Professors
Anthony F. Bogaert, Brent E. Faught, John Hay, Neil McCartney, Martin Tammemagi, Terrance J. Wade, Wendy Ward
Associate Professors
Brian Jeynes, Madelyn Law, Kelli-an G. Lawrance, Paul LeBlanc, Jian Liu, Dan Malleck, Miya Narushima, Deborah D. O'Leary, Ana L. Sanchez, Evangelia L. Tsiani, Hui Di Wang
Assistant Professors
Paula Gardner, Adam MacNeil
Adjunct Professors
Susan M. Arai, Philip Bilan, Jennifer Boyko, John Cairney, Andrea Feller, Eduardo Fernandez, Jessica Hopkins, Valerie Jaeger, Sinead McElhone, Richard Mitchell, Kevin Shoemaker, Theodoros Tsakiridis
Undergraduate Program Co-ordinator
Maryann Polce-Gordon
Director of Co-operative Programs
Cara Boese
General Information
Administrative Assistant
Joanne Boucher
905-688-5550, extension 4228 Academic South 329 brocku.ca/hlsc
The Department of Health Sciences offers four-year Honours degrees leading to a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Child Health, a Bachelor of Public Health (BPH), a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Medical Sciences or Biomedical Sciences and a three-year BA (Pass) degree in Community Health. A Dental Hygiene, Pharmacy Technician or Massage Therapy diploma may be earned with the BA (Pass) Community Health degree through articulation agreements with other post-secondary institutions.
The BA (Honours) in Child Health is designed for students wishing to pursue careers as an educator or health professional following post graduate study. The program provides students with a biological, psychological and sociological overview of the major determinants of health from birth through adolescence.
The Bachelor of Public Health (Honours) focuses on individual, community and population health and wellness with emphasis on health promotion, health administration, health policy, and health programming and evaluation. Students are prepared for careers in a broad range of community and public health fields, and postgraduate study in health-related disciplines.
The BSc (Honours) in Medical Sciences prepares students for careers in health professions with a bio-science perspective. This pre health professional degree allows students to meet the requirements for post graduate programs in medicine, dentistry, optometry, chiropractic health, and the allied health professions.
The BSc (Honours) in Biomedical Sciences focuses on the molecular basis of human health. It draws on the expertise of faculty in Health Sciences in the medical aspects of human health and of faculty in Biological Sciences in theory, methods, and applications of molecular biology. This program will prepare students for careers in biomedical research and teaching.
The BA (Pass) in Community Health focuses on community health and wellness emphasizing health promotion and health assessment as well as program development and evaluation. This foundational degree provides a broad overview of societal trends and systems related to health issues and is a stepping stone for careers in health related areas.
Brock/Colleges Articulation Agreements
Co-ordinated between the Department of Health Sciences and a related department at another post-secondary institution, articulation agreements offer students an opportunity to combine practical experience with theoretical knowledge, with courses taken at both Brock University and an Ontario college. Upon successful completion of both programs, students receive a BA (Pass) Community Health degree and a diploma from the corresponding college. Gaining both a degree and diploma would typically involve attending college after earning a university degree, or vice versa, however, the Brock articulation agreements combine practical and theoretical learning in a single integrated package that may be completed in four years.
Cardiovascular Technology
Students who have completed a Cardiovascular Technology diploma at Mohawk College with a minimum 70 percent average, may apply for consideration to Brock University and complete 10.0 prescribed credits (two years) to earn a BA (Pass) Community Health degree. Applications are made via OUAC 105 Application to Community Health (BAH) and applicants must contact the Undergraduate Program Co-ordinator to receive relevant program information. Studies at both institutions are directed to help learners gain employment not only as a Cardiovascular Technologist, but also in the field of Health Promotion and Education, and to prepare for many possible career choices in the cardiovascular and health-related fields. Please consult the relevant entries for a listing of program requirements.
Please consult the relevant entries for a listing of program requirements
Massage Therapy
The Massage Therapy articulation agreement allows students to receive a Bachelor of Arts (Pass) degree in Community Health at Brock University and a Massage Therapy diploma at Lambton College. Years one and four are completed at Brock University, with students attending Lambton College for years two and three. Applications are due to the Department of Health Sciences by April 1 during the first year of study at Brock and can be found with the Undergraduate Program Co-ordinator.
Students completing the Massage Therapy program at Lambton College, with a minimum 70 percent average, may apply for consideration to Brock University and complete 10.0 prescribed credits (two years) to earn a BA (Pass) Community Health degree. Applications are made via OUAC 105 Application to Community Health (BAH) and applicants must contact the Undergraduate Program Co-ordinator to receive relevant program information.
Studies at both institutions are directed to help learners gain employment not only as a Massage Therapist, but also in the field of Health Promotion and Education, and to prepare for many possible career choices in health-related fields.
Please consult the relevant entries for a listing of program requirements.
Pharmacy Technician
The Pharmacy Technician articulation agreement allows students to receive a Bachelor of Arts (Pass) degree in Community Health at Brock University and a Pharmacy Technician diploma at Lambton College. Years one and four are completed at Brock University, with students attending Lambton College for years two and three. Applications are due to the Department of Health Sciences by April 1 during the first year of study at Brock and can be found with the Undergraduate Program Co-ordinator.
Students completing the Pharmacy Technician program at Lambton College, with a minimum 70 percent average, may apply for consideration to Brock University and complete 10.0 prescribed credits (two years) to earn a BA (Pass) Community Health degree. Applications are made via OUAC 105 Application to Community Health (BAH) and applicants must contact the Undergraduate Program Co-ordinator to receive relevant program information.
Studies at both institutions are directed to help learners gain employment not only as a Pharmacy Technician, but also in the field of Health Promotion and Education, and to prepare for many possible career choices in health-related fields.
Please consult the relevant entries for a listing of program requirements.
Note that not all courses are offered in every session. Refer to the applicable term timetable for details.
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Prerequisites and Restrictions
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HEALTH SCIENCES COURSES
HLSC 1F25 Health: A Canadian Perspective
Canadian contemporary health issues and their application to health behaviour. Lectures, tutorial, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: not open to BMED, CMTY, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Note: offered online. Intended for non-Health Sciences students and those not planning to take further Health Sciences courses. Major credit will not be granted to Biomedical Sciences, Child Health, Community Health, Health Sciences, Medical Sciences and Public Health majors.
HLSC 1F90 Introduction to Health Sciences
Issues and controversies in the area of health. Aspects of health status, determinants of health and personal health. Lectures, 2 hours per week; seminar, 1 hour per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 1F90.
HLSC 2F95 Human Anatomy
Human anatomy using a systemic approach. Emphasis on the functional aspects of gross and histologic anatomy. Musculoskeletal anatomy using a regional approach. Lectures, lab, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, HLSC, MSCI, BKin, BPhEd, BPhEd (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior), BPhEd (Honours)/BEd (Junior/Intermediate) and BSc (Kin) majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH, BKin, BPhEd, BPhEd (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior), BPhEd (Honours)/BEd (Junior/Intermediate), BSc (Kin) and NMTR majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1F90 or KINE (PEKN) 1P90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2F95 and KINE (PEKN) 2P04.
HLSC 2P01 Human Immunology
Human immunological parameters and principles underlying immune system assays, applications and interpretations of immune tests. Lectures, lab, 4 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, HLSC and MSCI majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 and BIOL 1F90.
Note: materials fee required.
HLSC 2P02 Infection Control and Safety
Best practices in infection control and safety, infectious diseases, health care infections, blood-borne pathogens, prevention, and post-exposure prophylaxis. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90.
HLSC 2P07 Biostatistics I
Fundamental statistical principles and techniques for research. Issues concerning the construction, administration and evaluation of data collection as well as the processing and analysis of data. Lectures, lab, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90; MATH 1F92 or 1P98.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P07.
HLSC 2P09 Principles of Human Physiology
Molecular, cellular, tissue and organ physiology. Topics include cell structure and function, energy and cellular metabolism, cell transport processes, signal transduction, and nervous, muscle, endocrine, and immune systems. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC and MSCI majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 4.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1F90.
Note: CHEM 1F92 or one 12U Chemistry credit is also strongly recommended. Provides foundation for students seeking Cardiac Rehabilitation Certification.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P09 and KINE (PEKN) 2P09.
HLSC 2P15 Processes of Health and Wellness
Exploration of the social, cultural and political context of health interventions; how medical power is constructed and diffused; and the characteristics, strengths and weaknesses in alternative and mainstream medical approaches to individual and community health. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90.
Note: HLSC (CHSC) 2P21 is recommended.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P15.
HLSC 2P21 The Health of Canadian Society
Health status of Canadians and the history and structure of the health care system. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P21 and SOCI 2P26.
HLSC 2P27 Research Methods in Health
Introduction to research designs across health disciplines including issues and controversies in conducting research. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90; MATH 1F92 or 1P98.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P27.
HLSC 2P40 Gerontology: Approaches to Well-being
Aspects of aging; issues relating to health, in terms of both lifestyle and health services. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH and SPMA majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P40.
HLSC 2P49 Health and Behaviour
Understanding and applying individual-, interpersonal-, group- and community-level health behaviour change theories. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CMTY and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P49.
HLSC 2P50 Introduction to Human Sexuality
Research methodology, theoretical and biological foundations. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH, WGST (single or combined) and WISE (single or combined) majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P50 and PSYC 3P34.
HLSC 2P60 Introduction to the History of Medicine
(also offered as HIST 2P60)
Changes in cultural knowledge of health and illness; social perceptions of the role of health care professionals and the impact on individual actions and government policy through history. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH, HIST (single or combined), HIST (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior) majors and HIST minors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 or one HIST credit.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P60.
HLSC 2P65 Health Economics
(also offered as ECON 2P65)
Basic economic theory as it applies to health. Examination of international public health issues. Topics may include cost-benefit analysis, insurance, infectious and non-infectious disease, pharmaceutical industry, addictive substances, Aboriginal health, poverty and homelessness, and the future of Canada’s healthcare system. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: students must have a minimum of 4.0 overall credits.
Note: offered as a blended format.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC (TREN) 2P65.
HLSC 2P90 Advanced Human Sexuality
Topics include sexual attraction and love, sexual orientation, pornography and prostitution, sexual assault, sexual disorders, STIs and sex therapy. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 4.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P50.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P90.
HLSC 2P91 Nutrition
Introduction to nutritional sciences. Uptake and metabolic role of nutrients and their role in health maintenance throughout the lifespan. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 or BIOL 1F90.
Note: students may not concurrently register in KINE (PEKN) 4P08.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P91, HLSC 2P92 and KINE (PEKN) 4P08.
HLSC 2P92 Nutrition in Health Care
Introduction to nutrition and nutritional sciences and its role within a health care centric context. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to Nursing majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 or BIOL 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P91, HLSC 2P91 and KINE (PEKN) 4P08.
HLSC 2P97 Global Issues in Infectious Diseases
(also offered as INTC 2P97)
World changes and their influence on emergence and re-emergence of infectious diseases; examination of interrelating biological, social and environmental factors that contribute to infectious disease causality and their impact on global societies. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 or INTC 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 2P97.
HLSC 3F20 Program Planning and Evaluation
Theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to planning, implementing and evaluating public health interventions and health-related social marketing campaigns. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CMTY and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors. Students must have a minimum of 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P07 and 2P49.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3F20.
HLSC 3F97 Global Health Field Course
Theoretical and practical learning opportunity examining health issues within a developing country emphasizing Infectious Diseases. Study of differences in health and disease patterns, health care delivery, and access as well as socioeconomic, cultural and environmental determinants of health.
Restriction: permission of the Department.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P97, 3P97 or permission of the instructor.
Note: students must contact the instructor for an application form. Students must be over 18 years of age and have a valid passport, visa, and immunizations as required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3F97.
HLSC 3P01 Medical Immunology
Pathogenesis, diagnosis and challenges in treating immune-related conditions such as autoimmunity, cancer, HIV and graft rejection. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, HLSC and MSCI majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 and HLSC 2P01.
HLSC 3P07 Biostatistics II
Intermediate statistical principles in research from conceptual and practical perspectives. Lectures, lab, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P07.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P07.
HLSC 3P09 Human Endocrinology
Physiological functions and cellular mechanisms of actions of hormones. Abnormalities of hormonal control leading to disease. Topics include pituitary, thyroid, adrenocortical, pancreatic and gonadal hormones. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, HLSC and MSCI majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P09.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P09.
HLSC 3P19 Principles of Pharmacology
Drug absorption, distribution, biotrans-formation, clearance and mechanisms of action. Nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine system, renal and respiratory drugs. Drug development and regulations. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, HLSC, MSCI and Nursing majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH and Nursing majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2F95 and 2P09.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P19.
HLSC 3P21 Issues in Health Policy
Inter-disciplinary perspective of how contemporary health policies influence the health of individuals, communities and populations in Canada. Seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P21.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P21.
HLSC 3P25 Mental Health and Addictions
Examination of the concepts of mental health and addiction from a critical (socio-ecological) perspective. Overview of key areas in knowledge, theory and practice from a public health perspective. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P21 and 2P49.
Note: materials fee required.
HLSC 3P26 Medical Sociology
(also offered as SOCI 3P26)
Social factors associated with physical health, illness and impairments; health care delivery systems and the factors which influence their utilization. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CMTY, PHTH, SOCI (single or combined) majors and SOCI minors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CMTY, PHTH, SOCI (single or combined), GHUM, SOSC majors and SOCI minors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 7.0 overall credits or 2.0 SOCI credits above SOCI 1F90.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1F90 or permission of the Department of Sociology Administrator.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P26.
HLSC 3P30 Directed Readings
Topic of study not available among the regular course offerings, designed in consultation with a faculty supervisor.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 9.0 overall credits, a minimum 75 percent major average and permission of a faculty supervisor.
Note: enrolment is dependent upon availability of faculty supervisors. Course authorization forms can be obtained from the Department.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P30.
HLSC 3P31 Applied Projects in Health Quality Improvement
Directed reading and applied project course focused on principles of developing and leading health system improvements.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 9.0 overall credits, a minimum 75 percent major average and permission of the instructor.
HLSC 3P32 Applied Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Research project applying the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics, designed in consultation with the faculty member directing this course.
Restriction: Open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 9.0 overall credits, a minimum 75 percent average and permission of the instructor.
HLSC 3P37 Qualitative Research in Health Sciences
Introduction to qualitative research approaches to exploring health and public health systems. Examination of different traditions of qualitative inquiry and approaches to qualitative research designs; the development of practical skills in data collection (e.g., interviewing, focus groups) and analysis of qualitative data. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CMTY and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P27.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P37, KINE (PEKN) 3P18, RECL 3Q17 and SPMA 3P17.
HLSC 3P50 Health Promotion
Strategies and approaches to health promotion; the relation between theory and practice, historical development and future directions. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P07.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P50.
HLSC 3P51 Genetics: Transmission, Development, Population
(also offered as BIOL 3P51)
Concepts of classical genetics including genetic mapping, extra-nuclear inheritance, polyploidy, genetics and development, evolutionary genetics. Lectures, 3 hours per week; lab, 3 hours per week for 6 weeks.
Restriction: students must have a minimum of 8.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2P02 and 2P03 (2F01) or permission of the instructor.
Note: materials fee required.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P51.
HLSC 3P52 Ergonomics
Science and practice to understand the abilities and limitations of humans and how that knowledge can be used to improve our interactions with objects, systems and environments. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2F95 (PEKN 2P04).
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P52.
HLSC 3P68 Health Issues for Women and Girls
(also offered as CHYS 3P68 and WGST 3P68)
Feminist analysis of definitions and dimensions of health, socio-cultural influences on perceptions of health, and sites of cognitive and social control regarding health. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: students must have a minimum of 6.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): one of HLSC (CHSC) 1F90, CHYS 1F90, WGST (WISE) 1F90 or permission of the instructor.
Note: may be available online.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC (WISE) 3P65 and CHSC 3P68.
HLSC 3P80 The Health of Children
(also offered as CHYS 3P80)
Exploration of the biological, psychological and sociological determinants of children's health from multiple perspectives. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, PHTH, CHYS (single or combined) and CHYS BA (Honours)/BEd (Primary/Junior) majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH, CHYS (single or combined) and CHYS BA (Honours)/BEd (Primary/Junior) majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 1F90 or CHYS 2P10; HLSC (CHSC) 2P27, or CHYS 2P51 and 2P52 (2F50).
Note: delivered in a self-directed adult-learning format.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P80.
HLSC 3P90 Cardiac Pathophysiology
Introduction to basic cardiac physiology. Topics include heart structure and function, arterial dynamics and blood flow, risk factors associated with and mechanisms of various types of cardiovascular disease. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH, BKin and BSc (Kin) majors. Students must have a minimum of 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2F95; HLSC (CHSC) 2P09 or KINE (PEKN) 2P09.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P90.
HLSC 3P91 Cardiac Rehabilitation
Introduction to principles of cardiac rehabilitation. Topics include current national guidelines, best practice procedures and benefits of cardiac rehabilitation. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED,CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH, BKin and BSc (Kin) majors. Students must have a minimum 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P91.
HLSC 3P93 Nutrition and Health
Overview of nutrition therapy, focusing on current literature outlining nutritional practices associated with specific diseases. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P91; one of HLSC (CHSC) 2P09, BIOL 2P97, KINE (PEKN) 2P09.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P93.
HLSC 3P94 Health Administration
Introduction to management principles of planning, organizing, leading and delivering health services in various health care settings. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P21.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P94.
HLSC 3P96 The Development of Healthy Communities
Social, economic and environmental factors and processes which influence community well-being. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P37 and 3P50.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P96.
HLSC 3P97 Medical Microbiology
Overview of disease‐causing infectious agents including bacteria, fungi, viruses, prions and parasites. Biological principles of infection and the interactions between pathogens and the immune system. Clinical importance of infectious disease and main methods for laboratory diagnosis. Diseases of major importance as learning examples. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to HLSC, MSCI and Nursing majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI, PHTH and Nursing majors.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1F90.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P97.
HLSC 3P98 Public Health and Society
Emergence and growth of public health; expansion of public health bureaucracy; current issues in medicalization, professionalization and bureaucratization of public health industries; current structures of public health services. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P21.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P60 and 3P98.
HLSC 3P99 Pharmacology and the Nervous System
Study how medications can alter the functions of the peripheral nervous system. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P19.
HLSC 3V50-3V99 Special Topics in Health Sciences
Courses in specialized areas within health and wellness.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 9.0 overall credits.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3V50-3V99.
HLSC 4F44 Public Health Practices
Application of theories, models and concepts to emerging public health issues and contemporary role of public health in local and global communities including applied experiences and knowledge translation strategies. Lectures, tutorial, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH majors with a minimum of 15.0 overall credits, a minimum 75 percent major average and permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3F20, 3P21 and 3P50.
Note: this is a limited enrolment course.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4F44, 4P44 and 4P70.
HLSC 4F90 Thesis
Original research project culminating in a thesis carried out with a faculty supervisor. Topics are to be chosen in consultation with a faculty supervisor. Lectures, 1 hour per week in alternate weeks.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 13.5 overall credits, a minimum 80 percent major average, and permission of a faculty supervisor.
Note: students must contact a faculty supervisor prior to registering in this course. Course authorization forms available from the Department.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4F90.
HLSC 4F91 Healthcare Quality Improvement Special Projects
Application of quality improvement theories and concepts in an applied project with community partners. Lectures, 1 hour in alternating weeks; online educational modules; 4 hour on-site practicum placement per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 15.0 overall credits, a minimum 75 percent major average and permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P31 and 3P94.
Note: this is a limited enrolment course. Application and selection process occurs in April prior to Year 4.
HLSC 4P07 Secondary Data Analysis
Utilization of large population surveys and census data emphasizing active (experiential) learning. Lectures, lab, 4 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P07.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P07.
HLSC 4P15 Critical Health: Challenging Ideas in Health Care
Examination of issues such as obesity, breastfeeding, addiction, smoking, professional authority and access, using tools from disciplines including history, sociology and anthropology. Seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P15.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4V50.
HLSC 4P19 Integrated Cardiovascular Pharmacology
Pharmacologic basis for therapeutics and management of cardiovascular disease in humans and approaches used to study drugs and drug mechanisms on the cardiovascular system. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P19.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P19.
HLSC 4P26 Sociology of Health
(also offered as SOCI 4P26)
Selected social policy issues in medical sociology, psychiatric sociology or related subdisciplines. Topics may include the politics of individualizing health problems, clinical sociology and related topics. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH and SOCI majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have approval to year 4 (honours).
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P26.
HLSC 4P30 Advanced Directed Readings
Topic of study not available among the regular course offerings, designed in consultation with a faculty supervisor.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 13.5 overall credits, a minimum 75 percent major average and permission of a faculty supervisor.
Note: enrolment is dependent upon availability of faculty supervisors. Course authorization forms can be obtained from the Department.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P30.
HLSC 4P40 Policy and Practice: Synthesis in Program Planning
Evaluation of public health policy implementation. Identification of areas of public health concern and understanding of evidence driving policy and practice. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH majors with a minimum of 13.5 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3F20 and 3P21.
HLSC 4P41 Human Molecular Genetics
(also offered as BCHM 4P41, BIOL 4P41 and BTEC 4P41)
Principles of human genetics, human genome organization, pedigree, disease gene mapping, forensic and cancer genomics, genome sequencing, personal genomics. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: students must have a minimum of 14.0 overall credits or approval to year 4 (honours).
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3P50 or 3P51.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P41.
HLSC 4P50 Research Methods in Epidemiology
Epidemiological research methods and identification of risk factors. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 13.5 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P27.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P50.
HLSC 4P51 Current Public Health Issues of the HIV/AIDS Pandemic
Analysis of biological, physiological, environmental and behavioural factors involved in transmission and persistence; epidemiological patterns; individual and societal factors determining occurrence and impact in different populations; examination of multi-factorial causality of HIV/AIDS to increase understanding and awareness of the ongoing pandemic. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P97.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P51 and 4V51.
HLSC 4P59 Diversity and Health
Current health issues across diverse populations including elderly persons, disenfranchised youth, people from developing countries, economically disadvantaged persons, people with disabilities, substance abuse or mental health problems. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 9.0 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P21.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P59 and 4P59.
HLSC 4P60 History of Disease in Society
Examination of issues around the perception, treatment, and social and cultural impact of disease in Western society. Seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P60 or permission of the instructor.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC (HIST) 4P60.
HLSC 4P80 Pediatric Exercise Science
Exploration of the role of physical activity and exercise in the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of children with chronic illness. Lectures, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors until date specified in Registration guide. Students must have a minimum of 13.5 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P80.
Note: students may not concurrently register in KINE (PEKN) 4P84. Delivered in a problem-based, self-directed adult learning format.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P80 and KINE (PEKN) 4P84.
HLSC 4P95 Human Pathology
Principles and current knowledge in general pathology; generic pathogenic mechanisms and commonly occurring examples of disease from selected organ systems. Lectures, lab, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED, HLSC and MSCI majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors. Students must have a minimum of 13.5 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2F95 and 2P09.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P95.
HLSC 4P97 Tropical Parasites of Humans and Animals
Overview of major tropical parasitic diseases affecting human and animal health, emphasizing neglected diseases. Topics include parasite biology, virulence mechanisms, the natural history, medical and social impact, and the global control efforts of these tropical diseases. Hands-on experience and insight into the diagnostic methodology utilized for these diseases. Lectures, lab, 4 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED and HLSC, MSCI majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P97.
Note: materials fee required.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P97.
HLSC 4P99 Clinical Epidemiology
Description and principles of clinical epidemiology. Decision-making strategies for implementing and evaluating clinical research. Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to BMED and HLSC, MSCI majors until date specified in Registration guide. After that date open to BMED, CHLH, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors. Students must have a minimum of 13.5 overall credits.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P07.
Note: HLSC (CHSC) 3P07 is recommended.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P99.
HLSC 4V50-4V99 Advanced Special Topics in Health Sciences
Directed study in concentrated areas of health and wellness.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4V50-4V59.
CO-OP COURSES
HLSC 0N01 Work Placement I
First co-op work placement (4 months) with an approved employer.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
HLSC 0N02 Work Placement II
Second co-op work placement (4 months) with an approved employer.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
HLSC 0N03 Work Placement III
Third co-op work placement (4 months) with an approved employer.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
HLSC 0N90 Co-op Training and Development
Framework for the development of learning objectives by students for individual work terms. Includes orientation to the Co-op experience, goal setting, résumé preparation and interview skills preparation. Lectures, presentation, site visits, 3 hours per week.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
HLSC 2C01 Co-op Reflective Learning and Integration I
Provides students with the opportunity to apply what they've learned in their academic studies through career-oriented work experiences at employer sites.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC 0N90.
Corequisite(s): HLSC 0N01.
Note: students will be required to prepare learning objectives, participate in a site visit, write a work term report and receive a successful work term performance evaluation.
HLSC 2C02 Co-op Reflective Learning and Integration II
Provides students with the opportunity to apply what they've learned in their academic studies through career-oriented work experiences at employer sites.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC 0N90.
Corequisite(s): HLSC 0N02.
HLSC 2C03 Co-op Reflective Learning and Integration III
Provides students with the opportunity to apply what they've learned in their academic studies through career-oriented work experiences at employer sites.
Restriction: open to PHTH Co-op students.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC 0N90.
Corequisite(s): HLSC 0N03.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING COURSES
HLSC 3P33 Experiential Learning in Health Sciences
Volunteer practicum in a clinical or public health setting. Practicum, minimum 50 hours.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 9.0 overall credits, a minimum 70 percent major average and permission of a faculty supervisor.
Note: this is a limited enrolment course. Enrolment is dependent upon availability of faculty supervisors. Course authorization forms can be obtained from the department. Students are responsible for arranging their practicum. A research assignment complements student's experiential learning.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P33.
HLSC 3P95 Cardiac Rehabilitation Practicum
Practical experience in a cardiac rehabilitation setting. Introduction to exercise stress testing, patient intake and assessment, and exercise prescription. Placement, 50 hours including one introductory/training lecture.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum 9.0 overall credits and permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 3P90 (minimum 80 percent).
Note: students gain valuable practical experience which may be used towards accreditation as a Cardiac Rehab Specialist. Must have valid CPR certification prior to first day of class. Transportation is a student responsibility.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 3P95.
HLSC 4P32 Medical Sciences Experiential Learning
Experiential learning gained through Med Plus in partnership with area hospitals, practitioners and health organizations.
Restriction: open to students with a minimum three years MedPlus enrolment with a minimum 14.0 overall credits, a minimum 80 percent major average and permission of the instructor.
Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in CHSC 4P32.
HLSC 4P77 Experiential Learning in Biostatistics
Application of statistics knowledge, skills and effective instructional techniques that enhance learners' knowledge of biostatistics.
Restriction: open to BMED, CHLH, CMTY, HLSC, MSCI and PHTH majors with a minimum of 12.5 overall credits and permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): HLSC (CHSC) 2P07 (minimum 80 percent) and 3P07 (minimum 80 percent).
Note: application must be submitted to the instructor. Students enrolled in this course will mentor students in Biostatistics.