Course
Syllabus
Exercise
Physiology Lecture
Instructor: Philip J. Buckenmeyer, Ph.D.
Office: Room
A-13 Studio West
Phone: (607) 753-5558
Email:
Office Hours: Mon 11-12; Wed 2-5; Friday 11 – 12; and by appointment
Text Book: W. McArdle, F. Katch and V Katch. (2000). Exercise Physiology; Theory and application to fitness
and performance. 2nd edition,
Lecture Meeting Times: 114 Sperry: Tuesday & Thursday
Course Description: The purpose of this course is to increase the
student’s knowledge and understanding about human physiology and the
adaptations that occur during exercise. Exercise physiology is a branch of
physiology that deals with the functioning of the human body during exercise.
An understanding of how the body responds to acute and chronic exercise is
crucial for the physical educator, athletic trainer, coach, fitness expert, or
exercise physiologist. Emphasis is placed on bioenergetics as well as
circulatory, respiratory and neuromuscular responses to the physical stress of
exercise. Also discussed are the effects of environmental factors and ergogenic aids on athletic performance. The objective of
this course is for the student to gain an understanding and working knowledge
of how the body responds to exercise so that they may apply this knowledge to
their chosen field. Indeed, understanding the interactions of metabolism,
circulation, and structural adaptations in response to exercise and training
are required to be an effective teaching or health care professional.
Course Objectives:
Following the completion of this course, the student will be able to discuss
the following:
1. The acute physiological changes that occur during exercise
2. Appropriate
means of maintaining the body in optimum physiological status for exercise
3. The
physiological adaptations that occur following exercise training
4. Health
benefits of a consistent exercise program and the health risks associated with
inactivity
5. The
students will be able to discuss how the various systems of the human body
interrelate in response to exercise.
6. The
students will be able to discuss the various control steps and mechanisms of
metabolism (ATP production and ATP utilization).
Instructors’ expectation of Students
It is expected that the student
will:
1. Be present for each of lecture, lab, all quizzes and
examinations. Exam conflicts must be discussed with the instructor prior to the
scheduled activity.
2. Missed
quizzes, exams, and lab assignments cannot
be made-up except as outlined in the College Handbook.
3. Come
to class and lab prepared to participate in discussions and activities.
4. Hand
in all assignments on time, late assignments will not be accepted.
5. Think
critically.
6. Be considerate and respectful of your colleagues and your
instructor; be a professional.
7. Seek special help from the instructor ASAP if you find the material overwhelming.
8. Students are expected to do their own work. See College Handbook regarding the definition and consequences of plagiarism and cheating.
9. Although
attendance in lecture is not taken, it is strongly
recommended that every effort be made to attend
class on a regular basis. This course moves at a rapid pace and covers a
tremendous amount of material. Laboratory attendance is mandatory.
10. Please turn off cell
phones or “vibrate” mode.
"Students
must recognize their role in their education is active; they are responsible
for their own learning." (SUNY
Make-up Exams:
In order to take a make-up
examination, I must be notified prior
to the class in which the exam will be administered. At this time, we will work
out the necessary details. If this procedure is not followed, you will receive
a 0 (ZERO) on the exam.
Ethics violations:
Hopefully they will not occur. If
they do, you will fail the class.
What constitutes an ethics
violation?
I expect all students to know,
understand, and adhere to the SUNY Code of Academic Ethics.
Content:
Section 1: Nutrition and Energy (ATP)
Topics: Metabolism, bioenergetics,
fuel utilization, EPOC, lactate, enzymes, hormonal control, glucose
homeostasis, energy systems.
Section 2: Physiological Systems: Transportation
Topics: Cardiovascular system,
respiratory system, ventilation, VO2max, altitude, training.
Section 3: Muscle Physiology & Training: Energy Out
Topics: Nervous system, skeletal
muscle structure and function, resistance training, ergogenic
aids.
Special Section:
Topics: Limitations
to VO2max, altitude training, obesity and children
Evaluation:
Lecture exams (2 at 25% each of grade)
**Comprehensive Final exam (30% of grade)
Lab portion of class. (10% of grade)
Two quizzes (5 % of grade)
Class discussion /participation/Lab attendance and participation (5% of grade)
** You MUST pass the final
comprehensive exam (at least 60% score), to pass the class.
I reserve the right to adjust the grading
scale downward at my own discretion.
However at no point during the semester will the scale be increased or
made more difficult.
A small amount of extra credit points
will be available throughout the semester.
Possible extra credit points include:
additional on line quizzes, weekend lab assistant for high school
students, attend review sessions, turn-in final exam review questions.
Total accumulated points will be expresses as a percent of total points attainable. The percent will be used in assigning a course grade according to the following scale:
Final Grade:
|
97.0 - 100 |
A+ |
77 - 79.9 |
C+ |
|
93.0 - 96.9 |
A |
73 - 76.9 |
C |
|
90 - 92.9 |
A- |
70 - 72.9 |
C- |
|
87 - 89.9 |
B+ |
67 - 69.9 |
D+ |
|
83 - 86.9 |
B |
63 66.9 |
D |
|
80 - 82.9 |
B- |
60 - 62.9 |
D- |
|
|
|
0 – 59.9 |
E (fail) |
Tentative Course Outline
Date Day Lecture topic Chapters
Specific Pages
May 4 & 5, 2005 Wed-Thurs Study Days
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