E. Andersen; B.Ed., M.A.(McG.), Ph.D.(Temple)
Greg Reid; B.Ed.(P.E.)(McG.), M.S.(Calif.), Ph.D.(Penn.St.)
Theodore E. Milner; B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.(Alta.)
Associate Professors
Gordon Bloom; B.Ed.(W. Ont), M.A.(York (Can.)), Ph.D.(Ott.)
David J. Pearsall; B.A., BPHE, M.Sc., Ph.D.(Qu.)
René A. Turcotte; H.B.P.H.E.(Lauren.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Alta.)
Assistant Professors
Julie Côté; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Wis.-Madison), Ph.D.(Montr.)
William Harvey; B.Ed, M.A., Ph.D.(McG.)
Catherine Sabiston; B.Sc.K.(Dal.), M.H.K.(Windsor), Ph.D.(Br. Col.)
Paul Stapley; B.A.(Leeds), M.Sc (Northumbria), Ph.D. (Bourgogne)
Tanja Taivassalo; B.Sc., Ph.D.(McG.)
Enrique Garcia; BPE, INEF(Madrid), M.Sc.(Laval), Ph.D.(Alta.)
Dilson Rassier; BPE, M.Sc.(Brazil), Ph.D.(Calg.)
Adjunct Professors
Bernard Aguilaniu, Robert Boushel, Isabelle Cossette, Christian Duval
43.2 Programs Offered
The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education Department offers thesis and non-thesis options leading to an M.A. or an M.Sc. in Kinesiology and Physical Education. Graduate program of studies in the areas of Adapted Physical Activity, Pedagogy and Sport and Exercise Psychology lead to an M.A. while graduate program of studies in the areas of Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology and Motor Control and Learning lead to an M.Sc.
The M.A. or M.Sc. with thesis route provides the opportunity to acquire critical skills and knowledge related to systematic research in an area of specialization.
The M.A. or M.Sc. non-thesis route provides the opportunity for those interested in professional practice to acquire advanced knowledge in an area of specialization as well as some breadth.
Prospective applicants to the Ph.D. (Ad Hoc) program should contact the Department at (514) 398-4184.
Research conducted in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education focuses in the areas of adapted physical activity, biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control, and learning and sport and exercise psychology. Research laboratories are located in the department's Seagram Sport Science Centre as well as in the satellite facilities located at the Occupational Biomechanics and Posture-Movement Control Lab of the Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital, the Research Clinical Exercise Physiology Lab of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), Douglas Mental Health University, Ste-Justine Hospital, the Ville Marie Medical and Women's Health Center and the Montreal Neurological Institute. Other affiliated research centres include Summit School and the Mackay Centre.
43.3 Admission Requirements
1. An undergraduate degree in Physical and Health Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or its equivalent is required.
2. A minimum academic standing equivalent to a CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
43.4 Application Procedure
McGill's online application form is available to all graduate program candidates at www.mcgill.ca/applying/graduate.
Applications will be considered upon receipt of:
1. application form,
2. official transcripts from previous undergraduate/graduate programs of study,
3. two letters of reference,
4. $80 application fee,
5. TOEFL score (where applicable).
The deadlines for Canadians to submit applications are:
Fall session - March 1
Winter session - October 15For International students, applications must be submitted at least six months prior to the official deadline indicated above.
All documentation is to be submitted directly to the Graduate Program Director in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education.
43.5 Program Requirements
M.A. Kinesiology and Physical Education (Thesis Option)
(45 credits)
Areas: Adapted Physical Activity, Pedagogy, and Sport and Exercise Psychology
Required Courses
(6 credits)
Complementary Courses
(15 credits)
Thesis Component - Required
(24 credits)
EDKP 691
(6)
Thesis Research 1
EDKP 692
(6)
Thesis Research 2
EDKP 693
(6)
Thesis Research 3
EDKP 694
(6)
Thesis Research 4
M.A. Kinesiology and Physical Education (Non-Thesis)
(45 credits)
Areas: Adapted Physical Activity, Pedagogy, and Sport and Exercise Psychology
Complementary Courses
(18 credits)
M.Sc. Kinesiology and Physical Education (Thesis Option)
(45 credits)
Areas: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, and Motor Control and Learning
Required Courses
(6 credits)
Complementary Courses
(15 credits)
Thesis Component - Required
(24 credits)
EDKP 691
(6)
Thesis Research 1
EDKP 692
(6)
Thesis Research 2
EDKP 693
(6)
Thesis Research 3
EDKP 694
(6)
Thesis Research 4
M.Sc. Kinesiology and Physical Education (Non-Thesis)
45 credits)
Areas: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, and Motor Control and Learning
Complementary Courses
(18 credits)
43.6 Courses (EDKP)
Students preparing to register should consult the Web at www.mcgill.ca/minerva (click on Class Schedule) for the most up-to-date list of courses available; courses may have been added, rescheduled or cancelled after this Calendar went to press. Class Schedule lists courses by term and includes days, times, locations, and names of instructors.
Single term and Multi-term Courses (D1/D2, N1/N2, J1/J2/J3)
The same course may be available as a single term offering and also as a multi-term offering. The course content and credit weight is equivalent in all modes; the only difference being the scheduling.
Courses with numbers ending in D1 and D2
are taught in two consecutive terms (most commonly Fall and Winter). Students must register for the same section of both the D1 and D2 components. When registering for a fall term D1 course the student will automatically be registered for the winter term D2 portion. No credit will be given unless both components (D1 and D2) are successfully completed in consecutive terms, e.g., Fall 2008 and Winter 2009.
Courses with numbers ending in N1 and N2
are taught in two non-consecutive terms (Winter and Fall). Students must register for the same section of both the N1 and N2 components. No credit will be given unless both components (N1 and N2) are successfully completed within a twelve (12) month period.
The course credit weight is given in parentheses after the title.
Descriptions of courses not scheduled in 2008-09 can usually be found in the preceding Calendar.
For more information on Multi-term Courses, Course
Terminology, Class Schedule and Course Catalog, see the General Information, Regulations and Research Guidelines, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Calendar for 2008-09.EDKP 504 Health & Lifestyle Education.
(3) This course will focus on content development and implementation of Health and Lifestyle concepts within the elementary and secondary physical education curriculum. Emphasis through lectures and labs will allow students' participation and experimentation of activities that could be taught in classroom and/or physical education settings.
EDKP 542 Environmental Exercise Physiology.
(3) (Prerequisite: EDKP 395.) Environmental Exercise Physiology will examine human physiological responses to acute and chronic exercise in the following environments: thermal stress (hot and cold), hypobaric (medium and high altitude), hyperbaric (diving and chambers), and microgravity.
EDKP 550 Analyzing Instructional Behaviours.
(3) Students will investigate generic and specialized data collection instruments used in the supervision of and research into teaching and coaching. Practical experience will include the selection and use of appropriate tools, establishment of observer reliability, critical analysis of observational systems, and application of systematic observation to pertinent research questions.
EDKP 566 Muscle Mechanics.
(3) (Prerequisite: EDKP 206) Theoretical basis of muscle activity measurement in the context of biomechanical studies, including muscle-related topics such as fatigue, injury and control.
EDKP 568 Biomechanics Instrumentation.
(3) (Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 668.)
Instrumentation and technical knowledge to assist in the acquisition and processing of data used in biomechanics.
EDKP 603 Individual Reading Course 1.
(6).
EDKP 603D1 (3), EDKP 603D2 (3) Individual Reading Course 1.
(Students must register for both EDKP 603D1 and EDKP 603D2) (No credit will be given for this course unless both EDKP 603D1 and EDKP 603D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms) (EDKP 603D1 and EDKP 603D2 together are equivalent to EDKP 603)
EDKP 605 Research Methods 1.
(3) The course will examine the nomenclature, structure, methods and areas of quantitative and qualitative research in Physical Education. Students will be required to evaluate research concepts and examine their relationship to statistical design. Activities will focus on data retrieval, research problems, proposals, data collection and report of findings.
EDKP 607 Curriculum Innovation and Change.
(3) This course examines recent Physical Education curriculum innovations at elementary, secondary and collegiate levels of physical education and how they have been implemented in various settings. It involves study of philosophical, societal and institutional changes on program emphasis and gives particular attention to how teachers may implement curriculum changes.
EDKP 608 Special Project.
(15) The development of a substantive written document which depicts an investigation or application of a physical education problem, issue or innovative practice. The monograph is to be presented to the candidate's advisor after satisfactory completion of the required course work.
EDKP 616 Individual Reading Course 2.
(3) Reading Course.
EDKP 630 Human Walking Mechanics.
(3) (Prerequisite: EDKP 206 or permission of instructor) Kinematics, kinetics, and neural control of walking and running under normal and perturbed conditions. Comparison of locomotion strategies for different populations (e.g. adolescents, elderly, amputees, etc.) will be emphasized. Various measurement techniques, data processing, and evaluations of total body and limb coordination will be addressed.
EDKP 635 Modeling Human Movement.
(3) (Prerequisite: EDKP 206 or permission of instructor) Computational techniques and methodologies necessary for theoretical calculation of modeling the physical dynamic behaviour of the human body and tissues.
EDKP 640 Advanced Ergonomics.
(3) Biomechanical aspects of some common motion disorders associated with the workplace. Recent knowledge in this area will be used to gain a better understanding and develop problem-solving skills related to issues such as risk factors, activity status, injury mechanisms, movement compensation, and work adaptation strategies.
EDKP 648 Physical Activity Psychology.
(3) An examination of the psychological and social psychological factors influencing physical activity behaviours. Emphasis is placed on understanding the theoretical constructs and research underlying involvement in physical activity including the introduction of salient measurement issues.
EDKP 650 Research in Physical Education Pedagogy.
(3) Theoretical foundation on research in physical education teaching, teacher preparation, and curriculum, including current literature to assess the scope of research designs used in the field and practical applications of the research.
EDKP 652 Cardio-Respiratory Exercise Physiology.
(3) A comprehensive review of the basic physiological responses of the circulatory and respiratory systems to acute and chronic exercise and a brief discussion of regulatory mechanisms.
EDKP 654 Sport Psychology.
(3) The psychological factors and personality characteristics that influence diverse aspects of sport and physical activity. Seminars focus on discussions/presentations of theory, psychometrics and application of psychological principles to behavior in sport.
EDKP 655 Inclusive Physical Activity.
(3) Physical activity program development for individuals with a disability, primarily from an inclusive self-determined perspective, including contemporary assessment, instructional methods, best educational practices, and existing curricular models for selected developmental disabilities.
EDKP 662 Nerve/Muscle Exercise Response.
(3) Acute and chronic adaptations of the neuromuscular system to exercise, current concepts and understanding of neuromuscular morphology, motor unit recruitment, the etiology of neuromuscular fatigue, and mechanisms of neuromuscular adaptation.
EDKP 664 Motor Learning.
(3) The analysis of conditions and factors related to human learning and performance or behavioural potential using the information processing model of behaviour. Seminar format is used to discuss experimentation and theory that examine motor skill acquisition.
EDKP 665 Motor Behaviour and Disability.
(3) Factors that influence the motor behaviour of individuals with a disability, including anthropometric characteristics, information processing, knowledge and self-regulation, motivation, and the social-cultural context. Cognitive and dynamic systems perspectives will be emphasized as well as developmental disabilities such as autism, intellectual disability, developmental coordination disorder, and ADHD.
EDKP 671 Experimental Problems.
(3) Study in one area of: ergo-physiology or biomechanics or psychology of motor performance or motor performance for exceptional children. To provide an opportunity to conduct a research project and develop an awareness of the problems involved in the area of concentration under departmental supervision.
EDKP 672 Experimental Problems.
(6) See EDKP 671. This course, however, is more intensive and comprehensive in nature.
EDKP 672D1 (3), EDKP 672D2 (3) Experimental Problems.
(Students must register for both EDKP 672D1 and EDKP 672D2) (No credit will be given for this course unless both EDKP 672D1 and EDKP 672D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms) (EDKP 672D1 and EDKP 672D2 together are equivalent to EDKP 672) See EDKP 671. This course, however, is more intensive and comprehensive in nature.
EDKP 691 Thesis Research 1.
(6) A comprehensive literature review in the general area of the thesis topic. Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s).
EDKP 691D1 (3), EDKP 691D2 (3) Thesis Research 1.
(Students must register for both EDKP 691D1 and EDKP 691D2) (No credit will be given for this course unless both EDKP 691D1 and EDKP 691D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms) (EDKP 691D1 and EDKP 691D2 together are equivalent to EDKP 691) A comprehensive literature review in the general area of the thesis topic. Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s).
EDKP 692 Thesis Research 2.
(6) Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s) culminating with a written proposal and oral seminar explaining the direction of the thesis research.
EDKP 692D1 (3), EDKP 692D2 (3) Thesis Research 2.
(Students must register for both EDKP 692D1 and EDKP 692D2) (No credit will be given for this course unless both EDKP 692D1 and EDKP 692D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms) (EDKP 692D1 and EDKP 692D2 together are equivalent to EDKP 692) Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s) culminating with a written proposal and oral seminar explaining the direction of the thesis research.
EDKP 693 Thesis Research 3.
(6) Ongoing research pertaining to the thesis under the direction of the thesis advisor(s).
EDKP 693D1 (3), EDKP 693D2 (3) Thesis Research 3.
(Students must register for both EDKP 693D1 and EDKP 693D2) (No credit will be given for this course unless both EDKP 693D1 and EDKP 693D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms) (EDKP 693D1 and EDKP 693D2 together are equivalent to EDKP 693) Ongoing research pertaining to the thesis under the direction of the thesis advisor(s).
EDKP 694 Thesis Research 4.
(6) Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s). Final submission and approval of the thesis.
EDKP 694D1 (3), EDKP 694D2 (3) Thesis Research 4.
(Students must register for both EDKP 694D1 and EDKP 694D2) (No credit will be given for this course unless both EDKP 694D1 and EDKP 694D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms) (EDKP 694D1 and EDKP 694D2 together are equivalent to EDKP 694) Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s). Final submission and approval of the thesis.
EDKP 695 Thesis Research 5.
(3) Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s) leading to the finalization of procedures for data collection.
EDKP 696 Thesis Research 6.
(3) Independent work under the supervision of the thesis advisor(s) leading to the finalization of procedures for data collection.
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