Course Description
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Course Name
Exercise Physiology
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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
Education, Kinesiology, Sport and Leisure Sciences
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
10 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4.5
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Main Outcomes
At the end of this module students should be able to:
Assess the acute physiological responses to exercise
Assess the health-related aspects of exercise
Apply the physiological concepts of physical activity and health to exercise and sport
science researchMain Content
At the end of the module the student will be able to:
Cardiovascular System and Exercise
Respiratory System and Exercise
skeletal Muscular System and Exercise
Nervous System and Exercise
Exercise bioenergetics
Endocrine System and Exercise
Immune System and Exercise
Ergogenic Aids in Sport PerformanceTotal Learning Time: 100 hours
Method of Student Assessment: Continuous and Final Assessment
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.