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Core Module Information
Module title: Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription in Health and Disease
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: SES10127
Module leader: Amanda Pitkethly
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Sport Exercise and Health Science
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module will cover the role of physical activity and exercise for health and disease prevention, management, and treatment. In particular, the importance of physical activity and exercise in obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, mental health, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, cancer and old/young ages will be covered. You will examine the physiological and psychological mechanisms of action related to physical activity and inactivity/ sedentary behaviours in health and disease. You will also learn effective ways to communicate health and physical activity-related information to specific target groups such as health professionals or patients.In this module, you will also learn about exercise testing and prescription, and referral procedures to other health practitioners or organisations. There will be a particular focus on health screening, pre-exercise evaluation, risk stratification and risk management, goal setting, clinical exercise testing and prescription, scope of practice and medications. You will develop a critical understanding of national and international physical activity and health guidelines and apply this guidance to individuals with health conditions.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Apply critical understanding of the epidemiological evidence for physical activity and fitness on health and disease outcomes and the physiological and psychological benefits of physical activity for health and disease prevention.

LO2: Critically analyse and reflect on the role of sedentary behaviour and physical inactivity on health and disease and the proposed mechanisms underlying the health benefits of physical activity.

LO3: Demonstrate understanding and skills in health screening, pre-exercise evaluation, risk stratification, exercise testing and goal setting in specific populations and those with health conditions.

LO4: Apply critical knowledge of the physiology, pathophysiology, medication, evidence-based guidelines, and exercise testing results to devise tailored clinical exercise programmes with the aim of improving the condition and health of an individual.

LO5: Effectively communicate health and physical activity related information and provide recommendations on physical activity for health benefits.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mel Leggate
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Seminar 20 Our weekly seminars will be lecturer-facilitated but will allow you to explore and apply the theory introduced during the pre-recordings to consolidate your knowledge and understanding. The majority of the discussion will be student-led and happen within small groups, though the group composition will change each week. To get full benefit from the seminar and to support other students, you are expected to come prepared having engaged with the lecture material.
Face To Face Tutorial 8 Our tutorials will focus on the formative assessment tasks and will involve a peer feedback session. Together we will work through example case studies relevant to the health conditions covered in this module. This is intended to support all students in the tutorial to learn from each other fostering an assessment for learning approach.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 4 Workshops: You will participate in two workshops focused on the physical activity consultation process. During these workshops you will have the opportunity to develop your motivational interviewing skills.
Online Guided independent study 158 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to complete your essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely about the topics you are studying and engage in Moodle activities and resources. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessment tasks. You are expected to prepare for seminars, practicals and tutorials.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 10 Practicals: Our practical classes will allow you to develop your skills as a practitioner by applying your knowledge. Each session will have a different focus where you will learn key techniques and equipment key to a physical activity practitioner. You will receive feedback throughout the practicals concerning professionalism, conducting tests and interpretation of data.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Presentation 40 3~4~5 Week 10 HOURS= 15 minutes For this assessment, you will present a case study based on a person known to you. Your presentation will cover the main characteristics of the client, the procedures followed to assess the client and a justification of the exercise programme you have prescribed. Particular emphasis should be given to any evidence-based decisions made during the physical activity consultation process and any innovative techniques used to ensure client adherence to their exercise programme.
Class Test 60 1~2~4 Week 13 HOURS= 2500 words This assessment will require you to apply your knowledge of exercise prescription concerning health conditions covered in this module. You will be presented with 6 scenarios. You will select 3 of these scenarios and answer questions related to them. After the questions are released (via Moodle) you will have 72 hours to submit your answers. The questions will assess your ability to understand, explain and critically evaluate particular themes, concepts, mechanisms and behaviours in the field of Physical Activity, Exercise and Health.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

 

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