Exercise in Clinical Populations MED5340
- Academic Session: 2022-23
- School: School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic
- Credits: 20
- Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
- Typically Offered: Semester 1
- Available to Visiting Students: No
- Available to Erasmus Students: No
Short Description
Students will learn about the aetiology and pathology of a number of chronic diseases and the role of physical activity in their prevention and management.
Timetable
The course will be delivered over 2-3 days of the week during teaching from semester 1
Requirements of Entry
None
Assessment
Poster 50% The submission of a poster (no defence) will be based on a chosen chronic disease with students asked to discuss pathophysiology (ILO 1) prevention and/or treatment (opposite of what they conduct presentation on) (ILO 2 or 3)
50% Clinical Presentation: 10-15 minute presentation and defence on a given topic looking at the role of physical activity in either the prevention or treatment of a given disease. (ILO 2 or 3)
Course Aims
This course aims to provide students with:
■ A critical understanding of the aetiology and pathology of a number of chronic diseases
■ Knowledge of the role of physical activity plays in their prevention of these diseases
■ Knowledge of the role physical activity plays in the treatment of these disease
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course students will be able to :
1. Critically discuss the pathophysiology of a number of chronic diseases
2. Critically evaluate the role of exercise as a prevention tool in a number of chronic diseases
3. Critically discuss and evaluate the role of exercise as a treatment for a number of clinical conditions
Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits
Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.