LFYS1004 Applications of exercise physiology (3 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028
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The course introduces problem-based learning strategies in the field of exercise physiology in various real-life situations.
Description
paediatric physiology
aging
cardiometabolic disease
respiratory disease
overweight/obesity
female physiology
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student is able to
understand special considerations in paediatric exercise physiology
describe organ system adaptations during aging and understand their importance for functional capacity
describe the effect of exercise/physical activity in the management of cardiometabolic and respiratory diseases
consider the effects of overweight/obesity on physiological functioning
understand sex-related physiological nuances
critically read topic-specific literature
apply learning to practice in various relevant fields
Additional information
5th year, Period III and IV
Compulsory prerequisites
- Prerequisite group 1
- LBIP1011 Exercise Physiology I (1–4 cr)
- LBIP1012 Exercise Physiology II (2–3 cr)
- LBIP006 Basic Practises in Exercise Physiology (3 cr)Not published for this curriculum period
Study materials
Online lectures will be provided.
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
Seminars (12 hours, in class), requiring active participation in the seminar. Lectures (8 hrs, online).
Evaluation criteria:
Seminar (12 hours, in class) and presentation reports (66%). Lecture reports (33%).
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Parts of the completion methods
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Participation in teaching (3 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish