PHYSIOL 3200 - Advanced Exercise Science

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014

In this course, students will develop an advanced knowledge of exercise physiology with specific reference to exercise testing and prescription. Topics featured in the lecture series include the scientific principles of exercise prescription, methods of physiological assessment during exercise, exercise in special and clinical populations and exercise in extreme environments. Students will gain experience in conducting exercise tests and will complete a laboratory project where data collected during physiological assessments will be utilised to prescribe a relevant exercise programme specific to the individual. Finally, students will, in groups, partake in an analysis of exercise prescription for a specific clinical case study based upon published literature, which will be presented to staff at the end of semester.

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Course Details

Course Code	PHYSIOL 3200
Course	Advanced Exercise Science
Coordinating Unit	Physiology
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 6 hours per week
Prerequisites	PHYSIOL 2510
Assumed Knowledge	HLTH 3100
Assessment	Final Exam 50%, Laboratory Report 30%, Group Poster 15%, Practorials 5%

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Adrian Elliott

Course Coordinator: Adrian Elliott
Phone: +61 8 8313 3194
Email: adrian.elliott@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Room S420a, Medical School South

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Describe the individual and integrated physiological responses to chronic exercise.
2	Assess the physiological responses of an individual during exercise and apply this information to the design of a suitable and relevant advanced exercise program.
3	Apply knowledge of the adaptations to chronic exercise to provide a rationale for the provision of exercise programs to improve and maintain specific aspects of health and performance.
4	Design an exercise program that meets the needs of individuals in consideration of current, best-practice guidelines and the exercise capacity, tolerance and motivation of the individual.
5	Recognise and understand the professional issues associated with the provision of exercise physiology services.
6	Describe the influence of extreme environments on exercise training and performance.
7	Evaluate the role of exercise training/rehabilitation in patients with chronic disease and recommend appropriate strategies to implement exercise as a therapeutic tool.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1-7
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	1-4, 6-7
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	3, 4, 7
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	4, 7
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	2, 4
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	4, 5, 7
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	4, 5, 7

Learning Resources

Required Resources

McArdle, Katch & Katch (2007) Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance (6th Ed). Lippincott, Wilkins & Wilkins

Recommended Resources

Farrell, Joyner & Carruzzo (2012). ACSM’S ADVANCED EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY. Lippincott, Wilkins & Wilkins

ACSM’s Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing & Prescription (7th Ed). Lippincott, Wilkins & Wilkins

British Journal of Sports Medicine
Journal of Applied Physiology
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
Circulation
Sports Medicine
Journal of Science & Medicine in Sport

Learning & Teaching Modes

A blended teaching approach will be adopted for this course, in which a variety of e-lectures will be housed in MyUni to supplement the material covered during formal lectures. Furthermore, several short e-lectures will be obtained from experts in the field to provide specific information. Fortnightly practical and tutorial sessions will provide the opportunity for students to develop advanced skills relating to physiological assessments and specific case studies.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Semester Contact Hours (Lectures, Tutorials, Practicals & Exam): 51 Hours
Assessment Tasks: 34 Hours
Semester Non-Contact (Preparation, Reading, Revisions): 72 Hours
TOTAL WORKLOAD: 12 Hours/Week

Learning Activities Summary

Week	Lecture 1	Lecture 2
Week 1	Exercise Training in the 21^st Century	Adaptations of Skeletal Muscle with Exercise
Week 2	When the going gets tough -Fatigue during exercise	Getting ‘fit’ – cardiovascular adjustments to exercise training
Week 3	Getting ‘fit’ – the metabolic and hormonal adjustments to exercise training	Running in the clouds - exercise at altitude
Week 4	Training at Altitude	Exercise when the temperature rises.
Week 5	PAPER A EXAM	Putting up the barriers – exercise and the immune system
Week 6	Overtraining – too much of a good thing?	Exercise throughout the Lifespan
Week 7	The physiology of childhood exercise	Exercise throughout the lifespan - Ageing
Week 8	The dangers of sitting – physical inactivity & health.	Identifying and modifying risk factors
Week 9	Exercise when the heart fails	Exercise and coronary heart disease
Week 10	Exercise for the type II diabetic.	Strengthening bones and joints – exercise & musculoskeletal disorders
Week 11	Tackling the big issue – the role of exercise for the cancer patient	Exercise for the brain
Week 12	Considerations for the female exerciser	Exercise during Pregnancy

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Examination (Papers A & B)	Summative	50%	1-4, 6
Laboratory Report	Summative	30%	2, 3, 6, 7
Group Presentation	Summative	15%	1, 3, 6, 7
Tutorial Quiz	Summative	5%	5, 7

Assessment Detail

Final Exam (50%)
Will cover all lecture and tutorial material as a major summative component of the course assessment.

Laboratory Portfolio (30%) 1800 words
Students required to work in groups of 5-6 where they will conduct 4 appropriate physiological tests and a health screening exercise on a volunteer during their laboratory classes. This will be evidenced in an individually written laboratory report consisting of a 500 word section for their testing rationale and background, a 500 word section detailing the results of their testing and comparisons with normative data, and a 500 word interpretation for exercise programme design.

Group Poster (15%)
In groups 5-6, students will present a case study in poster format with oral presentation. The case will be from a particular clinical population pre-assigned by academic staff. Of particular interest will be the disease aetiology and exercise recommendations based upon scientific literature.

Tutorials (5%)
Four tutorials relating to 1) ethics and indemnity in exercise testing, 2) health and safety during exercise testing, 3) calculation of exercise intensities and 4) pre-participation health screening. Each will require the reading of brief documents followed by a short online quiz.

Submission

1. Staff will clearly indicate the deadline (date and time) for coursework submission in the course information contained within MyUni. In addition, assessment deadlines will be announced via MyUni at least 7 days prior to the submission deadline.
2. Unless otherwise indicated, coursework should be submitted electronically via MyUni. Any students experiencing technical difficulties should contact the course coordinator and MSTRC staff at the earliest opportunity.
3. Coursework received after the deadline will be penalised as follows:

30% of total available points will be penalised per day (24 hour period or fraction thereof). An automatic zero mark will be applied after 3 days.
For example, coursework submitted less than 24 hours late and marked as a 75% would become a 45% (i.e. a 30% penalty). A 55% grade would become 25%.

4. All assessment submitted by the deadline will be marked and returned within 14 days of submission.
5. Any student, who wishes to receive an extension to a coursework deadline, must notify the course coordinator prior to the deadline. The course coordinator may use his/her discretion in granting an extension and, if required, request supporting documentation.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

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