Knowledge

The student...

has broad knowledge about physiological processes at rest, during different forms of physical and psychological strains and loads and how the organ systems functions as an unit
can explain different factor that impact on physical training
has broad knowledge about the physiological development in a lifelong perspective
can explain different principles of physical training and training methods and how different types of tissue responds and adapts to physical loads and strains
has broad knowledge about planning of physical training
can explain factors related to physical training of children, youth and older age

Skills

The student...

can apply knowledge based practice in relation to planning, organizing, execution, evaluation and adjustment of a physical training period, physical activity or during a workout with the aim to improve the desired quality
can instruct and supervise physical training adaptive to the person that performs the training and has developed skills to act as a role model in this setting
can perform basic analysis of movement and adjust aspects that can optimize training and reduce risk of injuries and overuse
can test different physical capacities through various methods under simple conditions and in a physiological testlaboratorium

General competence

The student...

has insight into how and why knowledge of physiology and physical training is relevant in a physiotherapy setting and can implement this knowledge into practice
can supervise physical activity and physical training and reflect upon own role as a coach/supervisor in a physiotherapy setting
show appropriate attitude in contact with people with different prerequisites, ambitions and needs

Subject description FTR1100

Physiology and Physical Training