Course outline
Code: SPX211
Title: Exercise Physiology I
Faculty of: Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Teaching Session: Semester 2
Year: 2015
Course Coordinator: Dr Dale Lovell Email: dlovell@usc.edu.au
Course Moderator: Dr. Colin Solomon
1.
What is this course about?
1.1
Course description
This course is designed to provide you with an understanding of the physiology of human physical exercise.
Specific content includes the theory and practical components of energy transfer, respiratory, cardiovascular,
muscle, nervous and endocrine systems physiology during exercise, as well as the regulation and integration
of these systems. The course is essential for students wanting to proceed to Honours or a higher degree by
research in the area of exercise physiology.
1.2
Course content
Introduction to exercise physiology
Energy transfer
Energy transfer for exercise
Measurement of energy transfer
Respiratory system: pulmonary component and exercise
Respiratory system: gas exchange and transport and exercise
Respiratory system: regulation and integration and exercise
Cardiovascular system: blood pressure and exercise
Cardiovascular system: regulation and integration and exercise
Cardiovascular system: cardiac output and exercise
Muscular system and exercise
Nervous system and exercise
Endocrine system and exercise
2.
Unit value
12 units
Version Semester 2 2015
Recfind File Number: F15007
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3.
How does this course contribute to my learning?
The specific learning outcomes that you will
achieve by successful completion of this
course:
You will be assessed on the
learning outcome in task/s:
Completing these tasks
successfully will contribute
to you becoming:
Demonstrate an understanding of the
function, regulation and integration of the
energy transfer, respiratory, cardiovascular,
muscular, neural and endocrine systems
during exercise
Demonstrate an understanding of how to
conduct tests and measurements of
physiological function during exercise, which
are valid, accurate, and reliable
Search for and utilise literature, information,
and learning resources using multiple
sources
Understand the scientific method, and
assess and discuss the research literature on
exercise physiology
Work in groups to conduct laboratory
experiments, in an appropriate manner
Compare and share results from laboratory
experiments with other students
Demonstrate competent use of laboratory
equipment and information technology
Utilise clear and concise written
communication for scientific information
Demonstrate an understanding of ethics in
human exercise testing and research
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Knowledgeable.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Knowledgeable.
Ethical.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 1
Empowered.
Task 1
Engaged.
Task 1
Empowered.
Engaged.
Task1
Ethical.
4.
Creative and critical thinkers.
Sustainability-focussed.
Am I eligible to enrol in this course?
Refer to the Undergraduate Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of “prerequisites, co-requisites and anti-requisites”
4.1
Enrolment restrictions
Laboratory classes limited to a maximum of 30 students.
4.2
Pre-requisites
LFS112 or LFS201
4.3
Co-requisites
Nil
4.4
Anti-requisites
SPL254 or SPL262
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4.5
Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills (optional)
N/A
5.
How am I going to be assessed?
5.1
Grading scale
Standard – High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL)
5.2
Assessment tasks
Task
No.
SPX211
Assessment Tasks
Individual
or Group
1
Part A Laboratory
Quizzes
Individual
Weighting
%
20 %
What is the
duration /
length?
10 min per
quiz
When should I submit?
20%
5 pages (plus
references)
Monday Wk 13 by 4pm
Blackboard
SafeAssign
Individual
20 %
1.5 hr
In class
Individual
40 %
100%
2 hr
Week 7
Lecture time
University exam period
Part B. Laboratory
Report
2
3
Mid-Semester
Exam
Final Exam
Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12
Where
should I
submit it?
In class
Assessment Task 1: Part A. Laboratory Quizzes
Goal:
The laboratory quizzes are designed to assess your understanding of the theory and practical
components of the laboratory classes
Product: Written quizzes conducted in the laboratory classes in Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12
Format:
Each quiz will consist of 10-20 questions that pertain to the 1-2 previous laboratory classes. 10
minutes duration
Criteria
Correct and complete answers to questions
Generic skill assessed
Skill assessment level
Information literacy
Developing
Problem solving
Developing
Assessment Task 1: Part B. Laboratory Report
Goal:
The laboratory report is designed to assess your understanding of how to conduct and
communicate a research experiment
Product: Written report
Format:
According to the instructions provided
Criteria
According to the assessment criteria provided
Generic skill assessed
Skill assessment level
Information literacy
Developing
Collaboration
Developing
Applying technologies
Developing
Problem solving
Developing
Communication
Developing
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Assessment Task 2: Mid-Semester Exam
Goal:
The mid-semester exam is designed to assess your understanding of all components of the
course including lecture, laboratory class, and required readings content, from Week 1 – Week
6 inclusive
Product: Written exam conducted in the lecture time in Week 7
Format:
Multiple choice questions. 1.5 hours duration
Criteria
Correct and complete answers to questions
Generic skill assessed
Skill assessment level
Information literacy
Developing
Problem solving
Developing
Assessment Task 3: Final Exam
Goal:
The final exam is designed to assess your understanding of all components of the course
including lecture, laboratory class, and required readings content, from Week 1 – Week 13
inclusive
Product: Written exam conducted in the university exam period
Format:
Multiple choice questions. 2 hours duration
Criteria
Correct and complete answers to questions
Generic skill assessed
Skill assessment level
Information literacy
Developing
Problem solving
Developing
5.3
Additional assessment requirements
Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment
A student’s eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions
applying:
a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4%
b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale
c) The student has not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct
Blackboard
As a student enrolled in this course you will have access to course information on the Blackboard site. You
are strongly recommended to log onto the course site on a regular basis. All course announcements,
course changes, posting of course materials and grades (via My Interim Results) will be accessed through
Blackboard. It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate internet access (either off campus on oncampus) in order to access Blackboard regularly and to complete required assessment tasks.
Safe Assign
In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its
assessment tasks are submitted electronically via Safe Assign. This software allows for text comparisons to
be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that Safe Assign has access to. If
required, details of how to submit via Safe Assign will be provided on the Blackboard site of the course..
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5.4
Submission penalties
Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate:
 5% (of the assessment task’s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified
as the due date for the assessment task.
 10% (of the assessment task’s identified value) for the third day
 20% (of the assessment task’s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and
including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task.
 A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date
identified as the due date for the assessment task.
Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late.
To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome.
6. How is the course offered?
6.1
Directed study hours
Four hours total contact each week: Two hour lecture and two hour laboratory classes
The workload in this course is based on an average commitment of 10-12 hours per week to achieve a
satisfactory level of performance.
6.2
Teaching semester/session(s) offered
Semester 2
6.3
Course activities
Teaching
Week /
Module
Week 1
What key concepts/content will I
learn?
Introduction to exercise physiology
Energy transfer
What activities will I engage in to learn the
concepts/content?
Directed Study
Independent Study
Activities
Activities
Lecture
Text book: Chapter 4,
Chapter 5, Chapter 6
Laboratory class
Week 2
Mechanical work and power
Application of workload
Energy transfer for exercise
Week 3
Anaerobic power and capacity
Measurement of energy transfer
Laboratory class
Lecture
Blood lactate during high intensity
exercise and active and passive
recovery
Respiratory system: pulmonary
component and exercise
Laboratory class
Oxygen consumption and energy
expenditure at rest and during
exercise. Calibration of metabolic
systems
Laboratory class
Week 4
Lecture
Lecture
Text book: Chapter 7
Text book: Chapter 8,
Chapter 9, Chapter 10
Text book: Chapter 12
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Week 5
Respiratory system: gas exchange
and transport and exercise
Lecture
Text book: Chapter 13
Exercise economy and efficiency
Respiratory system: regulation and
integration and exercise
Laboratory class
Lecture
Text book: Chapter 14
Revision session
Mid-semester exam
Laboratory class
Lecture time
Peak oxygen utilisation (VO2 peak)
during exercise
Cardiovascular system: blood
pressure and exercise
Laboratory class
Pulmonary volumes and ventilation
and exercise
Cardiovascular system: regulation
and integration and exercise
Laboratory class
Pulmonary ventilation and lactate
turn-points
Cardiovascular system: cardiac
output and exercise
Laboratory class
Laboratory class
Week 11
Blood pressure and heart rate and
exercise: prediction of VO2 peak
Muscular system and exercise
Lecture
Text book: Chapter 18
Week 12
Muscle force, work, and fatigue
Nervous system and exercise
Laboratory class
Lecture
Text book: Chapter 19
Laboratory class
Week 13
Cardiovascular system and aerobic
exercise (virtual laboratory)
Endocrine system and exercise
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Lecture
Lecture
Lecture
Lecture
Content used for
laboratory report
Test book: Chapter 15
Content used for
laboratory report
Text book: Chapter 16
Text book: Chapter 17
Text book: Chapter 20
Revision session
Laboratory class
Please note that the course activities may be subject to variation.
7. What resources do I need to undertake this course?
7.1
Prescribed text(s)
Please note that you need to have regular access to the resource(s) listed below:
Author
Year Title
Publisher
McArdle W., Katch 2010 Exercise Physiology Energy, Nutrition and
Lippincott Williams &
F., Katch V.
Human Performance
Wilkins
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7.2
Required and recommended readings
Lists of required and recommended readings may be found for this course on its Blackboard site. These
materials/readings will assist you in preparing for tutorials and assignments, and will provide further
information regarding particular aspects of your course.
7.3
Specific requirements
According to the Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas
7.4
Risk management
There is minimal health and safety risk in this course. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the
Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas.
8.
How can I obtain help with my studies?
In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Additional resources
provided to all students are peer advisors and Academic Skills Advisors provided by Student Services. You
can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: +61 7 5430 1226 or Email: studentservices@usc.edu.au
9.
Links to relevant University policies and procedures
For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including:
 Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs
 Review of Assessment and Final Grades
 Supplementary Assessment
 Administration of Central Examinations
 Deferred Examinations
 Student Academic Misconduct
 Students with a Disability
http://www.usc.edu.au/university/governance-and-executive/policies-and-procedures#academic-learningand-teaching
10. Faculty specific information
General enquiries and student support
Faculty Student Support Office
Tel: +61 7 5430 2869
Fax: +61 7 5456 5010
Email: SHEinfo@usc.edu.au