Course overview
This aim of this course is to develop fundamental understanding of neuromuscular physiology and motor control, and the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Topics include the cellular basis of neural communication, the control of movement, and how the cardiovascular and respiratory systems adapt in normal conditions and during challenges such as exercise and stress. The course will develop and improve transferable skills such as conceptual understanding, critical evaluation, communication, teamwork and professional integrity.
- Nervous System and Motor Control
- Cardiovascular System
- Respiratory System
Course learning outcomes
- Explain the neural control of human movement and skeletal muscle function in health and disease using theoretical knowledge.
- Describe the function and control of the cardiovascular and respiratory system in health and disease using theoretical knowledge.
- Describe approaches and techniques used to assess the physiology of skeletal muscle, cardiovascular and respiratory systems in health and disease using standardised clinical and research methods.
- Gather, analyse and communicate research findings and physiological concepts in a research team environment using appropriate, contemporary research-standard methodology.
- Apply knowledge of sound experimental design (including ethical principles and appropriate statistical analysis) to evaluate research in neuromuscular, cardiovascular and respiratory physiology at a standard that aligns with relevant national policies and discipline best practice.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 23254
Section PR01
Size 25
Available 21
Class number 23253
Section PR02
Size 25
Available 15
Class number 23252
Section PR03
Size 25
Available 17
Class number 23251
Section PR04
Size 25
Available 17
Class number 23250
Section PR05
Size 25
Available 24
Class number 23249
Section PR06
Size 25
Available 23
Class number 23248
Section PR07
Size 25
Available 8
Class number 23247
Section PR08
Size 25
Available 8
Class number 23246
Section PR09
Size 25
Available 23
Class number 23245
Section PR10
Size 25
Available 16
Class number 23258
Section WS01
Size 250
Available 172
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