FLS 140 Applied Exercise Physiology 1

Course introduces students to the neuromuscular, cardiovascular and respiratory responses to acute exercise, and long-term physical training. Exercise metabolism, physiological fuel systems and hormonal control will also be discussed.

Credits

3

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Describe basic functioning of physiological systems including: circulatory, respiratory, nervous, skeletal and muscular
2. Explain how these physiological systems respond and adapt to acute exercise and long term physical training
3. Differentiate between aerobic and anaerobic metabolic processes and different fuel sources for energy
4. Apply the above concepts to physical activity