Simon Fraser University
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Course Outlines

Fall 2026 - BPK 207 D100

Sensorimotor Control and Learning (3)

Class Number: 6319

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 7, 2026: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 9 – Dec 7, 2026: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 9, 2026
    Wed, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    BPK 142.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Students are introduced to basic concepts in the sensorimotor planning and control of movement. Topics include the factors and disorders affecting movement, sensory and motor physiology, sensorimotor integration, current theories of motor control, and motor learning. Taught from a behavioral and neurophysiological perspective that explores psychological influences on motor control.

COURSE DETAILS:

Topics Covered: 

  1. Introduction to sensorimotor control 
  2. Methods forstudyingmotor behaviour 
  3. Sensorycontribution tosensorimotor control 
  4. Cognitive factors influencing movement
  5. Motorsystems andorganization of action 
  6. Principles of speed and accuracy  
  7. Sensorimotorcontrol (theories, internal models)
  8. Motor learning
  9. 9. Effects of neurological conditions onmovement 

Mode of Teaching: 

Lecture: in-person on Tuesdays and Fridays class; weekly content available on CANVAS (for asynchronous learning). 

Tutorials: in-person (attendance required); do not occur every week; start: Tues. Oct.1st or Fri. Oct. 4th (depending on tutorial slot; dates to be confirmed at beginning of term). 

Midterm exam: in-person; date: Fri. Oct. 9th (date to be confirmed at beginning of term). 

Mini quizzes and activities: synchronous (CANVAS); dates: Fri. Sept. 18th, Fri. Oct. 2nd, Fri. Nov. 6th, and Fri. Nov. 27th (dates to be confirmed at beginning of term). 

Final exam: in-person; date: TBD 

Important Information: 

Each week students are expected to study and learn a certain section of the course based on the material provided on CANVAS. Lectures will integrate and apply the material (students are expected to have reviewed the material before the lecture). Tutorials will not run every week; a schedule will be provided at the beginning of the term. 

Other Information: 

You must attend your tutorial slot. Given the nature of the assignment associated with the tutorials, you cannot switch sections. 

There are NO required textbooks for this course.

Grading

  • CANVAS quizzes/ in-class activities 10%
  • Midterm exam 25%
  • Tutorial/Lab assignment 25%
  • Final exam 40%

REQUIREMENTS:

n/a

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Access to reliable highspeed internet (Canvas quizzes and office hours). 

REQUIRED READING:

Weekly assigned ready and/or video. 

Department Undergraduate Notes:

It is the responsibility of the student to keep their BPK course outlines if they plan on furthering their education.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

To learn more about the academic disciplinary process and relevant academic supports, visit: 


RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.