IDR143 General Introduction to Exercise
- ECTS Credits:
- 5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences
- Course Leader:
- Andrè Bjerke
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
Teaching language
EnglishCourse contents
Anatomy:
- The structure and function of the musculoskeletal system
Physiology:
- Muscle and nerve cells
- Energy production and consumption
- Respiratory and circulatory system
- Neuromuscular function
Exercise theory:
- Theories of physical and mental training, as well as the design of basic training plans
- Endurance training and key training methods
- Resistance training and key training methods
- Other characteristics of physical fitness (e.g., mobility and motor skills)
- Physical activity and the link between physical, mental, and social health
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the students should be able to:
- Understand the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system, as well as basic exercise physiology.
- Demonstrate knowledge about theories concerning physical and mental training and describe and explain the content of the different training methods.
- Understand and discuss principles of endurance and resistance training, as well as the design of basic training plans for different target groups.
- Reflect upon and discuss the physical, mental, and social health effects of physical activity.
Examination requirements
All mandatory tasks must be completed and approved.An overview of all tasks will be presented at the beginning of the semester.
Teaching methods
The course is taught as a combination of lectures, group work, case discussions, and individual tasks. A selection of oral and written tasks will be mandatory.
Expected workload for the average student is 135 hours.
Evaluation
The study program manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Assessment methods and criteria
3-hour written individual exam. Graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| IDR954 – General Introduction to Excercise | 5 |