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School:
School of Human and Health Sciences
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
H (FHEQ Level 6)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2022-09-01
Version Number
2024.01
Learning Methods
Guided Independent Study
Practical Classes and Demonstrations
Lecture
Requirements
Co-requisites
Synopsis
This module is designed to give you an advanced education on human physiology within a sport and exercise setting. This module will build on the modules you have been through in the previous two years, with more detail given to the critique of classical and contemporary methods used in sport … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
The module will be delivered through a mixture of lectures and practical based sessions, to help you bridge the gap between theory and practise. You will be provided oral feedback on the group tasks completed in class as well as peer and tutor feedback on your work in the practical … For more content click the Read More button below.
Outline Syllabus
Exercise testing techniquesBlood analysis Muscle metabolismFatigue response Cardiorespiratory responses to exerciseResponse and adaptation to a range of training methodsEnvironmental physiology
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of mechanisms of physiology adaptation in response to exercise stimuli.
2.
Be able to provide a critical scientific rationale for a training methodology to elucidate physiological adaptation.
3.
To be able to effectively communicate complex concepts to relevant stakeholders using appropriate technologies.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Oral presentation/assessment
Assessment 2: Quizzes / polls
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Written Assignment
Assessment 2: Presentation
Assessment Criteria
The School generic grading criteria and learning outcomes will apply.
Identities of individuals and organisations should be anonymised and confidences respected. Consent should be obtained from individual service users for use of any of their personal health information.
The expectation is that text based assessment tasks will be submitted via … For more content click the Read More button below.