Human movement and functioning

Structure Type: Course
Code: KG10AP09
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 10.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Kiili, Riitta
Teacher Team: Haapala, Pia ; Mäntykivi, Pirkko ; Hautamäki, Minna ; Svahn, Tarja
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Students will:
- know the structure of the human body
- understand the function and regulation of the respiratory and circulatory systems
- understand the function of the nervous system and muscle control and be introduced to movement mechanics
- understand the role of the nervous system in human functioning
- know what factors contribute to physical fitness and understand how they are influenced by stress physiology
- know how to measure cardiorespiratory fitness and interpret the results
- know what human life spans involve
- be aware of central psychological processes and of their role in behaviour and learn to observe how emotions affect the body
- understand how the environment and social interaction affect functional capacity and wellbeing

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Human development and life span
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Impact of stress on the components of physical fitness and bodily systems
- Instruments for assessing aerobic endurance
- Sensory functions
- Structure and function of the central nervous system
- Classification and regulation of movements
- Neuromuscular system and its functions
- Arousal, emotions, motivation, personality, and mental self-regulation
- Body image, feelings and bodily functions
- Factors promoting human functions, health and well-being

Recommended or Required Reading

Students will receive a reading list.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Tutorials
- Lectures
- Exercises
- Seminars
- Online learning

Assessment Criteria

Grading will be announced during the course.

Assessment Methods

- Written exams (home exam)
- Seminar assignment
- Reports

Further Information

Courses: Anatomy and physiology 3 cr, Psychology 1 cr, Biomechanics 2 cr, Stress physiology 2 cr, Examination of Patients'/Clients 2 cr

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