Exercise Physiology
Level 3
 
Title of learning programme Exercise Physiology Programme
Programme level 3
Duration of learning programme 11 weeks x 10 hours*
Total number of learning hours per programme 110**

* Unlike traditional schools, colleges or universities, there are no terms, semesters, or specified intake dates for our uniquely flexible distance education courses. Our system of continuous enrolment means that our students can enrol on any day and at any time of the year. This allows our students the freedom to plan their studies to fit in with their lifestyle or work commitments.

** Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

Posture and Body Mechanics
2

Joints
3

The Muscular System
4

Skeletal Muscle
5

Movement Analysis
6

Posture and Body Mechanics
7   The Heart and The Circulatory System
8   The Vascular System
9   The Respiratory System
10   Internal and External Respiration
11   The Energy Systems
12   The Energy Continuum
13   Fatigue and Recovery
14   Health and Fitness
15   Training Principles
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 – Posture and Body Mechanics.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss in detail the makeup and functions of the skeletal system
LO2   Examine the axial skeleton and components
LO3   Summarise how the pelvic girdle operates
LO4   Describe the position of the hyaline cartilage and explain what it is used for
 

Module 2 - Joints.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce the different various joints in the body and give their functions
LO2   Examine synovial fluid and give its uses
LO3   Explain the process of movement when straightening the leg
LO4   Evaluate which planes the following occur in, and identify the axis:
  • Supination
  • Extension
  • Lateral rotation
  • Adduction
  • Radial deviation
  • Plantar flexion
 

Module 3 - The Muscular System.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Describe the characteristics and functions of the muscular system
LO2   Discuss why skeletal muscle is also known as voluntary muscle
LO3   Introduce tendons and summarise their function
LO4   Evaluate what occurs to the origin and insertion during muscle contraction
 

Module 4 - Skeletal Muscle.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Summarise the structure of the skeletal muscle and how they affect the body
LO2   Explain how muscles are contracted
LO3   Examine how electrical stimulus reaches the muscle from the brain
LO4   Analyse how the muscle spindle during plyometric exercise
 

Module 5 - Movement Analysis.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse the function of muscles, joints and the spinal column in different forms of movement
LO2   Summarise what occurs at the following joints when performing a bench press:
  • Elbow joint
  • Shoulder joint
  • Shoulder girdle
LO3   Explain the movement at the knee and hip joints when doing a leg press and identify prime movers, axis and plane of each joint
 

Module 6 - Posture and Body Mechanics.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss your basic understanding of the principles of movement
LO2   List 2 gravity resisting and assisting muscles
LO3   Summarise the classification of ‘levers’, give and explanation of each
LO4   Analyse Newton’s Third law of Motion
 
Module 7 - The Heart and The Circulatory System.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Evaluate the structure and function of the heart and circulatory system
LO2   Identify the location and size of the heart
LO3   Describe the cardiac cycle
LO4   Introduce the 4 stages of the cardiac cycle
LO5   Define intrinsic factors affecting heart rate
 
Module 8 - The Vascular System.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Define blood, its function and show how the circulatory and lymphatic systems transport it throughout the body
LO2   List the functions of the blood
LO3   Explain the meaning of ‘venous return’
LO4   Describe what influences the speed of blood flow
 
Module 9 - The Respiratory System.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce the structure and function of the respiratory system
LO2   Discuss the meaning of F.I.T.T.
LO3   Describe how over training is identified
LO4   List the 3 warm-up phases
LO5   Explain the importance of cool-down
 
Module 10 - Internal and External Respiration.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the various aspects of respiration
LO2   Identify the respiratory systems’ primary purpose
LO3   Describe 2 methods in which oxygen is transported after it diffuses into the capillaries
LO4   List 3 ways carbon dioxide is transported in the blood to the lungs from the tissues
 
Module 11 - The Energy Systems.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse energy and the various forms it takes
LO2   Discuss the importance of energy
LO3   Summarise your understanding of metabolism
LO4   Explain how ATP releases energy
LO5   Describe how the body stores fat
 
Module 12 - The Energy Continuum.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss energy and show how it influences exercise
LO2   Summarise ‘energy continuum’
LO3   Explain how the Cori cycle works
LO4   Identify the amount of fat, protein and carbohydrates necessary in a balanced diet
 
Module 13 - Fatigue and Recovery.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Describe body changes that occur during exercise and how control mechanisms come into play
LO2   List the major reasons for fatigue
LO3   Identify the meaning of EPOC and indicate what it refers to
LO4   Examine the 2 principal components of EPOC
LO5   Discuss the importance of myoglobin stores in the body
 
Module 14 - Health and Fitness.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the concept of health related fitness and skill related fitness
LO2   Summarise your understanding of health
LO3   Introduce strength and identify its 3 classifications
LO4   List physiological adaptations that occur from aerobic training
LO5   Explain physiological adaptations resulting from flexibility training
 
Module 15 - Training Principles.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce and discuss the various principles involved in fitness training
LO2   Evaluate the 3 factors that affect overload
LO3   Identify the meaning of F.I.T.T.
LO4   Describe the characteristics of over training

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