| Course Title | Code | Semester | L+U Hour | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | BESÖ533 | 3 + 0 | 3.0 | 7.0 |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Course Level | Graduate |
| Course Type | |
| Mode of delivery | Face to face |
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| Goals | "Physical Fitness and Exercise Prescription Plans" course aims to provide master and doctoral students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in assessing the physical fitness levels of individuals and preparing exercise prescriptions according to these values. The course aims to improve students' ability to plan exercise programmes for different age groups and health conditions and to analyse the effects of these programmes. It also provides a scientific understanding of the physiological basis of exercise and its effects on health. |
| Course Content | This course focuses on the components of physical fitness and their measurement methods by addressing the concept of physical fitness in detail. In the first weeks, basic information about the definition of physical fitness, its relationship with health and evaluation methods are given. Then, the effects of exercise on energy systems, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems are covered. |
| Learning Outcomes |
- Understands the components of physical fitness and its importance on health in detail. - Explains the physiological basis of exercise and its effects on different body systems scientifically. - Gains the competence to prepare individualised exercise programmes for different age groups and health conditions. - Plans and applies exercise prescriptions for special groups such as children, the elderly and individuals with chronic diseases. - Understand the effects of exercise on the general health and quality of life of individuals and develop an awareness that can promote lifelong physical activity. |
| Week | Topics | Learning Methods |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Week | Introduction and Overview of Physical Fitness | |
| 2. Week | Components of Physical Fitness | |
| 3. Week | Assessment of Physical Fitness | |
| 4. Week | Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology | |
| 5. Week | Exercise and Musculoskeletal System | |
| 6. Week | Principles of Exercise Prescription | |
| 7. Week | Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise Planning | |
| 8. Week | Mid-term exam | |
| 9. Week | Exercise Planning for Special Populations | |
| 10. Week | Strength and Flexibility Exercises | |
| 11. Week | Balance and Functional Exercises | |
| 12. Week | Monitoring and Evaluation of Exercise Programmes | |
| 13. Week | Current Research and Literature Review | |
| 14. Week | Project Presentations and General Evaluation |
| "Fiziksel Aktivite Rehberi" – Dünya Sağlık Örgütü (WHO) |
| "Egzersiz ve Fiziksel Uygunluk Kılavuzu" – Türkiye Sağlık Bakanlığı |
| "ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" – American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) |
| Program Requirements | Contribution Level | DK1 | DK2 | DK3 | DK4 | DK5 | Measurement Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PY1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 40,60 |
| PY3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 40,60 |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course's Level of contribution | None | Very Low | Low | Fair | High | Very High |
| Method of assessment/evaluation | Written exam | Oral Exams | Assignment/Project | Laboratory work | Presentation/Seminar |
| Event | Quantity | Duration (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Homework 1 | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Homework 2 | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Classroom Activities | 15 | 8.1 | 121.5 |
| Total Workload | 178.5 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 7.0 | ||
