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SPX209: Applied Exercise Physiology

Module Title Applied Exercise Physiology
Module Code SPX209
Module Tutor Mark Tabrett
School Sport and Exercise
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites Before taking this module you must pass SPX106
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description This module will cover physiology as it applies to exercise for health. The study of healthy body systems will provide a basis for further study about exercise prescription and medical conditions. Students will develop laboratory skills for assessment and exercise testing.
Indicative Syllabus Emphasis will be placed on the heart and the rest of the circulatory system, ventilation and gas exchange, and neuromuscular function. Laboratory practical sessions will introduce students to laboratory techniques for assessing exercise tolerance in both well and unwell individuals.
Learning Outcomes

i. Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of the module the student should be able to:
a) discuss healthy physiological systems;
b) identify appropriate exercise tests;
c) analyse exercise test outcomes;
d) identify the physiological limitations to exercise tolerance.



ii. Skills
The learning activities associated with this module are intended to develop the following:

Transferable skills:
a) problem solving;
b) application of numerical techniques;
c) communication and literacy;
d) working with others;
e) use of information and communications technology.

Subject specific skills:
a) safely and competently conduct exercise tests.
Learning and Teaching Activities

Staff/student contact: 25%
Student private study: 75%
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 40% Practical Assessment: In-class: Group presentation (1500 word equivalent)
002: 60% Written Exam: In-class, unseen, closed book: 1.00 hours
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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