92563 Applied Exercise Physiology
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Credit points: 6 cp
Subject level: Undergraduate
Result type: Grade and marksRequisite(s): 92533 Exercise Physiology
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)
| A. | Evaluate the acute and chronic physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to exercise |
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| 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:
- Lead, manage and inspire within the fields of sport, exercise and health; (1.0)
- 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 (online) and Laboratory sessions
Online lectures provide students with essential knowledge that can be used to understand the physiological basis of human performance. All lectures will be recorded uploaded to Canvas. 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, completing quizzes, 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
- Molecular adaptations to physical training
- Physiological responses to exercise in extreme environments
- 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): 1.0, 2.2, 3.1, 4.0 and 6.0 |
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| Type: | Laboratory/practical |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 20% |
Assessment task 2: Systematic Literature Review and Fact Sheet
| 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 |
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| Type: | Literature review |
| Groupwork: | Group, individually assessed |
| Weight: | 40% |
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 |
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| Type: | Examination |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 40% |
| Length: | 2 hours |
Required texts
McArdle, W. D., Katch, F. I., and Katch, V. L. 2022, Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance, 9th 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 Library on closed reserve.
All additional readings, other than text books, will be available via links from within Canvas. The required weekly readings for this subject will be advised on Canvas 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.
Coombes, J. S., & Skinner, T. 2022. ESSA’s Student Manual for Health, Exercise and Sport Assessment-eBook, 2nd edn. Elsevier Health Sciences.
Gleeson, M., and Maughan, R. J. 2010, The Biochemical Basis of Sports Performance, 2nd edn. 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., Kenney, W. L., and Costill, D. L. 2019, Physiology of Sport and Exercise, 7th edn, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Ill.
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