XSCI 3510 - Applied Exercise Physiology

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Focuses on an applied perspective of exercise physiology, designed to provide physical educators, coaches, and exercise professionals with the scientific foundations of exercise pertaining to areas such as energy metabolism, cardiovascular and neuromuscular physiology, nutrition, etc. with direct application in schools, health clubs and sport settings. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the physiological adaptations to exercise observed in the following systems: skeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory system, and endocrine on an introductory level. 2. Identify the effects of nutritional status, fluid balance, environment, and ergogenic aids on exercise training on an introductory level 3. Explain knowledge of exercise fitness tests and be able to measure and evaluate factors such aerobic fitness, anaerobic fitness, muscular strength and endurance, and body composition on an introductory level. 4. Describe appropriate programs for the benefit of health and athletic performance on an introductory level.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2018 - 08/14/2022 

Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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