PHTY10140 Applied Exercise Science

Academic Year 2024/2025

The aim of this module is to develop an introductory knowledge base in Exercise Physiology. A systems approach is used concentrating on the responses of the metabolic, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological , hormonal, thermoregulatory and muscular systems to exercise. Completion of this module enables students to understand how acute and chronic bouts of exercise alter the structure and function of the human body. Students will also have an opportunity to apply exercise theory through pre exercise testing workshops.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of human physiology in relation to exercise
2. Measure and interpret a range of physiological parameters relating to exercise, sport and health.
3. Relate the basics of exercise physiology to different exercising populations, modes of exercise and exercise environments
4. Apply exercise physiology theory, through reflective writing, relating it to their own experiential exercise learning and the module's pre exercise testing workshops.
5. Engage appropriately with research relevant to above learning outcomes.

Indicative Module Content:

A systems approach to the the responses of the metabolic, cardiovascular, rep0iratory, neurological, hormonal, thermoregulatory and muscular systems to exercise. Practical application of theory through measuring some key physiological parameters related to exercise, sport and health.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

30
Autonomous Student Learning

60
Lectures

24
Small Group

4
Total

118
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures - online
Workshops: Applied Exercise theory 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

Biology


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
PERS10060 - Intro to Exercise Science


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Quizzes/Short Exercises: MCQ x2 at 30% each Week 7, Week 12 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

60

 Yes
Reflective Assignment: Reflection on exercise learning posted to portfolio Week 12 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

25

 Yes
Participation in Learning Activities: Practical Exercise Workshops completed by Week 11 Week 11 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

15

 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities
• Self-assessment activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Written assignment is a piece of reflective writing, facilitating students to self-monitor their learning - opportunity to discuss same provided during workshops . Interactive Workshops act as a opportunity for students to apply theory with peer feedback, ask questions and receive verbal in class tutor feedback. Short MCQ online quiz trial will be conducted in advance of graded MCQ's (30% x 2). Students can give & will receive feedback on trial.

Name Role
Ms Mary Davis Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor Kate Pumpa Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Mr Brian Spring Lecturer / Co-Lecturer