AUPED 314 - Exercise Physiology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-2)

Study of the physiological response of the human body to acute exercise and to chronic exercise (training). Prerequisite: AUPED 215.

AUPED 317 - Exercise in Special Populations

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course will examine the use of physical activity in the treatment and/or prevention of chronic health conditions. There will be a particular focus on ageing, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease in class, with an opportunity to explore the therapeutic use of exercise in other chronic conditions independently. Prerequisites: AUPED 216, AUPED 314 or consent of the instructor.

AUPED 343 - Training Methodologies and Athletic Performance

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Study of current training and conditioning methodologies used to prepare athletes. The course emphasizes physiological adaptation, specificity, and factors that influence the training process. Prerequisite: AUPED 314. Note: Open only to a student with a major or minor in Physical Education.