2017/18 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

SPSC1222 Neuroscience for Exercise Science

10 creditsClass Size: 100

Module manager: Dr Matthew Lancaster
Email: m.k.lancaster@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2017/18

Pre-requisites

SPSC1220

Foundations of Physiology

This module is mutually exclusive with

BMSC1210

Biology of the Mind

Module replaces

None Although it serves to provide an alternative to BMSC 1210 specifically engineered to meet the requirements of students registered on sports science programmes.

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Objectives

To understand the basic workings of the nervous system starting with peripheral nerve function and moving to the organisation of the central nervous system.
To understand how simple reflexes and more complex motor behaviours occur and are controlled at the neurological level.

Learning outcomes
On completion of the module students should be able to;
- Explain how a nerve operates;
- Define and recognise the key anatomical features and physiological distinctions of the peripheral and central nervous system;
- Describe the function of different sensory afferents and how they in turn can inform, trigger and modulate efferent activity;
- Describe simple motor reflexes and the initiation of more complex movements.

Skills outcomes
To be able to synthesise information combining simple elements to complex outcomes requiring analytical skills, creative and critical thinking, independent study and organisation. Application of knowledge to answer questions.

Syllabus

- Basic structure of nerves.
- Electrical activation and conduction.
- Neurotransmission.
- Structure of the nervous system.
- Sensory receptors.
- Motor systems and locomotion.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Lecture	16	1.00	16.00
Tutorial	2	2.00	2.00
Independent online learning hours			12.00
Private study hours			70.00
Total Contact hours			18.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			100.00

Private study

The private study includes time for revision and review of lectures. Additionally there will be 5 worksheets issued during the module with associated online formative quizzes and exercises for the students to complete.

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Student progress will be monitored by formative completion of regular online MCQs and associated worksheets.

Methods of assessment

Exams

Exam type	Exam duration	% of formal assessment
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc)	2 hr 00 mins	100.00
Total percentage (Assessment Exams)		100.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 09/03/2017

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