SPEX11-102: Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science

Description

This subject introduces the student to each of the five major streams of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science program. The basic principles of anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, psychology, biomechanics, motor control and learning, testing prescription and delivery of exercise programs within exercise and sport science settings will be the focus. This foundation subject is designed to provide students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to understand, apply and integrate the basic principles of the five major streams of exercise science as they relate to apparently healthy clients of both genders across the lifespan from conception to old age.

Subject details

Type:	Undergraduate Subject
Code:	SPEX11-102
EFTSL:	0.125
Faculty:	Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine
Semesters offered:	January 2024 [Standard Offering]
Credit:	10
Study areas:	Health, Biomedical, and Sport Sciences
Subject fees:	Commencing in 2023: $4,050.00 Commencing in 2024: $4,260.00 Commencing in 2025: $4,460.00 Commencing in 2023: $5,400.00 Commencing in 2024: $5,730.00 Commencing in 2025: $5,990.00

Learning outcomes

Identify and describe the stages of growth and development across the lifespan in relation to exercise and sport.
Describe and apply recommended and contraindicated exercise testing, prescription and delivery principles for each stage of growth and development.
Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular, sensory and endocrine systems in relation to the exercise response.
Apply basic exercise and sport science screening, testing and prescription procedures to diverse population groups.
Identify and assess populations at risk of insufficient physical activity or sedentary behaviour, including consideration of the social determinants of health, to inform development of appropriate interventions.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:	Nil
Assumed knowledge:	Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
Restrictions:

Requisites:

Nil

Assumed knowledge:

Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.

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Subject outlines

Subject dates

January 2024

Standard Offering
Enrolment opens:	12/11/2023
Semester start:	15/01/2024
Subject start:	15/01/2024
Cancellation 1:	29/01/2024
Cancellation 2:	05/02/2024
Last enrolment:	28/01/2024
Withdraw - Financial:	10/02/2024
Withdraw - Academic:	02/03/2024
Teaching census:	09/02/2024

Standard Offering
Enrolment opens:	12/11/2023
Semester start:	15/01/2024
Subject start:	15/01/2024
Cancellation 1:	29/01/2024
Cancellation 2:	05/02/2024
Last enrolment:	28/01/2024
Withdraw - Financial:	10/02/2024
Withdraw - Academic:	02/03/2024
Teaching census:	09/02/2024