NNEK15005U Physiological Adaptations to Strength Training

Volume 2018/2019
Education

MSc in Human Physiology
MSc in Human Nutrition

Content

The focus of the course is on the physiological and morphological adaptations accompanying strength training. Main focus is on changes in muscle and tendon morphology, on cellular adaptations and the underlying molecular mechanisms. Possible stimulatory and inhibitory ergogenic aids and concurrent training will be discussed. Another primary focus is on neural adaptations and the underlying mechanisms. The course is based on original research literature and practical laboratory experiments.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

Students will gain knowledge of adaptations occurring at the neural, muscular and tendon level as a result of various forms of strength training. Emphasis is placed on the physiological significance and underlying molecular mechanisms.
Students will gain knowledge of the relationship between adaptations, function, specificity and performance.
Students will acquire a basic knowledge of various experimental models commonly used to study neuromuscular function.

Skills

Student will develop skills in analyzing and presenting scientific papers and problems with the aim of evaluating physiological relevance, study design, results, conclusions and perspectives.

Competencies

The student will achieve competence in critically analyzing scientific papers and experiments, synthesizing knowledge and discussing the content of the articles relative to the background (peer-reviewed) scientific literature.

Literature

Scientific original and review articles. Uploaded before the course begins at Absalon.

Qualifications in neuro- and muscle physiology.
Lectures and student presentations. Laboratory exercises.
  • Category
  • Hours
  • Exam
  • 34
  • Exercises
  • 10
  • Lectures
  • 42
  • Preparation
  • 120
  • Total
  • 206
Credit
7,5 ECTS
Type of assessment
Written assignment, 3 days
The 3 days (72h) written exam assignment is formulated centrally by the course coordinator. The assignment can maximally consist of 15 pages (2400 characters per page incl. space). The 15 pages does not include list of content and list of references. Content exceeding 15 pages will not be included in the assessment.
Aid
All aids allowed
Marking scale
7-point grading scale
Censorship form
External censorship
Re-exam

Same as ordinary exam.

Criteria for exam assesment

See learning outcome