Module Details

Module Code: PHIO C1311
Module Title: Applied Anatomy and Sport Physiology
Title: Applied Anatomy and Sport Physiology 1
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Brian Dunne
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to develop students’ scientific knowledge and understanding of bodily systems responses to exercise and sports performance. Students will be introduced to a broad range of topics in the area of applied anatomy and sports physiology, giving them a framework within which to understand how sportspeople respond and adapt to different types of training. Students will gain an understanding of how to prescribe appropriate and effective training programmes to enable the sportsperson to achieve optimum performance.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology (bones, joints, spinal column and muscles) to basic functional movement and exercise prescription
LO2 Explain the principles of training and their application to the components of fitness in designing effective training programmes
LO3 Demonstrate an understanding of aerobic and anaerobic energy metabolism in the human body and how these systems can be trained to achieve optimal physical performance.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Basic & Applied Anatomy
• Structural and functional characteristics of bone and muscle • Functional anatomy and movement analysis (origin and insertion of muscles, joint actions, stretching and strengthening exercises for principal muscles)
Components of Fitness & Principles of Training
• Health and performance-related components of fitness defined • Application of principles of training to components of fitness • Basic principles of programme planning & periodisation
Basic Energy Systems
• Aerobic and anaerobic energy metabolism • Training the energy systems • Design of appropriate training programmes
Muscle Contraction
• Basic physiology of muscle contraction • Characteristics of muscle fibre types • Factors affecting generation of force
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Practical30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 1
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
1. Compound lifting assessment in gym/anatomy exam. Students will be asked to preform and teach specific compound exercises
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Written Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
Reassessment Description
If a student fails module they will need to resit the theory paper. If they have also failed the practical/skills assessment this will need to be re-done also.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Practicals Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 6.00 6
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Wilmore, J.H., Costill, D. and Kenney, W.L. (2020), Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Human Kinetics Illinois.
  • Jeffreys I, Moody J. (2016), Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance.
  • Tortora G.J. and Nielsen M.. (2016), Principles of Human Anatomy, Wiley.
  • McArdle, W.D., Katch, F.I. and Katch, V.L.. (2015), Exercise Physiology: Energy, Nutrition and Human Performance, Lipincott, Williams &Wilkins.
  • Coulson, M. (2017), The Fitness Instructor’s Handbook : A complete guide to exercise and fitness, A&C Black.
  • Haff GG, Tripplet NT. (2016), Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Human Kinetics.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise.
  • Journal of Strength and Conditioning.
Other Resources
Discussion Note: