Lecture: 2 hours/week
and
Lab: 2 hours/week
Class time will be used for lectures, lab activities, discussion groups and group projects.
Metabolism and the energy systems
- Fuel sources for exercise
- Fuel systems used during exercise
- Fatigue
- Metabolic adaptations to exercise
- Training principles for metabolic enhancement
Neurological control of movement
- Structure and function of the nervous system
- Sensory-motor integration
- Motor response to acute exercise
- Neuromuscular adaptations
Effects of exercise on the cardiovascular system
- Structure and function of the cardiovascular system
- Cardiovascular dynamics
- Regulation of the cardiovascular system during exercise
- Cardiovascular response to acute exercise
- Chronic adaptations
Effects of exercise on respiratory regulation
- Structure of the pulmonary system
- Regulation of pulmonary ventilation
- Gas exchange and transport
- Respiratory response to exercise
- Ventilation and energy metabolism
- Respiratory limitations to performance
- Respiratory adaptations to exercise
Effects of excessive training
- Tapering
- Sport nutrition
- Exercise and body composition
- Ergogenic aids
- Special populations
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- explain the functions of the neuromuscular system, energy systems, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and hormonal regulation in physical activity and training;
- explain the interrelationships of the neuromuscular system, energy systems, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and hormonal regulation in physical activity and training;
- explain the acute sport physiological responses of the body to physical activity;
- explain the sport physiological adaptations of the body systems to training;
- administer fitness assessment protocols;
- interpret fitness assessment data.
Assessment will be in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:
| Test(s) | 20-30% |
| Final exam | 20-30% |
| Laboratory reports | 10-40% |
| Quizzes | 10-40% |
| Project | 0-20% |
| Total | 100% |
Consult the Douglas College Bookstore for the latest required textbooks and materials. Example textbooks and materials may include:
Wilmore, J., & Costill, D. (Current Edition). Physiology of Sport and Exercise. Human Kinetics Publishers.