Academic Catalog

PES640 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY SPECIALIZATION

Course Code: 4530640
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Physical Education And Sports
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: PhD
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Offered Semester: Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Content

Exercise physiology emphasis area, which is broadly based upon life sciences: physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics, nutrition and human anatomy. The premier interest is to understand how various cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems respond to challenges posed by exercise and physical training. Exercise physiology focuses on optimal performance such as that attained by sedentary, elite and highly trained athletes.