EXSC402 Research Methods for Exercise Science
10 cp
Prerequisites Entry into the Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) course
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of tutorials/practical per semester.
The research methods of exercise science are reviewed together with the assumptions underlying various models. Students are introduced to selected tools of quantitative, qualitative, and hermeneutic enquiry with particular reference to their appropriateness for the student’s own emerging research questions.
EXSC403 Experimental Design and Statistics for Exercise Science
10 cp
Prerequisites Entry into the Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) course
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of tutorials/practical per semester.
Experimental design and statistics for exercise scientists. This unit focuses on experimental design and introduces the student to selected statistical techniques, the understanding of which is necessary for both the interpretation of current research and the conduct of research in both the exercise science laboratory and field settings. Basic non-parametric designs are addressed as well as multivariate statistics including MANOVA.
EXSC404 Honours Thesis (Part A)
20 cp
Prerequisites Entry into the Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) course
Teaching Organisation Student centred learning and research under the supervision of nominated staff.
Students will prepare to undertake a thesis through the exploration of literature and the presentation of preliminary research processes and findings. Following the presentation of a research proposal, students will complete a thesis related to their specific area of interest. The thesis will be prepared through independent scholarly work under the guidance of an approved supervisor. The aim of a Thesis is to assist students to understand the process of research.
EXSC405 Honours Thesis (Part B)
20 cp
Prerequisites Entry into the Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) course
Teaching Organisation Student centred learning and research under the supervision of nominated staff.
Students will prepare to undertake a thesis through the exploration of literature and the presentation of preliminary research processes and findings. Following the presentation of a research proposal, students will complete a thesis related to their specific area of interest. The thesis will be prepared through independent scholarly work under the guidance of an approved supervisor. The aim of a Thesis is to assist students to understand the process of research.
EXSC406 Honours Thesis (Part C)
20 cp
Prerequisites Entry into the Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) course
Teaching Organisation Student centred learning and research under the supervision of nominated staff.
Students will prepare to undertake a thesis through the exploration of literature and the presentation of preliminary research processes and findings. Following the presentation of a research proposal, students will complete a thesis related to their specific area of interest. The thesis will be prepared through independent scholarly work under the guidance of an approved supervisor. The aim of a Thesis is to assist students to understand the process of research.
EXSC500 Lifestyle and Exercise Counselling
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of laboratory per semester.
This unit is designed to provide the students with knowledge and practical experience in conducting individual and group lifestyle and exercise counselling sessions for a wide variety of clients. These may include both “lifestyle” [exercise for health and well-being] and “specific-needs” groups such as; newcomers to exercise, clients seeking physiological and/or psychological rehabilitation, The nature of the client’s needs requires the counsellor/leader/instructor to be cognisant of, and sensitive to a host of factors which may inhibit or enhance exercise adherence. Eliciting information in a non-threatening manner and assisting the client to make appropriate and considered decisions for change and action is a fundamental skill to be developed in this course.
EXSC501 Neurological Analysis, Prescription and Rehabilitation
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of laboratory per semester.
This unit builds upon an understanding of the human nervous system at gross anatomical and elemental levels, with a focus upon the sensory and motor components of movement control. Injury to this system is often devastating; however extensive recovery of function within the nervous system is possible with appropriate diagnosis and rehabilitation. The unit will explore the use of exercise in the rehabilitation of individuals with neurological disorders. The pathophysiology of neural injury, general impairments commonly suffered, as well as specific neurological disorders will be examined. Students will be provided with techniques for the exercise-based rehabilitation of general neurological impairments, as well as specific neurological disorders.
EXSC502 Musculoskeletal Analysis, Prescription and Rehabilitation
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of laboratory per semester.
This unit reviews current scientific knowledge and understanding of musculoskeletal disorders and diseases. Examination of the mechanisms involved and the processes that lead to functional restoration, maintenance or adaptation form a major focus of this unit. Methodological aspects of the clinical assessment of musculoskeletal disorders and diseases will be discussed and demonstrated together with the theory and practice of available exercise prescriptions and treatment therapies. This unit identifies the skills and knowledge necessary to prescribe exercise as a prevention strategy for disease, as a treatment strategy for injury including sports injuries, and as a means of sustaining functional independence throughout the lifespan.
EXSC503 Clinical Experience 1
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 120 hours of clinical per semester.
This unit provides students with opportunities to explore and engage in a variety of exercise prescription and rehabilitation experiences within the sporting, private and hospital systems. Exposure to the multidisciplinary nature of the health care environment is important and students will be supervised to conduct assessment and provide exercise prescription for rehabilitation towards full functioning.
EXSC504 Responsible Clinical Practice
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of laboratory per semester.
This unit examines the ethical and legal responsibilities that face the professional Exercise Physiologist in prescribing exercise within a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the implications of carrying forward a fundamental concern for justice and equity, and the dignity of all human beings for professional values and practices in Exercise prescription. The notion of responsibility is grounded in the social and individual values that underpin professional decisions and choices.
EXSC506 Cardio-Respiratory Analysis, Prescription and Rehabilitation
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of laboratory per semester.
This unit will review current medical and scientific knowledge of and understanding of cardiorespiratory disorders and diseases. An examination the mechanisms involved and the processes that lead to functional restoration, maintenance or adaptation forms a major focus of this unit. Methodological aspects of the clinical assessment of cardiorespiratory disorders and diseases will be discussed and demonstrated together with the principles of available exercise prescriptions and treatment therapies.
EXSC507 Clinical Experience 2
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 120 hours of clinical per semester.
This unit provides students with opportunities to expand their clinical experiences to supplement the theoretical knowledge gained previously. Additionally it will provide interaction with experienced professionals in a workplace setting.
EXSC508 Exercise and Metabolic Syndrome
10 cp
Prerequisites Nil
Teaching Organisation 24 hours of lectures and 24 hours of laboratory per semester.
This unit will review the current medical scientific knowledge and understanding of metabolic conditions such as: obesity, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, anaemia, hyperlipidemia. An examination of the mechanisms involved and the processes that will lead to functional restoration, maintenance or adaptation that enhance quality of life will form a major focus of this unit. Methodological aspects of the clinical assessment will be discussed and demonstrated together with the principles of available exercise prescription and treatment therapies.
