Unit Overview
- Description
Physical inactivity has been recognised as a global public health problem. This unit discusses the importance of physical activity on personal health and wellbeing in modern societies. The unit also examines how each component of physical fitness can be developed in a safe and effective manner. Students are also introduced to various exercise modalities and training methods used to develop physical fitness in a safe and effective manner. Students have the opportunity to ‘put theories into practice' through two practical classes each week. The exercise modalities explored at these practical classes are resistance training and running.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable)
(see Summer Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) On-campus Semester 2 UWA (Perth) On-campus Summer teaching period UWA (Perth) On-campus -
The timetable for this teaching period is not currently available. Please see the Important Dates page for the timetable release date and other key date information.
- Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 1 core unit in the Exercise and Health; Sport Science; Sport Science, Exercise and Health; Medical Science - Exercise as Medicine major sequences
- Level 1 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) explain the concepts of health, wellness, and physical fitness, including key dimensions of wellness, components of fitness, and the role of regular physical activity in modern society; (2) describe national and international physical activity guidelines; (3) describe how the musculoskeletal system and the cardiovascular system respond to exercise; (4) discuss different methodologies used to develop and maintain different health related physical fitness components; (5) apply basic nutrition knowledge to support exercise and overall health; (6) describe physiological and psychological responses to stress and apply a range of stress?management strategies to support overall health and well?being.; and (7) demonstrate safe and effective execution of a range of resistance?training exercises and apply appropriate coaching cues to support skill development and proper technique.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) progress assurance tests (PAT); (2) practical assessment; and (3) written theory examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Nat Benjanuvatra (Semesters 1 and 2) and Professor Peter Peeling (Summer school)
- Contact hours
- lectures: 2 hours per week
practical one: 1 hour per week
practical two: 1.5 hours per week
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.