Course Description
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Course Name
Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology 113
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Host University
University of the Western Cape
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Biomedical Sciences, Education, Kinesiology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Co-requisite modules: Advanced Field Work Education
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Host University Units
15 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Main Outcomes
At the end of this module students should be able to:
· Explain the fundamental principles of physiology with special reference to nutrition, digestion,
metabolism, the muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous and endocrine systems
· Provide a basic application of these principles to the body in motionMain Content
· Basic nutrition, digestion and metabolism
· The physiology of the cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems
· Fundamental physiological adaptations to exercise conditions and trainingTotal Learning Time: 150 hours
Method of Student Assessment:
Continuous Assessment: 60 %
Final Assessment: 40%
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.