Sport Science BA (A), Anatomy and Physiology, 15 credits
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Syllabus:
Idrottsvetenskap GR (A), Anatomi och fysiologi, 15 hp
Sport Science BA (A), Anatomy and Physiology, 15 credits
General data
- Code:IV065G
- Subject/Main field:Sports Science
- Cycle:First cycle
- Progression:(A)
- Credits:15
- Progressive specialization:G1N - First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements
- Education area:Idrott 100%
- Answerable faculty:Faculty of Human Sciences
- Answerable department:Health Sciences
- Approved:2021-03-26
- Date of change:2021-09-29
- Version valid from:2022-08-15
Content
The course consists of 6 parts:
Moment 1 (4 credits)
- The basics of cells and tissues and basic chemistry and physics
- Physiology and basic anatomy of the nervous system, sensory organs and endocrine system
Moment 2 (4 credits)
- The human body’s general anatomy, anatomical terminology, musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology.
Moment 3 (4 credits)
- Physiology and basic anatomy of the cardiovascular system, blood and immune system, and respiratory system
- Physiology with basic anatomy of the kidneys and urinary tract
Moment 4 (1 credit)
- Written scientific report
Moment 5 (1 credit)
- Laboratory work
Moment 6 (1 credit)
- Seminars
Entry requirements
Selection rules and procedures
The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.
Examination form
1000: Exam Physiology 1, Individual written exam, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with distinction (VG)
2000: Exam Anatomy, Individual written exam, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with distinction (VG)
3000: Exam Physiology 2, Individual written exam, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with distinction (VG)
4000: Exam written report, Assignment Report, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
5000: Exam laboratory work, Assignment Report, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
6000: Exam seminars, Oral and Written Assignment, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
Grading system
Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with distinction (VG)
Course reading
Required literature
- Author: Haug, E., Toverud, K.C., Bjåle, J.G., Sand, O. & Sjaastad, O.V.
- Title: Arbetsbok till människokroppen
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Liber
- Comment: Delmoment 1 - 6
- Author: Floyd, R.T., Thompson, C.W.
- Title: Manual of structural Kinesiology
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: McGrawHill
- Comment: Delmoment 2, 5 - 6
- Author: Eng, M.
- Title: Muskler, anatomi och funktion
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: SISU Idrottsböcker
- Comment: Delmoment 2, 4, 5 - 6
- Author: Bjålie, J., Haug, E., Sand, O. & Sjaastad, Ö.
- Title: Människokroppen - fysiologi och anatomi
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Liber
- Comment: Delmoment 1 - 6
- Author: Backman, J.
- Title: Rapporter och uppsatser
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Studentlitteratur AB
- Comment: Delmoment 4 - 6
Reference literature
- Author: Price, M., Price, M.
- Title: Lab reports and projects in sport and exercise science: a guide for students
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: Pearson
- Comment: Delmoment 5
- Author: Powers, S.K., Howley, E.T.
- Title: Exercise Physiology - Theory and application to fitness and performance
- Edition: Senaste upplagan
- Publisher: McGrawHill
Scientific articles will be provided during the course.
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