Sports Anatomy and Physiology QQI Level 5

This programme module aims to equip the learner with knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and how it is relevant to participation in sports and exercise.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

• Differentiate between cells, tissues, organs and systems
• Classify tissues into the four main groups
• Identify the major types of connective tissue
• Outline the composition of bone
• Identify the major categories and functions of joints
• Identify a range of postural defects and how they impact on sports performance and injury
• Identify the three types of muscle in the body with examples of each
• Identify the main skeletal muscles of the body
• Show the interconnections between the skeletal and muscular systems in body movement
• Describe the sliding filament theory of muscle contraction
• Outline the different types of muscular contraction using sporting contexts
• Identify with examples of the main actions of muscles to include flexion, extension, abduction and adduction
• Outline the structure and functions of blood and its role in sports performance
• Describe the function of the heart
• Examine the short term and long term effects of strenuous exercise
• Identify the parts of the digestive system, including its associated organs and their functions
• Outline the composition of protein, fats and carbohydrate and outline the five stages of digestion
• Explain how the Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) system-fuels muscle contraction
• Explain the effects of lactic acid production during anaerobic exercise