The exercise physiology course aims to develop a critical appreciation of exercise and applied physiology, enabling design of specialist injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement programs and strategies. Health and wellness course mainly includes discussion on the theories of health and wellness, including motivational theory, locus of control, public health initiative, and psycho-Social, spiritual, and cultural consideration. Health risks, screening, and assessment considering epidemiological principles are emphasized. Risk reduction strategies for primary and secondary prevention, including programs for special populations will be covered.

See Course Outline for more details.

Learning Outcome:

Upon completion, students will possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of general overall physiological principles associated with metabolic processes; musculoskeletal system; cardiovascular system; aerobic and anaerobic program design. 

•  Demonstrate knowledge of pathophysiology and risk factors associated with exercise and disease. 

• Demonstrate the ability to administer and interpret health appraisals, fitness, and clinical exercise testing. 

•  Demonstrate the ability to administer and interpret electrocardiography and other diagnostic techniques associated with physiological processes. 

• Describe and understand issues involved with patient management and medications. 

•   Design and monitor exercise prescriptions and fitness programming.  

•  Demonstrate proficiency in performing laboratory techniques and subsequent analysis of data commonly used in a Human Performance Laboratory. 

•  Demonstrate knowledge of and show the ability to carry out the research process

  Reading/Reference Books:

• Exercise Physiology- Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance by Scott K. Powers, Edward T. Howley. (Click To Download)

• Exercise physiology, A thematic Approach By Tudor Hale, University College Chichester, UK.

A Physical Therapist’s Guide to Health, Fitness, and Wellness By Catherine R Thompson, Ph.D., MS, PT

Assessment Criteria:

Assessment schedule: 3 tests & one send-up written examination before the annual exam

• Theory Paper: 90 Marks

• Practical         : 90 Marks

          Internal Assessment: 20 Marks (Based on class/practical performance, and attendance)

  Classes Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 09:40 AM - 10:20 AM

Start Date: March, 2023