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The aim of this module is to provide students with the ability to critically evaluate current understanding of the role of exercise in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease and aging from a population standpoint and a theoretical overview of the physiological mechanisms thought to underpin the beneficial effects of exercise. Students will be encouraged to evaluate the literature that attempts to elucidate our understanding of the role of exercise in the prevention of disease and maintenance of function. At the end of the module, a successful student will be able to:
1. Critically analyse the fundamentals of epidemiology and its relation to public health.
2. Understand the main relationships between physical activity, physical fitness, health status and psychological well being throughout the lifespan.
3. Outline and evaluate the physiological mechanisms which underlie common degenerative diseases.
4. Engage in an informed debate on the attributes of physical activity which contribute to a reduction in morbidity and mortality.
5. Review, consolidate and interpret current concepts from a range of sources in the field.
6. Summarise the main benefits of physical activity, and make recommendations to the general population during a public presentation.
Introduction to the module
Research methods in epidemiology
Wearable sensors for monitoring physical activity
Exercise & children
Exercise and coronary heart disease
Exercise & Obesity
Dexterity in younger and older age
Cognitive function and balance in the elderly
Age-related decline of the neuromuscular system; sarcopenia; Steadiness
Barriers to exercise
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 20 |
Small Group | 4 |
Specified Learning Activities | 36 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 50 |
Total | 110 |
PERS10120 Science of Human Performance I
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Essay: Essay (1500 words) to be submitted by week 12 on topic provided | Week 12 | n/a | Graded | No | 50 |
Oral Examination: Group Presentation | Week 10 | n/a | Graded | No | 50 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | No |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
Feedback offered on request following assessment
Name | Role |
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Dr Massimiliano Ditroilo | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor James Matthews | Tutor |