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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Health Conditions, Wellness And Exercise Participation | |||
| Reference | HSM182 | Version | 1 |
| Created | July 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | November 2017 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| This module aims to develop a critical understanding of the pathophysiology of specific health conditions, sedentary behaviour and comorbidities, and how these conditions influence the body's acute and long term responses to exercise as well as the role of, physical activity and exercise in the prevention, management and treatment of such conditions. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically discuss the pathology and physiology of inactivity and chronic health conditions. |
| 2 | Critically appraise the impact of chronic health conditions on the body's acute and long term responses to exercise. |
| 3 | Critically evaluate the impact of exercise on the prevention, management and treatment of specific health conditions. |
| 4 | Critically discuss the relationship between specific health conditions. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| The pathophysiology of chronic non-communicable diseases; physiology of sedentary behaviour; comorbidities; physiological adaptations to exercise; management strategies for chronic conditions; medical and non-medical treatments for chronic conditions; preventative care; reflective practice. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module is delivered on-campus, featuring a range of tutorials, workshops and seminars. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 24 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 126 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Essay | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| The coursework will be assessed using a criterion marking system. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A in Component 1 |
| B | B in Component 1 |
| C | C in Component 1 |
| D | D in Component 1 |
| E | E in Component 1 |
| F | F in Component 1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None in addition to the entry requirements of the course. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | MOORE, G., DURSTINE. J,L. and PAINTER. P., 2016. ACSM’s Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases and Disabilities. 4th Ed. Champaign, IL. Human Kinetics. |
| 2 | HARDMAN, A.E. and STENSEL, D.J., 2009. Physical Activity and Health. 2nd Ed. London, UK: Routledge. |
| 3 | EKKEKAKIS, P., 2013. Routledge Handbook of Physical Activity and Mental Health. Oxon: Routledge. |
| 4 | In addition, a current and comprehensive list of references will be supplied on an annual basis to reflect the evolving nature of relevant topic areas. |