BIO 3337 Exercise Physiology
A systems approach to exercise science and covers the structure and function of muscle including neuronal control, metabolism and energy expenditure, effects of exercise on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, principles of exercise training, environmental influences on performance, performance optimization, nutrition, age and sex considerations in sport and exercise, diagnostic/characterization techniques, obesity, and disease. Problem-based learning, peer teaching, critical thinking skills are emphasized. A research project utilizing techniques learned in this course will be required.