92563 Applied Exercise Physiology

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UTS: Health
Credit points: 6 cp

Subject level: Undergraduate

Result type: Grade and marks

Requisite(s): 92533 Exercise Physiology OR 27175 Energetics of Human Movement
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.

Description

This subject examines the physiological and biochemical responses and adaptations to exercise with emphasis on training adaptations, muscle metabolism, environmental influences and exercise training methodology. The subject focuses on developing a strong theoretical understanding, as well as developing proficiency in evaluating research on human physiological responses to exercise and training. The subject also develops students' ability to critique relevant research, apply knowledge and communicate evidence-based recommendations for practice in the sport and exercise sciences.

Subject learning objectives (SLOs)

Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:

A.	Evaluate the acute and chronic physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to exercise
B.	Compare and contrast physiological data obtained during acute exercise in a range of environments and populations
C.	Examine advanced theoretical concepts in exercise physiology and human performance
D.	Develop evidence based recommendations from systematic analysis of current literature

Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)

This subject also contributes specifically to the following graduate attributes:

Demonstrate leadership to individuals, groups and organisations in the fields of sport, exercise and health (1.1)
Assess and manage safety and risk appropriate to the client and context (2.2)
Competently apply knowledge and skills within the sport, exercise and health professions (3.0)
Apply knowledge and skills in key content areas, including anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports psychology, motor learning and exercise prescription (3.1)
Engage in research and critical thinking to integrate diverse knowledge and develop creative, effective and evidence-based solutions (4.0)
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with diverse populations to enable positive change (6.0)

Teaching and learning strategies

The following teaching and learning activities will be used to engage students with the content and achieve student learning outcomes:

Lecture content (face to face and online) and Laboratory sessions

Face to face lectures provide students with essential knowledge that can be used to understand the physiological basis of human performance. All face to face lectures will be recorded in real-time using screen capture software and uploaded to UTSOnline. Students may access these lecture recordings at any time following the lecture until the completion of the unit.

The foundation knowledge introduced in the lectures is further developed through pre-class tasks and laboratory activities. Students will also be required to complete pre-learning tasks that introduce weekly topics and provide background expectations for the content. These activities include completing prescribed readings, watching online videos and reflecting on your progress. The compulsory laboratory sessions involve both group work where students will conduct experiments, critically analyse their data and interpret their findings. These sessions will also be used to develop essential laboratory skills. The student’s laboratory skills will be assessed during the laboratory activities. These activities will also include case studies and require students to participate in exercise.

Feedback will be provided to students throughout session via several mediums. The current review assignment will be marked using a rubric which will be provided to students, along with written feedback about their work.

Content (topics)

The underlying physiological and biochemical processes of energy supply and integration during exercise
The acute and chronic physiological, biochemical and morphological responses to endurance, anaerobic and resistance training
Physiology of prolonged, high intensity, intermittent exercise
Acute and chronic hormonal and haematological responses to physical training
Physiological responses to exercise in extreme environments
Physiological and performance responses to ageing
Physiological responses to training in the heat
Physiological and biochemical responses to overtraining and recovery

Assessment

Assessment task 1: Practical Skills Assessment

Objective(s):

This assessment task addresses subject learning objective(s):

A, B and C

This assessment task contributes to the development of graduate attribute(s):

1.1, 2.2, 3.1, 4.0 and 6.0

Type:

Laboratory/practical

Groupwork:

Individual

Weight:

30%

Criteria linkages:

Criteria	Weight (%)	SLOs	CILOs
Depth of critique and application of information pertaining to the human body and its systems in the context of health, sport and exercise within diverse environments and population	40	A, B, C	1.1, 2.2, 3.1
Effectiveness of communication with Industry groups, diverse populations and individuals to enable positive change	20	A, B	3.1, 6.0
Ability to critically evaluate and apply evidence-based solutions to address contemporary issues in exercise physiology	40	A, B, C	4.0

SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 2: Current Review

Objective(s):

This assessment task addresses subject learning objective(s):

C and D

This assessment task contributes to the development of graduate attribute(s):

3.0, 4.0 and 6.0

Type:

Literature review

Groupwork:

Group, individually assessed

Weight:

35%

Criteria linkages:

Criteria	Weight (%)	SLOs	CILOs
Depth of critique and application of information pertaining to the human body and its systems in the context of health, sport and exercise within diverse environments and population	20	C	3.0
Ability to critically evaluate and apply evidence-based solutions to address contemporary issues in exercise physiology	50	C, D	4.0
Utilise a range of communication strategies to promote sport, exercise and health for individuals and groups with diverse needs	30	D	6.0

SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Assessment task 3: Final Examination

Objective(s):

This assessment task addresses subject learning objective(s):

A, B and C

This assessment task contributes to the development of graduate attribute(s):

3.0 and 4.0

Type:

Examination

Groupwork:

Individual

Weight:

35%

Criteria linkages:

Criteria	Weight (%)	SLOs	CILOs
Depth of critique and application of information pertaining to the human body and its systems in the context of health, sport and exercise within diverse environments and population	40	A, B, C	3.0
Ability to critically evaluate and apply evidence-based solutions to address contemporary issues in exercise physiology	60	A, B, C	4.0

SLOs: subject learning objectives
CILOs: course intended learning outcomes

Required texts

McArdle, W. D., Katch, F. I., and Katch, V. L. 2015, Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance, 8th edn, Williams and Wilkins, Maryland, USA.

Students are advised to acquire their own copies of these texts. Copies of these texts are available at the UTS library on closed reserve.

All additional readings, other than text books, will be available via links from within UTSOnline. The required weekly readings for this subject will be advised on UTSOnline prior to the lectures and tutorials. Please bring the readings to the tutorial class in the week required.

NB: It is essential that students complete all required readings. The required readings will be considered assumed knowledge for tutorial classes and the examination.

References

Brooks, G. A., Fahey, T. D., & Baldwin, K. M. 2005, Exercise Physiology. Human Bioenergetics and Its Application, 4th edn, Mayfield Publishing Company, Mountain View, California.

Gleeson, M., and Maughan, R. J. 2004, The Biochemical Basis of Sports Performance, Oxford University Press, New York, USA.

Hausswirth C. and Mujika, I. 2013, Recovery for Performance in Sport, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Ill.

Tanner, R & Gore, C, 2013, Physiological Tests for Elite Athletes, 2nd edn, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois.

Wilmore, J. H., Costill, D. L., and Kenney, W. L. 2015, Physiology of Sport and Exercise, 6th edn, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Ill.

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