HEL602 Physical Function, Exercise and Health
- ECTS Credits:
- 5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
Teaching language
EnglishRecommended prerequisites
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EX.602 Philosophy of Science
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ME-617 Systematic Literature Analysis
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ME-618 Qualitative Research Methods
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ME-619 Quantitative Research Methods and Regression Analysis
Course contents
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central epidemiological studies that shed light on the hypothesis
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intervention studies that manipulate physical activity and measure changes in risk factors and/or physical capacity
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key studies that address the significance of physical activity in relation to the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of specific illnesses
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methodological challenges connected to the quantification of physical activity, physical function and health
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the candidate:
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will have thorough knowledge of the epidemiological data foundation that establishes the relationship between physical capacity, physical activity and important health-related variables
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is able to formulate hypotheses in relation to the significance of the activity's form, frequency and intensity (dose-response relation) for physical capacity and health-related physiological changes
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can critically evaluate research that sheds light on how aging and gender affect physical function
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is able to discuss and debate important methodological challenges connected to the quantification of physical function, physical activity and health at the population, group and individual level
Examination requirements
Participation in compulsory lectures as stated in the course pamphlet.
Assessment methods and criteria
The student will receive a topic that will be presented in the form of a 45 minute lecture with a written summary. The test lecture and summary will be assessed as pass/fail.