pty3ehw exercise for hlth
EXERCISE FOR HEALTH AND WELLBEING
PTY3EHW
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject will focus on exercise for health and wellbeing in individuals both with and without a disability. Consistent with the WHO ICF, the emphasis in this subject will be on evidence based practice and the development of skills in assessment, design, implementation, adaptation and progression of exercise programs to improve health and wellbeing.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAndrea Bruder
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must have passed HBS2ALT or HBS2APT, HBS2PBM, PTY2HDM, HLT2IEP and be enrolled in one of the following courses: HZHSPP,HZHSPB - Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Physiotherapy Practice.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Therapeutic exercise, moving toward function | Prescribed | Lori Thein Brody and Carrie M.Hall 2011 | 3RD ED, LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS |
| Readings | ACSM's guidelines for exercise testing and prescription. | Recommended | American College of Sports Medicine; senior editor, Walter R. Thompson; associate editors, Neil F. Gordon, Linda S.Pescatello 2010 | 8TH ED, LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS |
| Readings | Neuromusculoskeletal examination and assessment: a handbook for therapists. | Recommended | Petty, N 2011 | 4TH EDN, ELSEVIER, SYDNEY |
| Readings | Principles of neuromusculoskeletal treatment and management: a guide for therapists. | Recommended | Petty, N 2011 | 4TH EDN, CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, SYDNEY |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explain the use of physical activity and exercise in the prevention and management of chronic conditions.
- Activities:
- Journal Club Presentation
02. Outline the underlying principles of exercise prescription.
- Activities:
- Practical Skills Assessment.
03. Complete a safe and relevant case-specific assessment of physical activity and exercise.
- Activities:
- Practical Skills Assessment.
04. Design and implement an appropriate case-specific progressive resistance training program.
- Activities:
- Design of a 6-week exercise program.
05. Design and implement an appropriate case-specific aerobic training program.
- Activities:
- Design of a 6-week exercise program.
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLouise Geary
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design of a 6-week case specific exercise program (individual 2,000 words) | Hurdle: Must pass written assessment task due in SWOT vac | 40 | 01, 02, 04, 05 |
| Journal Club group presentation (15mins = approx 4 minutes per student, plus 10 mins Q&A) | 20 | 01 | |
| Physiotherapy Student Exercise Handout (group assessment 1,200 words - approx 240 words per student) | Due week 5 | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Practical skills examination (10 minutes) | Hurdle: Must pass pract skills assess end semester exam period. | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAndrea Bruder
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Lectures commence in the 2nd week of semester 2"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design of a 6-week case specific exercise program (individual 2,000 words) | Hurdle: Must pass written assessment task due in SWOT vac | 40 | 01, 02, 04, 05 |
| Journal Club group presentation (15mins = approx 4 minutes per student, plus 10 mins Q&A) | 20 | 01 | |
| Physiotherapy Student Exercise Handout (group assessment 1,200 words - approx 240 words per student) | Due week 5 | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Practical skills examination (10 minutes) | Hurdle: Must pass pract skills assess end semester exam period. | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |