ECTS - University of Pisa
Scheda programma d'esame
ELEMENTS OF PHYSICS AND PHYSIOLOGY
ALESSANDRO SALE
Academic year2016/17
CourseSPORTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Code001EB
Credits9
PeriodSemester 2
LanguageItalian

ModulesAreaTypeHoursTeacher(s)
ELEMENTI DI FISICAFIS/07LEZIONI24
NICOLA BELCARI unimap
FISIOLOGIABIO/09LEZIONI48
CLAUDIA LUNGHI unimap
ALESSANDRO SALE unimap
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student who successfully completes the course will be able to demonstrate basic knowledge about the major biological and physical concepts that are necessary to understand human movement. The course will integrate learning modules on Physics, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Motor Control, Neuroscience and Biomechanics, Nutrition and Sport and Exercise Psychology. An emphasis will be placed on the link between basic scientific information and professional requirements in the field of human movement studies.
Assessment criteria of knowledge
In the written exam (3 hours, multiple choise questions choice), the student must demonstrate his/her knowledge of the course material. The student will be assessed on his/her demonstrated ability to discuss the main course contents using the appropriate terminology.

Methods:

  • Final oral exam
  • Final written exam
Teaching methods

Delivery: face to face

Learning activities:

  • attending lectures
  • participation in seminar
  • participation in discussions
  • individual study

Attendance: Mandatory

Teaching methods:

  • Lectures
  • Seminar
Syllabus
Basic Principles of Physics: Force, Velocity, Acceleration, Mass, Energy. Basic principles of Dynamics, Cinematic, Static and Fluid Dynamics. Physiology: Energy and Cellular Metabolism, Membrane Dynamics, Communication, Integration, Homeostasis, Neurons and Network Properties, The Central Nervous System, Sensory Physiology, Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control, Muscles, Control of Body Movement, Cardiovascular Physiology, Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure, Blood, Mechanics of Breathing, Gas Exchange and Transport, The Kidneys, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, , Energy Balance and Metabolism, Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism.
Bibliography
Text Book: Dee U. Silverthorn ISBN: 8871925904 Recommended reading includes the following: Arthur C. Guyton, John E. Hall ISBN: 8821429369
Updated: 14/11/2016 17:27