ASC2736

Exercise physiology and fitness assessment

(BUS)

Mr Peter Freeman

6 points + Second semester + 3 hours lectures and 39 hours of practical work and workshops per semester + Gippsland + Prerequisites: ASC1637 or BIO1637 or EDG1502

Synopsis: Key concepts in exercise physiology, including the complex meaning of fitness; the validity of various fitness tests; the shortcomings of fitness testing when children are the subjects; understanding the various energy sources available during exercise, including the differences in rate of supply and amount of energy able to be delivered; the purpose and effects of different types of training; practical skills in the measurement of fitness levels, the prescription of exercise, case management and simple program design.

Assessment: Case study report (4000 words): 10% + Written examination (3 hours): 50% + Laboratory work (8 written reports and maintenance of laboratory record book): 40%