Syllabus

Introductory Physiology and Applied Exercise Physiology (Climbing)

Code
GIH33J
Points
5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Health and Welfare
Subject field
Sport and Health Science (IDA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Sport and Health Science1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1N
Approved
Approved, 23 February 2023.
This syllabus is valid from 23 February 2023.
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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will, at a basic level, be able to describe:

  • the structure of skeletal muscle and the nervous system, as well as how they function during physical activity
  • the body’s process of metabolism and how it adapts upon physical activity
  • how the nervous and endocrine systems regulate physiological responses to physical activity
  • the circulatory and respiratory systems and how they interact to meet the demands of physical activity.

Course Content

This course focuses on the key physiological systems involved in physical activity. The fundamentals of energy supply and metabolism and their importance for physical activity are studied. Furthermore, the basic structure and function of the neuromuscular, circulatory, respiratory and hormonal system are examined. Great emphasis is placed on understanding the interaction between these systems in the transition from rest to physical activity.

Assessment

Seminars, assignment and written examination.

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–G.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Seminars, assignments, examination - 5 Credits | U–G

Prerequisites

  • General entry requirements

Other Information

The course is offered in collaboration with the Swedish Climbing Federation.

It cannot be included in a Dalarna University degree that includes Introductory Physiology and Applied Exercise Physiology (Powerlifting or Judo), 5 credits.

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.