IDR138 Exercise Physiology and Basic Sports Nutrition (Autumn 2021)
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences
- Course Leader:
- Svein Rune Olsen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Bachelor’s programme in Sports and Exercise Science
- Sports and Exercise, one-year programme
- Advanced Teacher Education level 8-13, 5-year Master's Programme
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student will
- have basic knowledge of human physiology;
- have basic knowledge of the human neuromuscular functions;
- be able to explain how physical activity affects human physiology;
- have basic knowledge of sport nutrition.
Contents
Physiology
- Basis of cell physiology and biochemistry
- Circulation system
- Respiratory system
- Metabolism
- Temperature regulation
- Hydration balance
- Endocrine system
Neuromuscular function
- Structure of the neurological system
- Structure of muscle cells
- Neuromuscular connectors/connections
- Regulation of force development during movement
- Muscle adaptability / protein synthesis
Basic sport nutrition
- Digestion
- Macro- and micronutrients
- Hydration requirements
- Body compostion
- Energy availability
Teaching and learning methods
Teaching will be given as lectures, practical work, demonstrations and group work. Parts of it may be compulsory - please see the course schedule in Canvas.
Estimated student work load is about 270 hours.
Examination requirements
Attendance requirements must be met. Please refer to Canvas for details.
Examinations
The course will have two exams and both must be passed.
- Part A counts 40% and is a graded 3-hour written individual school exam which is arranged mid term
- Part B counts 60% and is a graded 3-hour written individual exam which is arranged at the end of term
The course will be given one final mark.
Student evaluation
The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Offered as a free-standing course
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| IDR101 – Biological Aspects of Exercise 1. | 10 |
| IDR101 – Biological Aspects of Exercise 1. | 10 |
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