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EXSS1039: Introduction to Body Composition Methods
2022 unit information
Measurement or estimation of body composition is frequently undertaken in clinical practice, research studies and sports performance settings. An in depth understanding of the scientific rationale of body composition methodologies and their applications would assist exercise scientists and exercise physiologists to more capably support their clients. This unit would cover laboratory (e. g. air displacement plethysmography, dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry) and field methods (e. g. bioelectrical impedance analysis/spectroscopy and anthropometry) of body composition, body composition across the lifespan/gender differences/ethnicity differences, and body composition in health and disease. Anthropometry is the measurement of body dimensions, proportions and composition, and has particular application in health professions such as dietetics and sports science and will be a focus of this unit of study. Along with technical skills, students will also learn about uses and Interpretation of body composition data.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Movement Sciences
| Code | EXSS1039 |
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| Academic unit | Movement Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Explain the scientific rationale and assumptions, accuracy, and purpose of using anthropometry as a method of measuring body dimensions, proportions and composition.
- LO2. Explain the scientific rationale and assumptions, accuracy, and strengths and limitations of other commonly used methods for measuring and analysing body composition.
- LO3. Understand and explain the professional applications of anthropometry and other body composition measurement techniques in healthy (across the lifespan), athlete and clinical populations.
- LO4. Develop practical skills in anthropometric and body composition assessment.
- LO5. Understand how to record, analyse and interpret information from body composition assessments and convey the results, including the accuracy and limitations of the assessments, through relevant verbal and/or written communication with the client or involved professional.
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