EDF1603

Biophysical foundations of human movement B ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr J O'Connor

Offered:
Singapore SA-02 2005 (OCL)
Gippsland Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: In this unit, students are introduced to basic principles of human physiology and the stages of human development over the lifespan as they relate to sport and outdoor education. Sporting and physical activity pursuits will be introduced in a biophysical context with the opportunity to develop an understanding of both disciplines of exercise physiology and human growth and development. The scientific principles underpinning human movement and their application to human development will be linked to laboratory practice and data handling techniques through an application to the advanced sport and outdoor recreation activities.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to: - Define the terms exercise, physical activity, training, exercise physiology, growth, development and Fundamental motor skill. - Describe and interpret scientific research related to the fields. - Use terms such as VO2max, lactate threshold, steady state, metabolism in correct context. - Apply principles behind methods of training for specific sports and activities. - Describe what is meant by body build, body size and body composition and provide an understanding of how it varies across different populations, sports, ages and genders. - Outline the body's three energy systems and apply their relative contributions to exercise in relation to intensity and duration. - Explain the concept of oxygen uptake and its relationship to energy systems and exercise intensity. - Develop training strategies that influence aerobic and anaerobic training incorporating interval and continuous training modes as well as the principles of exercise training. - Evaluate the body composition of a fellow student using approved techniques and demonstrating accuracy and reliability of these measures. - Accurately select and administer practical field-tests for measuring performance. - Describe the phases of motor development across the lifespan; articulate the importance of developing fundamental motor skills and explain with respect to the motor skill proficiency barrier. - Observe and accurately describe the performance of a fundamental motor skill. - Describe what happens during the stages of human growth from pre-natal through to adulthood Identify the implications growth and development has on the individual's participation in sport, recreation and physical activity across the lifespan. - Differentiate between chronological and biological age and the implications of these for participation in sport, recreation and physical activity in childhood and adolescence.

Assessment: Assignment (1600 word equivalent): 40% + Mid semester exam (800 word equivalent): 20% + End of semester exam (1600 word equivalent): 40% + Attendance at 80% practical classes.

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: EDF1602 or equivalent