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KNPE 352 Research Skills Development Practicum Units: 3.00
A practicum for students in Kinesiology and Physical Education working in the research labs and on research projects of SKHS faculty members. Includes a seminar series covering research topics and methodologies in: Applied Exercise Science, Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, and Sociology of Sport and Health.
NOTE Students will apply for a research-based practicum at the end of their second year. Recommended for students who intend to complete KNPE 595.
NOTE Students will apply for a research-based practicum at the end of their second year. Recommended for students who intend to complete KNPE 595.
Learning Hours: 140 (12 Seminar, 80 Practicum, 48 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and registration in the KINE Specialization Plan and KNPE 251/3.0 and permission of the Course Coordinator or the Undergraduate Chair in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies.
Corequisite HLTH 252/3.0.
Exclusion HLTH 352/3.0.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss multidisciplinary research methodologies used in SKHS research labs/programs.
- Practice various aspects of the research process including data collection/analysis, literature searches, manuscript writing, presentation skills, etc. through a research development practicum in an SKHS research lab/program.
- Apply effective written and oral/visual communication skills.
- Model ethical behaviour consistent with the responsible conduct of research and professional practice.