This programme module aims to equip the learner with knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and how it is relevant to participation in sports and exercise.
• Differentiate between cells, tissues, organs and systems
• Classify tissues into the four main groups
• Identify the major types of connective tissue
• Outline the composition of bone
• Identify the major categories and functions of joints
• Identify a range of postural defects and how they impact on sports performance and injury
• Identify the three types of muscle in the body with examples of each
• Identify the main skeletal muscles of the body
• Show the interconnections between the skeletal and muscular systems in body movement
• Describe the sliding filament theory of muscle contraction
• Outline the different types of muscular contraction using sporting contexts
• Identify with examples of the main actions of muscles to include flexion, extension, abduction and adduction
• Outline the structure and functions of blood and its role in sports performance
• Describe the function of the heart
• Examine the short term and long term effects of strenuous exercise
• Identify the parts of the digestive system, including its associated organs and their functions
• Outline the composition of protein, fats and carbohydrate and outline the five stages of digestion
• Explain how the Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) system-fuels muscle contraction
• Explain the effects of lactic acid production during anaerobic exercise
| College | College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus Limerick City (formerly LCFE). |
| Course ID | 181770 |
| Course Location | Limerick City, Limerick |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 5 minor award in Sports Anatomy and Physiology 5N4648 |
| Course Duration | 10 Weeks |
| Course Time | Tues 18.45 - 21.45 |
| Course Fee | €240 |
| Course Code | HL022 |
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