Exercise Physiology

Unit code:SCL1002Study level:Undergraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park

Prerequisites

RBM1174 - Human Physiology; or
RBM1518 - Human Physiology 1 (applicable for HCPT students ONLY); and
RBM1528 - Human Physiology 2 (applicable for HCPT students ONLY)
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

In this unit students apply their knowledge to demonstrate an understanding of the acute physiological responses to exercise, as well as the chronic physiological responses to exercise training. The unit examines: the calculation of work, power and energy expenditure; the metabolic supply of energy during exercise; and the physiological responses of the cardiovascular, respiratory, neuromuscular and endocrine systems to exercise. Students are introduced to practical aspects of exercise physiology through experiments and procedures in the exercise physiology laboratory. This unit is taught from a theoretical, practical and applied perspective to enhance students' understanding of exercise physiology principles.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Describe the function, relationship and interaction of physiological systems with movement;
Analyse and interpret physiological data obtained during exercise, and compare that data between time points, individuals, populations or environments;
Articulate the individual and integrated physiological responses and adaptations to acute and chronic exercise under normal conditions;
Integrate research literature and experimental data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science; and
Design exercise based on results from physiological tests.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Other | Grade: 10%

Journal article summary

Assessment type: Test | Grade: 20%

Problem based short answer tests (x2 10% each)

Assessment type: Presentation | Grade: 25%

Group presentation

Assessment type: Practicum | Grade: 45%

One-on-one Practical (15%) and Theoretical Verbal/viva (30%) Assessment

Hurdle 1: To gain an overall pass in this unit students must attend and complete 100% of laboratory sessions.

To demonstrate practical skills required for professional registration with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA), students must attend practical classes and demonstrate competence on the practical assessment.