Module Details

Module Code: n/a
Full Title: Metabolism and Physical Activity
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Language of Instruction: 
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Fiona Hackett
Departments: Life and Health Sciences
Module Description: The aim of this module is to explore the metabolic events that occur during an acute bout of exercise and in response to exercise training. Fuel utilisation during different durations, modes and intensities of exercise will be examined and students will learn how energy expenditure is assessed in both laboratory and field based settings.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Define the terms physical activity and exercise and demonstrate an understanding of the different types of exercise and exercise training.
MLO2 Discuss the contribution of exercise to energy balance.
MLO3 Examine and measure energy expenditure and fuel utilisation during acute bouts of exercise of differing modes and intensities.
MLO4 Examine the metabolic changes and adaptations that occur in response to exercise training.
MLO5 Describe and review the mechanisms of fatigue during exercise.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Introduction to Physical Activity
Terms/definitions relating to physical activity, exercise, metabolism. FITT Principle. Principles of training. Modes of exercise. Physical activity and movement guidelines and recommendations in Ireland and Internationally.
Energy Balance
Definitions relating to metabolism and energy balance. Metabolic rate and factors that effect it. The role of exercise in regulating energy balance.
Energy Expenditure during Exercise
Immediate energy sources (ATP-ADP Cycle, Phosphocreatine). Carbohydrate metabolism during exercise. Lipid metabolism during exercise. Protein metabolism during exercise. Fuel availability and uses during exercise. Mechanisms of fatigue during exercise.
Integration of the Energy Systems during Exercise
Contribution of each energy system during different durations, modes and intensities of exercise. Effect of training status on fuel utilisation.
Measuring Energy Expenditure
Laboratory based assessments of energy expenditure during exercise (Indirect calorimetry, Lactate threshold, FatMAX). Field based assessments of energy expenditure during exercise (accelerometers, smart watches). The effect of mode and intensity of exercise on metabolic rate and fuel utilisation. Post-exercise energy expenditure.
Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise Training
Metabolic adaptations to resistance training. Metabolic adaptations to endurance training. Understanding how physical inactivity effects metabolism.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work100.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 1,2
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be required to complete an online Moodle Quiz, mid-way through the semester.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 70
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be provided with a case study to review and required to answer a number of questions relating to metabolism and energy expenditure.
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
No repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will be offered solely on the basis of coursework and a repeat examination will not be offered.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Weekly classes to include lectures, tutorials and group discussions. Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact Practical classes focused on the measurement and assessment of energy expenditure. Every Second Week 1.00 2
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 6.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part-time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Vassilis Mougios. (2019), Exercise Biochemistry, 2nd. Human Kinetics Publishers, p.498, [ISBN: 9781492529040].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Jeukendrup, Asker,Gleeson, Michael. (2018), Sport Nutrition-3rd Edition, 3rd. Human Kinetics, p.616, [ISBN: 9781492529033].
  • W. Larry Kenney,Jack H. Wilmore,David L. Costill. (2021), Physiology of Sport and Exercise, 8th. Human Kinetics, p.676, [ISBN: 9781718201729].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources