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Have the ability to gather and interpret relevant data to make judgments that include reflection on relevant social, scientific, or ethical issues
B2. Apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional way and possess the skills that are usually demonstrated through the elaboration and defense of arguments and problem solving within their area of study.
B3 That students have the ability to gather and interpret relevant data (usually within their area of study), to make judgments that incorporate a reflection on relevant social, scientific and ethical issues
E7_F Design the physiotherapy intervention plan according to criteria of adequacy, validity and efficiency
E6 Apply the physiological, biomechanical, behavioral and social principles to the different fields of physical activity and sport
E7 Identify the risks to health, the practice of inappropriate physical activities and sports and propose alternatives
G2 Acquire basic scientific training applied to physical activity and sport in its different manifestations
G4 Describe the physiological and biomechanical factors that condition the practice of physical activity and sport
G6 Recognize the effects of physical activity on the structure and function of the human body
Understand the scientific literature in the field of physical activity and sport in English and other languages with a significant presence in the scientific field
T3 Use the sources of certified scientific knowledge in the field of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences
T4 Apply knowledge to their work in a professional way with the elaboration and defense of arguments and problem solving within the area of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences
T5 Develop leadership skills, interpersonal relationships and teamwork
T6 Generate resources for adapting to new situations and solving problems, and for autonomous learning and creativity
T9 Communicate fluently in English, both orally and in writing, in professional and academic contexts
As a professional in physical activity, sport and physiotherapy, the double degree student in physical activity sciences and sport and physiotherapy must understand the functioning of the human body during physical exercise. , as well as knowing how different systems respond to physical training.
Exercise Physiology I provides students with knowledge about the structure and functioning of our body's systems, the relationship of these systems with exercise and their responses and adaptations according to the different training systems.
The methodology of the subject will be carried out combining face-to-face classroom time, with autonomous work time, with the support of the virtual learning environment. The percentage of time the student spends is distributed as follows:
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Activities |
ECTS |
Face-to-face sessions in the classroom, theoretical-practical seminars in small groups, personalized tutorials) |
Theoretical presentations with audiovisual support, group work, application of practice to theory, problem-based learning (PBL), presentations by students |
2.4 |
Self-employment
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Personal study, problem solving, information searches (bibliography, webography), guided works (questionnaires, wikis, debates, forums ...) |
3.6 |
In both the face-to-face sessions and the independent work, the student will work individually and in work groups.
Each ECTS is equivalent to 25 hours of student dedication, considering the time invested in the total of the activities related to the contact time and the time of autonomous work, that the professor of the subject guides as well as the reading times, information search, connection to the virtual classroom, or elaboration of works.
1- Introduction to Physiology
a. Concepts
b. Historical evolution
c. Acute responses and chronic physiological adaptations
2- Bioenergetics and metabolism
a. Energy systems and pathways
b. Metabolism and exercise.
c. Valuation of energy expenditure during the year
d. Effects of exercise on metabolism
3- The neuromuscular system
a. Neural control of movement
i. Structure and function of the nervous system
ii. Motion control
b. Muscle control of movement
i. Muscle structure and function
ii. Muscle contraction
iii. Muscle fibers
1. Classification
2. Recruitment of muscle fibers and exercise intensity
3. Typology and sports performance
4. Effects of exercise on muscle type
iv. Muscle strength
1. Muscle actions
2. Effects of exercise on muscle strength
4- The cardiovascular system
a. The blood
i. The red series
ii. The white series
iii. Platelets and coagulation systems
iv. Effects of exercise on the blood
b. The heart and blood vessels
i. Structure and operation
ii. Effects of exercise on the heart and blood vessels
5- The respiratory system
a. Structure of the respiratory system
b. Respiratory mechanics
c. Pulmonary ventilation
d. Lung volumes and capacities
e. Ventilation during exercise
f. Diffusion and transport of gases in physical exercise
g. The regulation of ventilation in physical exercise
h. Acid-base balance in exercise
i. Ventilation and sports performance.
j. Effects of exercise on the respiratory system
The activities of the subject follow the system of continuous evaluation, that is to say, that throughout the term the professor raises several activities, that the students must solve and deliver. The work of each one of the activities allows to value to the student, the follow-up that does to the asignatura and the elements of improvement, from the comments and notes that the professors will do of the activities.
The proposed activities can be individual or in work groups. Teachers give directions for students to work out and hand in. All the activities proposed are designed so that students have a practical perspective on the topics that are developed throughout the 10 weeks of the term.
Activity |
Methodology |
Theoretical sessions
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Face-to-face sessions with the teacher, in which the theoretical contents of the subject are exposed with the help of audiovisual material |
Internships |
Practical sessions in the physiology laboratory and in the classroom |
Group work |
Group work on theory topics |
Self-employment | Personal work of the student, preparation of topics, bibliographic research and personal study |
The assessment will consist of a recognition of the level of learning achieved by the student materialized in the numerical grade in accordance with the criteria established in current legislation.
Qualification system (Royal Decree 1125/2003, of 5 September) that establishes the European system of credits and the system of qualifications to the university degrees of official character and validity in all the state territory:
0 - 4,9: Suspended
5,0 - 6,9: Approved
7,0 - 8,9: Notable
9,0 - 10: Excellent
The student's grade is the result of a continuous assessment and a final assessment. The pass of the subject is obtained with a grade equal to or higher than 5 points (out of 10 points), according to the following weighting table and NECESSARY criteria to average between the evaluation activities:
Evaluation activity |
Weighting |
Criteria for averaging |
Teamwork |
20% |
- (Not recoverable) |
Individual projects |
20% |
- (Not recoverable) |
Final exam |
60% |
5/10 |
Evaluation activity in recovery period |
Weighting |
Criteria for averaging |
Examen |
60% |
5/10 |
The individual work will consist of the elaboration and delivery of activities of the practical sessions, activities of the seminars and activities of revision of the theoretical classes. The minimum compulsory attendance at internships / seminars is 80%. The remaining 20% is reserved for any type of offense (unjustified or justified). In the case of not attending the practice / seminar, the activity will not be able to be delivered and will be listed as suspended.
The group work will focus on the topics of the subject and will be presented in class at the end of the term
In accordance with current regulations, you can only opt for recovery, if it has been suspended the subject. If the rating is Not presented, will not be eligible for recovery. The grade for the continuous assessment work (individual and group work) will be maintained in the recovery period.
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