Bloomsburg University
Department of Exercise Science & Athletics
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY II 05-478-01
Spring 2011 Course Syllabus
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Dr. Joseph L. Andreacci
OFFICE – 389-5340
jandreac@bloomu.edu
http://facstaff.bloomu.edu/jandreac/
132 Centennial Hall (CEH)
M 4:00 – 5:30pm; TU 1:00 – 3:00pm; TH 1:00 – 2:30pm; or by appointment
Monday evenings 6:00-9:00pm
201 CEH
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05.378
Required Textbook: Powers, S.K. & Howley, E.T. (2009). Exercise Physiology (7th Edition). Boston,
MA: WCB McGraw-Hill.
Course Description: This is an advanced undergraduate course in the physiology of exercise dealing with
acute and chronic responses of various systems to exercise and training. Special emphasis will be
given to environmental physiology (altitude, temperature, underwater and microgravity
environments) and its impact on human performance.
Course Objectives: Students successfully completing the course will:
1. Strengthen their overall knowledge in physiological responses and adaptations that accompany physical
activity and exercise.
2. Understand the functional components of the acid-base system during both rest and exercise and its
impact on temperature regulation.
3. Understand physiological basis of designing training programs.
4. Realize the impact of exercise and how it can be used as prescription in various populations.
5. Relate the above objectives to relevant laboratory experiences for practical application.
6. Incorporate scientific research articles into the understanding of key concepts and how they can relate to
the field.
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EVALUATION PROCEDURES:
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80 points
100 points
150 points
60 points
100 points
60 points
250 points
Text Quizzes (4 @ 20 pts each)
Assessment Exam
Midterm Exam
Laboratory Quizzes (3 @ 20 pts each)
Participation in Departmental Research
Journal Critiques
Final Exam
Total
800 points
Final Grades will be based on the following percentiles:
Grading Scale:
A Î
A- Î
B+ Î
B Î
B- Î
C+ Î
C Î
D Î
E Î
92 – 100 %
89 – 91.9 %
86 – 88.9 %
82 – 85.9 %
79 – 81.9 %
76 – 78.9 %
70 – 75.9 %
59 – 69.9 %
< 58.9 %
EVALUATION POLICY:
Exams: There will be a total of 3 EXAMS in this course. Exams will consist of
(but not limited to) multiple choice, fill-in the blank, short answer and essay questions. Exams
will be given during regular class time and should be completed within 60-75 minutes.
Assessment Exam of 05.378: Will be given on Monday January 31, 2011 and will be used as
gauge on comprehension of material obtained in Exercise Physiology I.
Midterm Exam: Will be taken on Monday February 28, 2011.
Final Exam: Will be held on Monday May 2, 2011 from 7:15 –9:15pm during finals week.
a. There will be no make-up exams allowed, unless there is an excusable absence. If
a student misses an exam the instructors should be promptly notified. If the
student knows that he/she will miss an exam beforehand the student’s must notify
the instructor.
Quizzes: There will be 7 total quizzes during this semester. Quizzes are used to keep students involved in
the reading of assigned materials and the reviewing of lecture notes. All QUIZZES will be
announced in class!! No make-up quizzes will be generated …so show up!!
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Journal Critiques: Practical knowledge and scholarly interpretation in the area of Exercise Physiology will
be enhanced through this assignment. This assignment is intended to get the student involved in
reading scientific journals, more so than in Exercise Physiology I. Students must select 5 research
articles and critique each one. All 5 articles should have a similar theme with research to ‘Exercise
Physiology’. Students are strongly encouraged to contact the instructor for advice on locating
appropriate research articles. When in doubt please see ME!!!
This assignment is at the beginning of class on Monday April 25, 2011!
Participation in Departmental Research: As you know, this is an exciting time to be a
student in the Department of Exercise Science!! There are a number of research projects
that will be going on during the course of this semester. Students are encouraged to get involved in a
number of research projects, examples include: participating as a research subject; assisting in data
collection and/or data analysis; or helping a faculty member prepare for a research project. Please do
not wait until the end of the semester to complete your hours.
All students are required to submit the form from my website. This is due at the beginning of
class on Monday April 25, 2011!
Reasonable Accommodation: Please notify the professor in a timely manner if you require any sort of
reasonable accommodations for equal educational opportunity, or longer test-taking times.
Academic Honesty: Academic honesty and integrity are expected. Should anyone violate this trust by
cheating (including plagiarism), it will result in an automatic failing grade for all those involved. It is
your responsibility to avoid the appearance of dishonesty. Come to class prepared and do you own
work on anything you submit bearing your name. Please feel free to consult with the professor if you
have any questions. Please refer to Bloomsburg University’s The Pilot (page 57) detailing
Academic Integrity.
****NOTE****
The professor reserves the right to change the policies, procedures, and statements in
this syllabus as deemed necessary.
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Tentative Class Outline
DATE
TOPIC
M 1/24
Introduction to Exercise Physiology II
Review of Exercise Physiology I
Assessment Exam of Exercise Physiology I
Chapter 13 Î Physiology of Training
Chapter 13 Î Physiology of Training (cont?)
Chapter 14 Î Patterns in Health & Disease
Chapter 15 Î Work Tests to Evaluate Cardiovascular Fitness
LABORATORY #1 Î Work Tests to Evaluate Cardiovascular Fitness
Text Quiz #1 – Chapters 13 – 15;
Laboratory Quiz #1 on Work Tests to Evaluate Cardiovascular Fitness;
Chapter 16 Î Exercise Prescriptions for Health & Fitness
Chapter 17 Î Exercise for Special Populations
Review for Midterm
MIDTERM EXAM
No Class – Spring Break
Chapter 18 Î Body Composition & Nutrition for Health
Chapter 19 Î Factors Affecting Performance
LABORATORY #2 Î Assessment of Body Composition
Text Quiz #2 – Chapters 18 & 19;
Laboratory Quiz #2 on Assessment of Body Composition
Chapter 20 Î Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance
Chapter 21 Î Training for Performance
Chapter 22 Î Training for Female Athlete, Children & Special Populations
LABORATORY #3 Î Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance
Text Quiz #3 – Chapters 20 – 22;
Laboratory Quiz #3 on Assessment of Human Performance
Chapter 21 Î Training for Performance (cont?)
Chapter 22 Î Training for Female Athlete, Children & Special Populations (cont?)
Chapter 23 Î Nutrition, Body Composition & Performance
Chapter 24 Î Exercise & the Environment
Chapter 25 Î Ergogenic Aids
Text Quiz #4 – Chapters 23 – 25
M 1/31
M 2/7
M 2/14
M 2/21
M 2/28
M 3/7
M 3/14
M 3/21
M 3/28
M 4/4
M 4/11
M 4/18
M 4/25
Participation in Research due
Review for Final Exam
M 5/2
FINAL EXAM
7:15 –9:15pm
NOTE: The instructor reserves the right to alter the syllabus at any time, if needed.
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