IDR138 Exercise Physiology

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Bachelor’s programme in Sports and Exercise Science
• Public health nutrition, One-Year Programme
• Sports and Exercise, one-year programme
• Advanced Teacher Education level 8-13, 5-year Master's Programme

Teaching language

Norwegian

Course contents

In this course, students learn about basic human physiology, neuromuscular function, nutrition, sports nutrition and the relationship between physical activity and health. The course will provide students with a basis for understanding physiological processes that occur in the body as a result of physical activity and exercise.

Physiology

• Basic cell physiology and biochemistry

• Circulatory system

• Respiratory system

• Metabolism

• Temperature control

• Fluid balance

• Endocrine system

Neuromuscular function

• Structure of the nervous system

• The structure of muscle cells

• Neuromuscular coupling

• Regulation of power development

• Muscle adaptability/protein synthesis

Basic nutrition and sports nutrition

• Digestion of food

• Macro- and micronutrients

• General dietary recommendations for athletes

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, the student will

• have basic knowledge of human physiology

• have basic knowledge of human neuromuscular function

• have basic knowledge of nutrition and sports nutrition

• understand how physical activity and exercise affect human physiology

Teaching methods

The teaching will be given in the form of lectures, practical work, instruction, seminars and group work.

Expected workload for the course is approximately 270 hours.

See further description in Canvas.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Assessment methods and criteria

2 partial exams, both of which must be passed.

• Part A counts for 40% and is a 3-hour individual written exam under supervision that is arranged midway through the course.

• Part B counts 60% and is a 4-hour individual written exam under supervision organised at the end of the course.

One overall grade is given.

Assessment expression: Graded grade.

See further description of the exam in Canvas.

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
IDR101 – Biological Aspects of Exercise 1	10
IDR101 – Biological Aspects of Exercise 1	10