Exercise Physiology 326 Syllabus

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PEP 326: Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology
Division of Physical Performance and Development

Instructor: Len Kravitz, Ph.D.
Semester: Summer 2000
Meeting Times: MTWRF 9:20 – 11:20 am: Room B100
Office: Johnson Center 1160, Phone 277-4136, Messages 277-5151
Email: lkravitz@unm.edu
Web Site: www.unm.edu/~lkravitz (go to UNM then to Exercise Phys 326)
Office Hrs: M 11:30 - 2:00 and by appointment
Prerequisites: Biology 237-247L, Biology 238-248L

Course Description:
Exercise physiology is an evaluation of the acute and chronic adaptations of the body to the stresses of exercise.

Rationale:
The initial study of exercise physiology requires the student to have prior competency in basic human anatomy and physiology. Emphasis in this course utilizes this information to focus on how the body (and its systems) responds to the differing types of intensities of exercise. For students who wish to pursue further studies in exercise physiology, a thorough mastery of this fundamental information is extremely important and provides the foundation for more advanced study in exercise bioenergetics, biochemistry and physiology.

This course is closely associated with the College of Education Mission in "the study and practice of education through teaching, research, and service." It is the goal of the Exercise Science Program and College of Education to "prepare students for participation in a complex and challenging society." The mission of the college of education is posted at: www.unm.edu/~educ/mission.htm

Course Objectives: To acquire,
1. Knowledge of the acute and chronic physiological changes that occur in the body in response to exercise stress.
2. Knowledge in the performance, understanding and interpretation of basic physiological assessment such as indirect calorimetry, muscular fitness and cardiovascular analyses.
3. An appreciation of research in exercise physiology.

Textbook
Robergs, R. A., & Roberts, S. O. (2000). Fundamental Principles of Exercise Physiology: For Fitness, Performance, and Health. McGraw-Hill.

Instructional Strategies
The instructor will use the following strategies during the course of instruction:
Computerized/digital lecture presentations
Computerized/digital oral/written quizzes
Web-based study
Class discussion
Demonstrations and laboratory experiences
CD ROM self-paced learning
••The CD ROMs are available in Johnson Center’s Main Office
••Go to any one of the office secretarys to check out a CD ROM
••You will have to provide a current student ID to check out the CD ROM
••We use the MacIntosh Computer for these self-paced learning sessions

Evaluation:
Exam I 20 pts
Exam II 20 pts
Exam III 20 pts
Exam IV Final Exam 20 pts NOTE: Final Exam (IV) is Friday, June 30 at 9:20 am
Quizzes 15 pts
Lab Reports (3 ) 5 pts

Quizzes: Daily quizzes. This is support for formative evaluation which has been shown to improve final student outcomes.

Note: No make-ups on exams, quizzes or labs without written medical (or similar) excuse.

Extra Credit: Throughout the semester several opportunities will be made available for students to attain extra credit (such as the participation in research activities, class projects, special assignments and viewing of Interactive Physiology CD modules)

Grading Scale
97 — 100 A+
93 — < 97 A
90 — < 93 A-
87 — < 90 B+
83 — < 87 B
80 — < 83 B-
77 — < 80 C+
73 — < 77 C
70 — < 73 C-
67 — < 70 D+
63 — < 67 D
60 — < 63 D-
< 60 F

Lab Reports: For each lab report, students will turn in a lab report. Please BULLET each section.
Introduction: Up to 150 words describing the physiological component of the lab.
Methods: Describe in detail what went on in the lab.
Conclusions: Up to 150 words discussing the findings and outcome of the lab.

Special Needs: Qualified students with special needs should see the instructor as soon as possible.

Professional Courtesy: Please make sure you turn off all cellular phones and audio-activated pagers in class. Students are expected to be on time for class and stay till the end of class.

Laboratory Attire: All students should bring comfortable workout gear for the laboratory experiences.

Laboratory Reports: Laboratory reports are due on the date specified. No late papers will be accepted. Students must be present at labs to receive credit for the report.

Scholarly Questions, Analytical Thinking, and Interactive Quizzes: Daily study questions and quizzes will be posted on the web site that are intended to help students prepare for the exams. www.unm.edu/~lkravitz (go to UNM then go to Exercise Phys 326)

Tentative Lecture Time Table
Week Date Topics Assignment
6/5 Course Overview/Lecture 1 Chapter 1
6/6 Exercise: A Challenge of Homeostatic Control Chapter 2
Neuromuscular Function and Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 5

6/7 Neuromuscular Function and Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 5

6/8 Ergometry and Calorimetry Chapter 4

6/9 Exam I (Over readings and lectures to this point)
Laboratory 1

6/12 Metabolism Chapter 3
Laboratory Report 1 Due

6/13 Metabolism Chapter 3

6/14 Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 6

6/15 Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 6

6/16 Exam II (Over readings, lectures, labs to this point)
Laboratory 2

6/19 Cardiovascular Function and Adaptation to Exercise Chapter 7
Laboratory Report 2 Due

6/20 Cardiovascular Function and Adaptation to Exercise Chapter 7

6/21 Pulmonary Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 8

6/22 Pulmonary Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 8

6/23 Exam III (Over readings, lectures, labs to this point)
Laboratory 3

6/26 Neuroendocrine Adaptations to Exercise Chapter 9
Laboratory Report 3 Due

6/27 Training for Sport and Performance Chapter 10

6/28 Exercise, Weight Control, Health, and Disease Chapter 21

6/29 Exercise and Aging Chapter 18

6/30 Final: Exam 4 (Over readings, lectures, labs to this point)

END OF SUMMER SESSION #1

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