Physiology of Exercise and Training
Overview
1. Metabolism and the energy systems
1.1. Fuel sources for exercise
1.2. Fuel systems used during exercise
1.3. Fatigue
1.4. Metabolic adaptations to exercise
1.5. Training principles for metabolic enhancement
2. Neurological control of movement
2.1. Structure and function of the nervous system
2.2. Sensory-motor integration
2.3. Motor response to acute exercise
2.4. Neuromuscular adaptations
3. Effects of exercise on the cardiovascular system
3.1. Structure and function of the cardiovascular system
3.2. Cardiovascular dynamics
3.3. Regulation of the cardiovascular system during exercise
3.4. Cardiovascular response to acute exercise
3.5. Chronic adaptations
4. Effects of exercise on respiratory regulation
4.1. Structure of the pulmonary system
4.2. Regulation of pulmonary ventilation
4.3. Gas exchange and transport
4.4. Respiratory response to exercise
4.5. Ventilation and energy metabolism
4.6. Respiratory limitations to performance
4.7. Respiratory adaptations to exercise
5. Effects of excessive training
5.1. Tapering
5.2. Sport nutrition
5.3. Exercise and body composition
5.4. Ergogenic aids
5.5. Special populations
- Lecture
- Discussion groups and group projects
- Laboratory/practical applications
- Guest presenters
- Technology assisted learning
- Problem-based learning
Evaluation will be carried out in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:
| Mid-term exam | 20-30% |
| Final exam | 20-30% |
| Laboratory reports | 20-30% |
| Laboratory quizzes | 20-30% |
| Research project | 0-20% |
Upon completion of the course, the successful student will be able to:
- Describe the functions of the neuromuscular system, energy systems, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and hormonal regulation in physical activity and training.
- Describe the interrelationships of the neuromuscular system, energy systems, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and hormonal regulation in physical activity and training.
- Describe the acute sport physiological responses of the body to physical activity.
- Describe the sport physiological adaptations of the body systems to training.
- Administer fitness assessment protocols.
- Interpret fitness assessment data.
Consult the Douglas College Bookstore for the latest required textbooks and materials. Example textbooks and materials may include:
Wilmore, J. and Costill, D. (Current Edition) Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Champaign, Ill.: Human Kinetics Publishers.
Requisites
Course Guidelines
Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
Course Transfers
These are for current course guidelines only. For a full list of archived courses please see https://www.bctransferguide.ca
| Institution | Transfer details for SPSC 2275 |
|---|---|
| Camosun College (CAMO) | CAMO SPP 2XX (3) |
| Capilano University (CAPU) | CAPU KINE 275 (3) |
| Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) | No credit |
| Langara College (LANG) | LANG KINS 2275 (3) |
| Simon Fraser University (SFU) | SFU BPK 143 (3) |
| Thompson Rivers University (TRU) | TRU PHED 1230 (3) |
| Trinity Western University (TWU) | TWU HKIN 191 (3) |
| University of British Columbia - Okanagan (UBCO) | UBCO HES_O 105 (3) |
| University of British Columbia - Vancouver (UBCV) | UBCV KIN_V 275 (3) |
| University of British Columbia - Vancouver (UBCV) | UBCV KIN_V 235 (3) |
| University of Northern BC (UNBC) | UNBC HUMN 2XX (3) |
| University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) | UFV KIN 163 (3) |
| University of Victoria (UVIC) | UVIC EPHE 2XX (1.5) |
| Vancouver Island University (VIU) | VIU KIN 2nd (3) |
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
| CRN | Days | Instructor | Status | More details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CRN
13009
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Mon Wed | Instructor last name
Anderson
Instructor first name
Ken
|
Course status
Full
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SPSC 2275 001 - Registration is restricted to Sport Science & Bachelor of Physical Education & Coaching students until November 27, 2024 at 10:00AM. Registration in this course provides registrants with a 'time conflict' error. This error can be disregarded for this course as it is due to a required room booking overlap.
| CRN | Days | Instructor | Status | More details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CRN
13010
|
Wed Fri | Instructor last name
Anderson
Instructor first name
Ken
|
Course status
Open
|
SPSC 2275 002 - Registration is restricted to Sport Science & Bachelor of Physical Education & Coaching students until November 27, 2024 at 10:00AM. Registration in this course provides registrants with a 'time conflict' error. This error can be disregarded for this course as it is due to a required room booking overlap.