HERS 380 Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science
Course Description
A series of experiments designed to achieve competency in research methods, procedures, and instruments typically used in human performance labratories. Offered each semester. Prerequisites: HHP 235, HPER 340 and Stat 110 or 210. Grade Only. Lecture and lab.
Statement of the Major Focus and Objectives of the Course
The major focuses are on understanding various exercise physiological concepts through labratory experimentation, interpretation, and application of the results. This will provide competency for techniques pertinent to a laboratory environment for the exercise science major.
Objectives
1. understand the importance of, essential information, and requirements of an informed consent.
2. demonstrate proper conduct working with patients/clients including professionalism, respect for privacy, and communications.
3. be able to take basic measurements (height & weight), environmental measures, and check calibration of basic laboratory equipment.
4. be able to correctly identify stop test indicators & determine contraindications for exercise.
5. be able to provide basic information and procedures to patients/clients prior to performing exercise tests.
6. be able to properly conduct and interpret data using anaerobic tests such as the isometric handgrip strength test and the Wingate bike test.
7. be able to properly conduct and interpret data using aerobic tests such as the Astrand bike test and VO2max test.
8. be able to properly measure and interpret data for resting and exercise blood pressures.
9. be able to properly measure heart rate using palpatory, auscultatory, and telemetry methods
10. be able to estimate body composition using BMI, girth methods, skinfold methods, and hydrostatic weighing.
11. be able to write using proper scientific notation and language.