EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
Department of Physical Therapy
National Cheng Kung University
Fall, 2006
Classroom: Room 207
Time: Tuesday, am 8:10-10:00 (隔周上課)
Lecturer: Ai-Lun Yang (楊艾倫), Ph.D., P.T. (ext. 5021)
Course Objectives:
Upon completing this course, the student will be able to understand human
physiological responses, including energy metabolism, nutrition, and human
performance, and adaptation to physical activity or exercise training.
Textbook:
McArdle WD, Katch FI, and Katch VL: Exercise Physiology – Energy, Nutrition, and
Human Performance. 5th ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, USA, 2001.
Week
Date
1
9/19
Topic
Introduction
Overview of Exercise Physiology
3
10/3
Biomechanical Pathways of Energy Metabolism
5
10/17
Pulmonary Structure and Function
Ventilatory Responses and Adaptation to Exercise
7
10/31
Cardiovascular Structure and Function
Cardiovascular Responses and Adaptation to Exercise
9
11/14
Structure and Function of Skeletal Muscle
Exercise Effect on Skeletal Muscle
11
11/28
Quiz
Assessment of Work Capacity
13
12/12
Assessment of Body Composition
Obesity and Weight Control
15
12/26
Exercise Physiology of Special Groups (I)
Exercise Physiology of Special Groups (II)
17
1/9
Final Exam
Grading:
Based upon scores of the quiz (20%), final exam (70%), and class participation (10%)