Module Information
Course Delivery
Assessment
Due to Covid-19 students should refer to the module Blackboard pages for assessment details
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Lab Report 2000 Words | 50% |
| Semester Exam | 1.5 Hours Exam | 50% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Lab Report 2000 Words | 50% |
| Supplementary Exam | 1.5 Hours Exam | 50% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Identify the structures, and functions, of the main physiological systems of the human body
Describe the key theories and principles that explain human movement and function
Collect data in a laboratory environment in a safely and effectively
Communicate via a scientific laboratory report
Brief description
This module will introduce students to the main physiological systems of the body and considers issues such as homeostatic balance and control. The module will provide the basis for development in subsequent modules such as, Sport and Exercise Physiology and Physical Activity for Health
Aims
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Content
• Cardiovascular system
-Heart Rate, ECG, blood pressure
• Nervous system
• Respiratory system
-Spirometry
• Muscular system
-Eccentric, Concentric, Isometric
-Length tension, force velocity
• Skeletal system
• Immune and Lymphatic systems
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Students will be provided with academic and skill challenges during practical sessions and completion of assessment | |
| Completion of assessments (Exam and report) Laboratory sessions | |
| Laboratory sessions: • Working in groups in laboratory sessions | |
| Completion of assessments (Exam and report) Laboratory sessions | |
| Laboratory sessions: • Measurement of HR and ECG • Blood Pressure • Spirometry • Strength measurement | |
| Assessment (report) | |
| Self, peer and lecturer feedback during contact hours | |
| Assessment (report, interpreting physiological data) Laboratory sessions: • Working with participants as clients | |
| Assessment (Exam, online platform and report using MS word, excel) Laboratory sessions • ECG system |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 4