SHN4662 - Research Methods/Exercise Physiology

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

(1) Demonstrate an understanding of principles of experimental design;
(2) Demonstrate an awareness of quantitative and qualitative reseach techniques;
(3) Indetify ethical considertation in research;
(4) undertake preliminary data analysis and present data in tabular and graphical form;
(5) Critically appraise report writing style;
(6) Demonstrate and understanding of the function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system and entery metabolism;
(7) Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the respitory and cardiovascular systemsm during exercise and recovery.

Content:

Principles of experimental and non-experimental design; ethical considerations in research. Introduction to quantitative and qualitative designs. Descriptive statistics; choosing and executing statistical tests to include correlation and t-test. Presentation of data to include graphs, charts and tables.

Structure and function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Energy metabolism during exercise. The respiratory system, endocrine system, and the haemodynamic response to exercise.
Research report writing and format.

Learning and Teaching Information:

Underpinning theory delivered in lead lectures is explored further using computer-based worlshops and practical sessions. Practical sessions incloude data collection and laboratory-based tasks.

Students are expected to conduct around 100 hours of independant study in reading, preparation for workshops and preparing assessment for submission.

Lectures
Contact Hours 36
Number of Groups 1

Computer workshops
Contact Hours 8
Number of Groups 5

Practical workshops
Contact Hours 16
Number of Groups 5

Assessment: