Description
Exercise Physiology
| Module title | Exercise Physiology |
|---|---|
| Module code | ESS2001 |
| Academic year | 2018/9 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Mr Matthew Campbell (Lecturer) Dr Daryl Wilkerson (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 168 |
|---|
Description - summary of the module content
Module description
This module builds on the knowledge gained of exercise physiology during Stage 1 to explore the body’s responses to acute and chronic exercise. During this broad module you will learn theories pertaining to aerobic and anaerobic performance, cardiovascular and ventilatory responses to exercise, the regulation of exercise intensity, exercise at altitude, body composition and physical activity, and the impacts of aging and disease on physiological function. This module includes laboratory sessions to develop your practical skills and knowledge required to asses a selection of the above factors. During the course of this module, you will develop your ability to engage in critical commentary and raise your awareness of differing theoretical standpoints within this area.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This module seeks to develop the foundation knowledge of exercise physiology gained at Stage 1 to explore the body’s physiological response to exercise. The module will deal with the assessment and interpretation of aerobic and anaerobic fitness and performance, blood lactate, lactate and ventilatory thresholds and cardiovascular control during exercise.
Graduate attributes. As part of this module you are expected to develop the following skills:
- Team working
- Application of knowledge
- Confident communicators
- Enquiring mind
- Ethical awareness/thinking
- Data management skills
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Explain the biochemistry of energy production during muscular exercise
- 2. Assess and comment on submaximal and maximal anaerobic and aerobic performance
- 3. Describe the interrelationship of physiological systems and responses during exercise
- 4. Distinguish between differing theoretical standpoints in exercise physiology
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Analyse and evaluate data objectively
- 6. Appraise the research literature
- 7. Conceptualise issues
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 8. Negotiate, delegate and work productively in a co-operative context
- 9. Take responsibility for your own learning
- 10. Use appropriate technology and information sources
- 11. Present ideas/information competently
Syllabus plan
Syllabus plan
- Introduction
- Anaerobic performance
- Aerobic performance
- Regulating exercise intensity
- Ventilatory control 1
- Ventilatory control 2
- Altitude physiology
- Skeletal muscle function
- Public health and exercise
- Aging, physical activity and disease
- Revision; critical discussion in exercise physiology and exam preparation
Learning and teaching
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 32 | 118 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 22 | Lectures |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 10 | Practical classes and seminars |
| Guided Independent Study | 25 | Laboratory report writing |
| Guided Independent Study | 30 | Reading |
| Guided Independent Study | 10 | Group study tasks |
| Guided Independent Study | 10.5 | Seminar preparation |
| Guided Independent Study | 34.5 | Exam preparation |
| Guided Independent Study | 8 | Data analysis from practical classes |
Assessment
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critique of a research paper | Group discussions and a summary oral presentation (group) | 2-4, 6, 7, 11 | Oral |
| Critique of a research paper | 30 minutes | 1, 3, 5 | Oral in small groups |
| Short answer planning | Bullet points planned answer followed by discussion | 3-7, 9, 11 | Oral in small groups |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 60 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory report | 40 | 1000 words | 8-10 | Written |
| Written examination | 60 | 75 minutes | 1-7, 11 | Written |
Re-assessment
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory report | Laboratory report | 8-10 | August/September Assessment Period |
| Written examination | Written examination | 1-7, 11 | August/September Assessment Period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to sit a further examination. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
Resources
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Key text:
- McArdle, W., Katch, F., and Katch, V. (2010). Essentials of Exercise Physiology. (4th Edition). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins.
Other Texts:
- Houston, M.E. (2006). Biochemistry Primer for Exercise Science. (3rd Edition). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
- West, J.B. (2004). Respiratory Physiology, The Essentials. (7th Edition). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins.
- Jones, A.M. and Poole, D.C. (2004). Oxygen uptake kinetics in sport, exercise, and medicine. Routledge.
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
- Exeter Learning Environment (ELE) – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=928
- Gatorade Sports Science Institute – www.gssiweb.com
- American College of Sports Medicine – www.acsm.org
- Sports Science – www.sportsci.org
- British Association of Sport and Exercise Science – www.bases.org.uk
- The Lucozade Sport Science Academy – www.thelssa.com
Module has an active ELE page
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
- European Journal of Applied Physiology
- Exercise Science Reviews
- International Journal of Sports Medicine
- Journal of Sport Sciences
- Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise
- Sports Medicine
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | ESS1703 Bioenergetics or ESS1007 Human Physiology |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 5 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 01/09/2011 |
| Last revision date | 02/08/2018 |