PERS10060 Introduction to Exercise Science

Academic Year 2023/2024

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. Specifically, completion of this module will enable the student to understand how acute and chronic bouts of exercise alters the structure and function of the human body.

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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. Apply the basics of exercise physiology to different exercising populations, modes of exercise, and exercise environments.
3. Measure and interpret a range of physiological parameters relating to exercise, sport, and health.
4. Engage appropriately with relevant research across the areas outlined above.

Indicative Module Content:

A systems approach to the responses of the metabolic, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, hormonal, thermoregulatory and muscular systems to exercise. Practical applications of measuring and interpreting a range of physiological parameters relating to exercise, sport, and health.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

24
Laboratories

6
Specified Learning Activities

30
Autonomous Student Learning

50
Total

110
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Lectures and practical laboratories. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
PHTY10140 - Applied Exercise Science, SMGT10210 - Appl Biology of Sport and Ex

Equivalents:
Intro to Exercise Science (PHTY10060)


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Continuous Assessment: Two exams (30% each) will contain multiple choice and short answer questions. Exam 1 will be at the mid-point of the unit, and exam 2 at the end of the unit. Unspecified n/a Graded No

60
Multiple Choice Questionnaire (Short): This early assessment will assess you knowledge of pre-exercise screening and working safely in a physiology lab. This assessment will provide early feedback of your progress in the course. Unspecified n/a Graded No

10
Practical Examination: This assessment will focus on practical skills developed within the laboratories. Unspecified n/a Graded No

30

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

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback

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Powers, Scott K; Howley, Edward T; Quindry, John. Exercise physiology: theory and application to fitness and performance. 2023, Twelfth edition. Available at Health Sciences, General (612.044 POW)
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 
Spring
      
Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 Tues 14:00 - 15:50
Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 21, 24, 26, 32 Mon 09:00 - 10:20
Practical Offering 2 Week(s) - 21, 24, 26, 32 Mon 10:30 - 11:50
Practical Offering 3 Week(s) - 23, 25, 31, 33 Mon 09:00 - 10:20
Practical Offering 4 Week(s) - 23, 25, 31, 33 Mon 14:00 - 15:20
Practical Offering 5 Week(s) - 21, 24, 26, 32 Mon 14:00 - 15:20
Practical Offering 6 Week(s) - 23, 25, 31, 33 Mon 15:30 - 16:50
Spring