HSCS 3301 Physiology of Exercise

This course explores how the human body functions during the increased demands of exercise. Students will study the metabolic integration of the neuromuscular, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems. Students will practice physiological evaluation techniques during the laboratory component.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BIOL 2100, BLAB 2100, and HSCS 3321.

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: fall

Student Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes:

Students will define exercise physiology and its importance in the field.

Students will appropriately apply the principles and skills for exercise testing safely and demonstrate evidence-based decision making in planning exercise/training programs for various populations based on data collected.

Students will demonstrate appropriate test selection for assessing physiological responses and adaptations to aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance exercise/training.

Students will identify and explain age, gender, and other individual differences that may exist and/or affect physiological training adaptations, and performance abilities in various sports and activities.

Students will identify and explain the principles and their application of fitness programs by applying clinical reasoning skills to formulate goals and develop plans to improve performance and overall health.

Students will collect, analyze, and interpret physiological data collected from various tests and procedures.

Students will improve their interpersonal skills by interacting with others in meaningful ways.

Students will improve their reading and writing abilities by editing and providing peer feedback on weekly assignments.

Students will learn how to read research critically and evaluate it on its merits and impact on society and the field.

Students will learn how to write professionally and critique the literature identify relevant information and convey that information through scientific writing.