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EXSS2026: Growth, Development and Ageing
2021 unit information
This unit of study aims to provide the student with an appreciation of certain critical phases of both ends of the lifespan. Issues around physiologic changes, motor skill development, physical performance, the role of exercise for disease prevention and treatment, and the role of nutrition, will be examined and related to stages of childhood and adolescent growth and ageing. The relationships between growth, development, gender and physical activity in its broader sense will also be explored. The biological changes and consequences of ageing on physiologic and psychological health, disease and exercise capacity will be investigated. The student will also be able to gain some understanding of exercise prescription for pregnant women, children, adolescents and older adults.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Movement Sciences
| Code | EXSS2026 |
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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. understand the effect of maternal exercise on both mother and foetus during pregnancy, and considerations for physical activity implementation in pregnancy
- LO2. describe the maturation, development and physiological changes of the individual during childhood, adolescence and older age
- LO3. understand health issues relevant to children, adolescents and older adults, and the influence of physical activity, exercise and sedentary behaviour on health
- LO4. evaluate responses to physical activity, exercise and training adaptations in youth and older age
- LO5. describe the evidence concerning habitual physical activity and sedentary behaviour on health across the lifespan, and the role of exercise in disease prevention and management
- LO6. understand the socioeconomic and environmental determinants of physical activity, exercise, and sedentary behaviour in youth and older age
- LO7. understand the importance of nutrition for healthy growth, development and ageing
- LO8. understand health issues relevant to children, adolescents and older adults, and the influence of nutrition on health.
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