EXERCISE AND SPORTS PHYSIOLOGY
EXS2ESP
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will investigate the normal range of physiological responses to exercise and training across the lifespan. Particular attention will be given to the responses and adaptations of the cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine and immune systems to exercise, their integration and regulation.
Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Brett Gordon
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Must pass HBS1HBB and must be enrolled in one of HZHEP - Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Exercise Physiology, or Bachelor of Exercise Science, or Bachelor of Exercise Science and Master of Exercise Physiology. All other students require Subject Coordinator's approval.
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Exercise physiology: nutrition, energy, and human performance. | Recommended | McArdle, W D, Katch, F I & Katch, V L 2009 | LIPPINCOTT, CHAMPAIGN, LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS, PA. |
| Readings | Physiology of sport and exercise. | Recommended | Kenney, W L, Wilmore, J & Costill, D 2012 | 5TH EDN, HUMAN KINETICS, CHAMPAIGN. |
Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: 125
Enrolment information: Limited staff resources. Tables applying quota. Once quota reached, further enrolments will be subject to approval by Subject Coordinator.
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Brett Gordon
Class requirements
Laboratory Class
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 2.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One 1,500-word laboratory report. | 30 | |
| One 2-hour theory examination. | 50 | |
| Two 20-minute online tests. | 20 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Brett Gordon
Class requirements
Laboratory Class
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 2.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One 1,500-word laboratory report. | 30 | |
| One 2-hour theory examination. | 50 | |
| Two 20-minute online tests. | 20 |