Module SPRT1281: Introduction to Anatomy and Exercise Physiology

Department: Sport and Exercise Sciences

SPRT1281: Introduction to Anatomy and Exercise Physiology

Prerequisites

• None.

Corequisites

• None.

Excluded Combination of Modules

• None.

Aims

• To enable students to acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the human body.

Content

• Students will focus on the basic anatomical and physiological functions of the human body. Initially this will be delivered in the form of lectures and enhanced by laboratory practical sessions to fully develop their understanding.
• Indicative content may include the anatomical and physiological functions of the following systems: Cellular; Nervous system; Musculoskeletal system; Endocrine system; Cardiovascular system; Respiratory systems; Digestive system and Thermoregulatory system.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify and describe basic anatomy and exercise physiology of the human body.
• Explain a range of physiological systems relevant to the human body.
• Identify and explain the anatomical and physiological functions of the various systems of the human body.

• Develop key laboratory skills used in human anatomy and exercise physiology.
• Demonstrate written communication skills.

• Demonstrate basic skills in literature searching and interpretation, writing, and referencing.
• The ability to work as part of a team to collect and interpret scientific data in the form of a laboratory report.

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

• Teaching and learning will be centred on lectures and practical laboratory sessions. This will permit the student the opportunity to place their theoretical knowledge into a more applied environment.
• Assessment will be:
• 1. A 1500 word laboratory report, which is designed to assess: students' ability to undertake research; report writing skills - to collect, interpret, report and examine experimental data.
• 2. A take home assessment that will be assessed online and will measure anatomy and physiology knowledge base. The students will be required to answer questions, during the assigned timeframe, that will be derived from both the lecture and practical content of the module.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment:

Compulsory 500 word literature review.

■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University