Learning Partnerships, Unit Catalogue 2010/11 |
AS10086: Human structure and function |
 Credits:
| 5 |
| Level:
| Certificate |
| Period: | This unit is available in... |
| Semester 1 at City of Bath College | |
| Semester 1 at Swindon College | |
| Semester 1 at Weston College | |
| Semester 1 at Weymouth College |
| Assessment:
| CW 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
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| Description:
| Aims: This unit aims to: * outline aspects of body structures / organs and their functions in relation to sport and physical activity. Learning Outcomes: At the end of this unit students will be able to: * demonstrate an understanding of the major physiological systems of the human body and how regular exercise/training can impact upon these; * demonstrate an understanding of the role of the musculo-skeletal system in human movement; * identify and explain energy systems and apply knowledge to different sporting activities; * evaluate the limiting factors during performance of sub-maximal and maximal exercise. Skills: * communication; * application of number; * application of number; * information technology. Content: * Analysis of functional anatomy and movement of the body; * Cardiovascular system and effects of exercise and training; * Pulmonary system and effects of exercise; * Energy sources of the human body including fuels for exercise; * Applying energy system concepts to sport and exercise including the role of the warm-up and prevention of and recovery from fatigue; * Laboratory and field based physiology tests for human performance; * Exercise and health. |