Units: Health Sciences

HEALTH SCIENCES UNITS
Health & Physical Education (Primary & Secondary)
Exercise & Sport Science
Preventive Health
Outdoor Recreation

BMS100 Human Structure and Function
Prerequisites: Nil
This unit will examine the structural organisation of cells and tissues and the functioning of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory and respiratory systems in the support of life and movement. Students will also identify anatomical and physiological characteristics and features within each system that are important in understanding the control and support of movement and physical activity.

BMS325 – Infectious Disease
Prerequisites: BMS230 (Microbiology) and BMS310 (Immunology)
The Infectious Disease Unit builds directly upon the knowledge taught in Microbiology and Immunology. The unit investigates the major pathogens such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, pneumococcus, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, viral pathogens causing Influenza, HIV and malarial parasites. There is an emphasis on host pathogen interactions such as pathogenicity, host immune responses, pathology and vaccination. The unit delivery focuses on the development of practical skills in tissue culture; cell based assays and other advanced biochemical and molecular techniques.

CO115 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences
Prerequisites: Nil
Information literacy is the capacity to know when you need information, what sort you need, where to find it, and how to evaluate and organise it. This unit is designed to provide the concepts and skills needed to obtain and use information effectively. The emphasis is on the location and use of information sources covered in the field of Health Sciences, but the strategies learned can be used in any subject area. Major information sources covered include the library, electronic databases and the Internet. The unit will provide knowledge and skills to complete the tasks required for academic writing and research.

COH499 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics and Ethics in Health Science
Prerequisites: Nil
This unit develops more advanced knowledge of research processes in health science with specific orientation into the research domain the student will be researching. Students will be introduced to more advanced research designs and statistical procedures related to these designs. An understanding of statistical power and effect size will enable estimation of sample size for research projects. Students will be expected to achieve a working knowledge of the common statistical procedures using SPSS. An understanding of the NHMRC guidelines for the conduct of human research will be a key to developing a Human Ethics proposal for their intended research project. Students will work closely with their academic supervisor in the development of the research topic.

COH599 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics and Ethics in Health Science
Prerequisites: Nil
This unit develops more advanced knowledge of research processes in health science with specific orientation into the research domain the student will be researching. Students will be introduced to more advanced research designs and statistical procedures related to these designs. An understanding of statistical power and effect size will enable estimation of sample size for research projects. Students will be expected to achieve a working knowledge of the common statistical procedures using SPSS. An understanding of the NHMRC guidelines for the conduct of human research will be a key to developing a Human Ethics proposal for their intended research project. Students will work closely with their academic supervisor in the development of the research topic.

COH699 Advanced Research Methods, Statistics and Ethics in Health Science
Prerequisites: Nil
This unit develops more advanced knowledge of research processes in health science with specific orientation into the research domain the student will be researching. Students will be introduced to more advanced research designs and statistical procedures related to these designs. An understanding of statistical power and effect size will enable estimation of sample size for research projects. Students will be expected to achieve a working knowledge of the common statistical procedures using SPSS. An understanding of the NHMRC guidelines for the conduct of human research will be a key to developing a Human Ethics proposal for their intended research project. Students will work closely with their academic supervisor in the development of the research topic.

HB101 Applications of Functional Anatomy to Physical Education
Prerequisites: BMS100
This unit will examine the structural characteristics of the human body as they relate to performance and physical activity. Specifically the unit will examine joint and muscle architecture, body shape, size, proportionality and composition as well as flexibility, muscular strength and power, and how these variables influence human performance. Students will develop skills that will permit the accurate measurement and assessment of physical capacity and understand how these relate to the identification of strategies designed to improve physical performance. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to develop assessment skills and identify appropriate strategies designed to optimise human performance.

HPE100 Physical Activity and Health
Prerequisites: Nil
The issues of the relationship between physical activity and health across the lifespan, and the implications for health promotion strategies targeted at both individuals and whole of community are discussed. The course focuses on Australian health statistics, community health promotion campaigns, and inter-governmental agency collaboration in providing opportunities to be physically active.

HPE110 Exercise Physiology
Prerequisites: BMS100
A fundamental area of study for teachers of health and physical education and other exercise professionals, is the understanding of how the body adapts physiologically to the effects of physical activity. This knowledge is essential to assess current fitness levels and to plan appropriate interventions that promote fitness.

This unit will examine the body's energy sources, their provision and the increased requirements during physical activity. It will also focus on the responses of the cardiorespiratory system to an individual bout of exercise (acute responses) and the adaptations the body makes when challenged with repeated bouts of exercise (training or chronic responses). It will outline and define the components of physical fitness together with the means by which these components can be measured and improved.

HPE142 Human Growth and Development
Prerequisites: Nil
This unit will develop the knowledge and understanding of how age, gender and developmental stages may each influence the individual’s exercise capacity and motivation to participate in regular physical activity, and how physical activity in turn may influence growth and development. Resistance and endurance training principles for children, adolescents and the older adult will be covered. The unit will investigate changes that occur across the lifespan.

HPE162 Health Issues and Preventive Approaches
Prerequisites: HPE100 or CO115
This unit explores public health as the study of health promotion and the prevention of diseases and injury in whole populations and communities. The achievements of public health both globally and in Australia, along with current and future challenges to public health will be examined including obesity, mental health, tobacco use, alcohol and other drug use and road traffic accidents. This unit also explores the Social View of Health, the interaction of its multiple determinants enabling students to understand that the changing nature of these interactions can have a significant affect on the health of individuals and communities. The Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion will be introduced as an example of best practice in the field. The focus will be on environmental approaches to health promotion with an emphasis on the role healthy public policy plays in promoting and protecting health for all.

HPE191 Introduction to Professional Practice in Outdoor Recreation
Pre-requisite: Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students only
This unit will provide fundamental concepts of professional practice required in Outdoor Recreation/Education. Students will develop an understanding of the evolution of the history and investigate philosophy, ethics and the competencies required of individuals in this field. Providers in both public and private sectors will be examined. Students will consider the role that Outdoor Recreation/Education is now making for the good of society and hypothesize future developments.

HPE192 Introduction to Teaching & Learning in an Experiential Context
Prerequisites: BHPE, BOR & Education Students only
Experiential education is essential for learning in the outdoors. Experiential learning occurs when carefully chosen experiences are supported by reflection, critical analysis and synthesis. Students will investigate philosophies, develop experiential lessons and investigate the essential skills of facilitation and debriefing.

HPE193 Basic Expedition Skills
Prerequisites: BOR Students only
Participation in an expedition requires a knowledge and understanding of the planning requirements and the ability to perform a set of generic skills. This unit will introduce students to basic theoretical and practical skills required and will empower students with the ability to successfully plan a safe and effective expedition. Topics to be investigated will include: general expedition planning and preparation, selection of equipment, navigation, minimizing negative environmental impact, camp craft skills, leadership, facilitation techniques, risk analysis, emergency procedures and reflective practice.

HPE200 Motor Control Development and Learning
Prerequisites: PS100 or equivalent
This unit will introduce students to various developmental and learning theories and their application to motor skill acquisition across the lifespan. The dynamic systems approach, which considers person, task and environmental constraints, will be presented as a practical framework for motor skills instruction. Through lectures and laboratory activities students will learn how the framework guides the teacher of motor skills to evaluate developmental constraints (person factors), to analyse the nature of skill to be learned (task factors), to manipulate practice variables (learning environment factors) to enhance skill development.

HPE210 Psychosocial Aspects of Sport & Physical Activity
Pre-requisites: CO115 Academic Research and Writing in Health Sciences and PS100 Developmental Psychology or HPE100 Physical Activity and Health.
This unit will develop an understanding of ways psychological variables such as motivation, self-efficacy, perceived competence, body image and anxiety can affect individual’s participation in, and enjoyment of physical activity. The impact of societal structures and the social significance of sport and physical activity will be examined from different theoretical perspectives.

HPE220 Physiology of Training and Environmental Extremes
Prerequisites: HPE110 or equivalent
This unit will develop an understanding of training responses and the principles of physical conditioning and the development of fitness through regular exercise. Knowledge of the training stimulus and responses related to gender and age differences will also be developed. A detailed understanding of thermoregulation and the consequences of exercise and training in environmental extremes will also be developed. Considerations and principles in developing a training calendar for athletes and coaches will be addressed. Students will also develop knowledge and understanding of the value and principles of athlete assessment in processes of performance enhancement.

HPE241 Principles of Strength & Conditioning
Prerequisites: HB101
Students will develop a detailed knowledge of human musculoskeletal anatomy as it relates to functional capability and economy of movement. Students will also know and understand the fundamentals of strength training, lifting techniques, and training responses and the principles of programme design for the effective application of weight training for developing strength and endurance in gymnasium and sports contexts.

HPE251 Health and Disease Risk Factors
Prerequisites: HPE100
This unit considers the recently announced National Health Priorities of the Federal Government in relation to the interactions between physical inactivity, health status and disease risk factors. The unit reviews in greater depth than the introductory HPE100 unit common chronic diseases and disabilities such as obesity, insulin intolerance, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, osteoporosis and coronary artery disease and the implications for physical activity involvement by people with these conditions. Students will be equipped with knowledge to determine appropriate modifications to exercise interventions and the precautions to apply when assisting people with chronic conditions to adopt safe and appropriate exercise habits in maintaining health and wellness.

HPE252 Health and Fitness Appraisal and Counselling
Prerequisites: HPE110
This unit will develop the knowledge and ability to perform health risk screening and appraisal techniques specific to exercise programmes for wellness and submaximal and maximal fitness testing and athlete profiling. Students will also develop effective communication and counselling skills in the presentation of key health screening initiatives and the promotion of wellness within the community.

HPE262 Population Approaches to Health Promotion
Prerequisites: HPE162
This unit will compliment HPE162 which explores the role of healthy public policy in changing health behaviours by examining how health related behaviours can be influenced through the application of behaviour change theory. Students will explore the use of individual, mass media and small group methods as tools for health promotion. The unit will place emphasis on the emerging philosophy of providing supportive environments, through which individual and population health can be optimized. Students will study and apply methods to plan, implement, manage and evaluate mass population health promotion programs.

HPE292 Expeditions on Land
Pre-requisites: HPE3205 Outdoor Education Teaching Methods (Bachelor of Health and Physical Education students only) and HPE193 Basic Expedition Skills (Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students only
Students will develop the theoretical understanding and practical skills associated with bushwalking and mountain biking. This unit will require the application of basic expedition skills and empower students with the ability to successfully plan a safe and effective expedition.

HPE293 Expeditions on Water
Pre-requisites: HPE3205 Outdoor Education Teaching Methods (Bachelor of Health and Physical Education students only) and HPE193 Basic Expedition Skills (Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students only)
Students will develop the theoretical understanding and practical skills associated with white water kayaking, Canadian canoeing and sea kayaking. This unit will require the application of basic expedition skills and empower students with the ability to successfully plan a safe and effective expedition.

HPE294 Introduction to Roping and Challenge Ropes
Prerequisites: BOR students only
This unit will develop basic roping knowledge and skills required forartificial and natural surfaces. Roping knowledge will include an understanding of equipment associated with climbing and abseiling. Skills will include: knot tying, rope coiling, anchor construction, belay construction and operation, high and low ropes course construction and operation, climbing and abseiling technique and basic rescue techniques.

HPE300 Health Education Method 1
Prerequisites: HPE1202 (Health Component). BHPE Students only
This unit will explore issues that significantly impact on the social, physical and emotional health of school aged youth in Western Australia. The unit will place emphasis on the methodology involved in the delivery of health education as well as developing a sound knowledge base about current health issues. Students will address broad mental health issues such as self esteem, resilience and bullying; drug education, especially tobacco, alcohol and analgesic use; and nutrition. Students will be provided with the opportunity to explore and familiarise themselves with evidence based health programs, and resources that are available in Western Australia and that significantly influence the nature health education teaching in schools. They will also participate in the interactive modeling of classroom-based activities and conduct peer teaching.

HPE310 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity
Prerequisites: BMS100, HPE110
This unit will examine the function, sources and absorption of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, major minerals, water and electrolytes, and the role these play in balanced nutrition. Additionally, this unit will investigate dietary requirements through the life cycle, the requirements of athletes and those engaged in regular physical activity, the influence dietary habits may have on the onset of diseased conditions and other contemporary issues in nutrition. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to research and present a topic of their choice related to nutrition, wellness and physical performance. These topical presentations will provide a valuable resource, enhancing teaching and instruction in schools and in the community.

HPE321 Exercise Physiology for Special Populations
Prerequisites: HPE110
This unit will develop the knowledge and understanding of injury rehabilitation processes, key aspects of exercise rehabilitation related to health issues for women, the pathophysiology of cardiorespiratory disease conditions that influence health and well-being and exercise participation. Students will also develop an extensive understanding of risk factors associated with the onset of cardiorespiratory disease conditions and will develop effective screening, communication and counselling skills strategies for at risk populations. Students will also be able to develop and implement exercise interventions designed to ameliorate a number of cardiorespiratory illnesses. Furthermore, students will develop an understanding of the influence that exercise can have on cancer and immunological diseases and the role that exercise can play in rehabilitation from these disorders. Students will also examine and develop an understanding of the pathophysiological conditions of osteoarthritis of the lower limb, upper limb and trunk injuries and lower back pain. Students will further develop an understanding of pre-and-post surgical interventions and be able to develop suitable exercise intervention strategies for patients with osteoarthritic conditions.

HPE330 Adapted and Inclusive Practice for Physical Education
HPE100 Physical Activity and Health (Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students only), ED2623 Health and Physical Education (Education students only), HPE1201 Physical Performance Lab 1(Bachelor of Health and Physical Education students only) and HPE1202 Physical Performance Lab 2 (Bachelor of Health and Physical Education students only)
In this unit students will identify and develop learning, teaching and assessment skills to support the various needs of people with sensory, physical and intellectual disabilities during physical activity sessions in educational settings. The students will participate in practical activities that require them to plan, modify or adapt physically active learning experiences, as well as develop a deep understanding of the aetiology of, and specific limitations related to different disabilities. This unit is available to Bachelor Health and Physical Education students and Bachelor of Education students completing a minor in Health and Physical Education.

HPE340 Exercise Biomechanics
Prerequisites: HB101
This unit will examine the kinematic and kinetic variables that impact on movement during physical activity and sport. Additionally, the unit will examine the forces acting on and applied by the body that may determine movement outcomes and identify factors and teaching implications that promote efficiency of movement. Tutorial activities will provide students with the opportunity to relate components to applied situations that will assist in the development of teaching strategies and appropriate skills practices.

HPE341 Advanced Biomechanics
Prerequisites: HPE340
This unit will develop the biomechanical skills of students in the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science course beyond what they learn in the introductory biomechanics unit. In particular their ability to quantify human movement and interpret their findings as they relate to improving sports performance and injury prevention will be advanced. There will also be an emphasis on mechanical analysis of human movement requiring students to develop their numerical skills.

HPE360 Sports Event Management for Teachers
Pre-requisite: ED2894 School Experience 1: Health and Physical Education (5wks) or equivalent
This unit will provide students with both practical and theoretical exposure to the planning, promotion and administration of a wide variety of sporting events in both primary and secondary school settings. Events covered range from traditional sports carnival, whole school field days, inter-school competitions to interstate events. This unit is available to Bachelor Health and Physical Education students and Bachelor of Education students completing a minor in Health and Physical Education.

HPE361 Community Approaches to Health Promotion
Prerequisites: HPE162
Environmental and mass media approaches to Health Promotion, explored in HPE 162 and HPE262 are often used as a base to set and support community based health promotion. The primary purpose of community approaches to health promotion is to empower individuals and communities to gain control over the determinants of their own health. This unit will explore different community based methods of achieving this, with specific reference to the aged, youth, disabled and ‘at risk’ groups’. Specific community based health promotion projects such as ‘Safe Seniors’, ‘Gone Fishing’ and ‘Just Walk It’ will be drawn upon as exemplars. Skills, tools and competencies required for working in community based health promotion will also be explored.

HPE362 Health Sciences Research
Prerequisites: HPE162
This unit will explore different quantitative and qualitative research methods and how to develop appropriate research designs for specific purposes. A range of health science research projects will be drawn upon as exemplars. Skills, tools and competencies required for developing, presenting and writing a research proposal will be examined.

HPE370 The Australian Sports System
Prerequisites: Nil
This unit explores the historical, social and political aspects of the current organisational structure of sport fitness and recreation in Australia in both the non-Government and Government Sectors. Emphasis will be on understanding the key relationships within and between sectors; sport and recreation planning processes in local government; funding and sponsorship; the relationship with other stakeholders such as the media; impact of professional sport on grassroots sport; and sports policy challenges.

HPE380 Physical Education Teaching Methods
Prerequisites: ED2894, HPE2203, HPE2204
This unit consolidates Physical Education teaching methods appropriate in secondary education and is compulsory for students studying the Bachelor of Health and Physical Education. Students will explore the spectrum of teaching styles that could be used in physical education, develop an appreciation of their effectiveness in varying settings, model these styles and demonstrate teaching strategies suitable for both the gymnasium and outdoor settings and with different pupils. Students will demonstrate their capacity to select and implement appropriate teaching methods for a variety of sports and physical activity through peer teaching, role play and critical self evaluation. Attendance at both lectures and teaching workshops is compulsory.

HPE394 Expedition Planning and Implementation
Prerequisites: BOR students only
This unit requires students to synthesis the knowledge and skills in outdoor leadership to fully design and manage an expedition. The expedition will be for a minimum duration of five days and four nights. Students are required to demonstrate the effective integration of environmental knowledge, Outdoor leadership, the principles of planning to set suitable expedition goals, design, implementation and evaluation of an effective program will be explored in detail. Students will develop a detailed expedition proposal including all organizational, administrative and risk management protocols; maintain a comprehensive log book of the expedition, complete a reflective diary and conduct a presentation on their expedition. The unit will assist in the development of the graduate attributes of communication, critical and reflective thinking, technical competence, ethical responsibility and team work.

HPE400 Health Education 2
Prerequisites: HPE300
This unit will emphasise the role that health education in schools has in responding to adolescent health issues and promoting health by exploring best practice classroom based and whole of school approaches. Although this unit will promote social and emotional well being, students will address mental health issues such as loss and grief; depression, eating disorders and other mental illnesses; drug education, specifically illicit drug education; healthy relationship education; and road safety. Students will explore and familiarise themselves with evidence-based resources available in Western Australian schools that address these issues. They will also participate in the interactive modeling of classroom-based activities and conduct peer teaching.

HPE490 Reading & Conference
Prerequisites: Nil
Research is a fundamental part of any health sciences project. This unit examines how to identify gaps in knowledge which may lead to the development of research projects. It explores different quantitative and qualitative research methods and how to develop research projects for specific purposes. A range of health related research projects will be drawn upon as exemplars as students prepare and present their research proposal. This unit is available for undergraduate Health Sciences students enrolled into an Honours program.

HPE501 Professional Practice in Outdoor Education
Prerequisites: UG Degree in HPE, Education, Outdoor Recreation, Exercise Science or similar
This unit will provide fundamental concepts of professional practice required in Outdoor Recreation/Education. Students will develop an understanding of the evolution of the history and investigate philosophy, ethics and competencies required of individuals in this field. Providers in both public and private sectors will be examined. Students will consider the role that Outdoor Recreation/Education is now making for the good of society and hypothesize future developments.

HPE502 Introduction to Teaching and Learning in an Experiential Context
Prerequisites: UG Degree in HPE, Education, Outdoor Recreation, Exercise Science or similar
Experiential education is essential for learning in the outdoors. Experiential learning occurs when carefully chosen experiences are supported by reflection, critical analysis and synthesis. Students will investigate philosophies, develop experiential lessons and investigate the essential skills of facilitation and debriefing.

HPE505 Practical Competency Course
Prerequisites: UG Degree in HPE, Education, Outdoor Recreation, Exercise Science or similar
The role of an outdoor educator as one who facilitates learning safely through direct experience in the outdoors leaves no room for those who lack personal competence in appropriate outdoor activities. Whilst environmental awareness and personal and social development are acknowledged as a central purpose of outdoor education, there is no doubt that much of the impact of outdoor education is due to engagement with practical outdoor activities. Professional competence and sound judgment can only be achieved through experience in the field. Students will be required to develop outdoor industry level competency and subsequent NOLRS registration in an appropriate and approved outdoor activity. Students will work towards achieving this though successful completion of a minimum of 3 night’s expedition time with a school. Practicum work in schools will require students to have a police clearance as determined by the Department of Education and Training. Advanced standing is available on application for the components for which current qualifications are held.

HPE507 Community Building and Reviewing
Prerequisites: UG Degree in HPE, Education, Outdoor Recreation, Exercise Science or similar
This unit will look closely at the process of community building within the context of outdoor education. Group processes are explored as a launching point for examining community building and the claims surrounding these practices. The wider social contexts of outdoor education groups and communities are explored with regard to (a) the way social trends influence them and (b) their potential contribution to understanding principles of equality and need. Consideration is also given to the potential contribution of outdoor education to supporting and building local communities.

HPE591 Reading and Conference
Prerequisites: UG Degree in HPE, Education, Outdoor Recreation, Exercise Science or similar
The unit is conducted as an individual learning contract between the student and supervisor. It will develop an understanding of the applied research process linked to the development of a student thesis research proposal. Skills pertaining to the gathering, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of research findings will be developed to a high standard. This unit will develop the student’s capacity to extensively gather and analyse existing information, to disseminate new data and knowledge in the research context through the written and seminar format, and to complete an application for ethical approval for their project.

HPE610 Cardio-respiratory Exercise Rehabilitation and Training
Pre-requisites: An undergraduate degree in Exercise Science or similar Co-requisites: Nil
The unit will also examine the role exercise plays in the prevention and rehabilitation from atherosclerosis and other vascular pathologies. Students will develop practical skills for risk assessment and stratification of these patients according to risk/benefit ratio of exercise. Contemporary medical management of cardiovascular disease will be reviewed with the emphasis on the role of rehabilitative exercise interventions. Practical components of the unit will comprise clinical exercise testing, exercise prescription and leadership of patient subgroups and other relevant practical experiences.

HPE630 Advanced Motor Control and Learning
Pre-requisites: completion of an undergraduate unit in introductory motor control, development and learning or by approval of course coordinator.
This unit will present the neural, physiologic and cognitive mechanisms underpinning the control and coordination of movement and the changes that occur with pathology and clinical intervention. Students will learn about the structural and functional organisation of the central and peripheral nervous systems, open and closed loop control processes, neural transmission, muscle innervation, neural plasticity, recovery of function, synaptic potentiation, reflexes, reverberating circuits, and central pattern generators, and hemispheric specialisation Posture, balance, and gait, reaching and manipulation tasks will be studied especially in relation to rehabilitation and activities of daily living for the AEP target pathologies: spinal cord injury; stroke (CVA), Parkinson’s Disease, multiple sclerosis, acquired brain injury (ABI). Systems theory and Bernstein’s legacy for understanding degrees of freedom in motor control and coordination will provide a theoretical framework for planning and evaluating clinical interventions.

HPE640 Musculoskeletal Exercise Rehabilitation and Training
Pre-requisites: An undergraduate degree in Exercise Science or similar Co-requisites: Nil
This unit will examine the role that exercise rehabilitation and training plays in the rehabilitation of individuals with musculoskeletal conditions from either injury, diseases of degeneration or who have undergone surgery. The unit will also examine the functional anatomy of the spine and the major joints of the body and integrate this knowledge with associated pathogens, dysfunction and the role that specifically structured exercise protocols plays in the rehabilitative process.

HPE651 Clinical Exercise Physiology Industry Practicum
This unit provides the core theoretical and professional practical experience in an appropriate exercise setting. This unit explores the role of exercise in disease management and as a treatment modality. Knowledge of valid assessment and graded exercise testing and diagnostic procedures will be covered. Students will cover principles of exercise prescription for metabolic disorders, cardio-respiratory diseases, neuromuscular-skeletal disorders. Completion of this industry-based unit satisfies the theoretical and practical placement requirements needed for Exercise Physiologist accreditation, as set out by the Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS). Pre-placement workshops will be held in semester 1 will cover the clinical role of an accredited exercise physiologist and cover the ethical, legal and confidentiality issues in working with healthy and chronic diseased, exercise participants. Students will need to complete up to 220 hours in a clinical exercise physiology setting under the supervision of an AAESS accredited exercise physiologist (AEP) or an exercise scientist. Students embarking on practicum must have a current Senior First Aid certificate and current CPR certificate.

HPE660 Advanced Exercise Biomechanics, Gait Analysis and Ergonomics
Prerequisites: UG Degree in Exercise Science or similar
This unit is an advanced study of the mechanical bases of human movement, in particular of balance during standing and walking, dynamic postures, upper limb reaching and manipulation skills, and abnormal gait. In applying the work to ergonomics, students will conduct functional assessments of work stations in typical workplace settings such as cashier and clerical settings to focus on inefficient or injury-predisposing movements and loads. The dynamic systems theory which views movement variability as a key to maintaining dynamic stability in skills will be the key framework for the course. In depth understanding of mechanical concepts of static and dynamic equilibrium, joint reaction forces, kinetics, electromyography, biomechanics in rehabilitative exercises will be developed. Students will be introduced to basic computer programming for biomechanical analyses.

HPE691 Reading and Conference
Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree in HPE, Education, Outdoor Recreation, Exercise Science or similar
The unit is conducted as an individual learning contract between the student and supervisor.
It will develop an understanding of the applied research process linked to the development of a student thesis research proposal. Skills pertaining to the gathering, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of research findings will be developed to a high standard. This unit will develop the student’s capacity to extensively gather and analyse existing information, to disseminate new data and knowledge in the research context through the written and seminar format, and to complete an application for ethical approval for their project.

HPE1201 Physical Performance Laboratory 1
Prerequisites: BHPE Students only
This unit is designed to introduce students to those skill activities appropriate for primary and lower secondary students.

There are three streams – Athletics, Minor Games and Swimming.

The Athletics component provides students with the knowledge and skills to design, implement and conduct an athletics program in either a primary or secondary environment. The theoretical knowledge of specific technical cues for each track and field event are combined with practical teaching and planning for specific event groups.

The Fundamental Movement Skills component will cover the observation and development of individual motor skills which are important for participation in many games, sports and other recreational activities. Students will learn how to develop these skills through individual and group activities (both cooperative and competitive in nature). Students will plan, invent, participate in and instruct games to peers in class.

Swimming will cover content relevant for teaching learners to swim and lead to Austswim Accreditation with extra out-of-class training

HPE1202 Physical Performance Lab 2
Prerequisites: BHPE Students only
This unit furthers the work introduced in HPE 1201. The unit is designed to assist prospective teachers in furthering the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values necessary for the successful implementation of Health and Physical Education programmes in schools.

The three components of this unit will examine aspects of Modified Games, Fundamental Movement Skills 2 and Gymnastics to assist students in providing children with a balanced and rich Health and Physical Education curriculum experience. The development of teaching skills will be covered together with planning for lesson content and delivery.

A significant component of this unit is directed towards developing the students physical activity, movement and skill development repertoire though practical experience. Therefore, students are expected to participate in all activities. It is also expected for students to maintain a record of all in-class activities and handouts for the further development of their Health and Physical Education Resource File.

HPE1501 Preventive Health Industry Practicum 1
Prerequisites: BPH Students only
The aim of HPE 1501 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in the health promotion industry. Students are required to complete 50 hours of practicum work in an approved area and / or course. Students gain Senior First Aid or Sports First Aid qualifications as part of this unit. Students who already have one of these qualifications should check the expiry date to ensure they are still current at the end of the 2008. The unit is available only to Bachelor of Preventive Health students.

HPE1502 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 1
Prerequisites: BOR Students only
The aim of HPE 1502 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in Outdoor
Education, Outdoor Recreation centres and with commercial and non profit making organisations providing
Outdoor programs. Students will be required to complete three Industry Practicums throughout the Bachelor
of Outdoor Recreation. The unit is available only to Bachelor of Recreation students.
HPE 1502 focuses on students supporting key Outdoor Recreation events and services held during the
year. Students will be involved in a variety of different service roles throughout the events. Students are
also able to gain industry specific qualifications to fulfil the requirements of this practicum.
Students are required to complete 50 hours of practicum work in an approved area and / or course.
Students will be required to gain first aid qualifications as part of this unit.

HPE1503 Sport and Recreation Management Industry Practicum 1
Pre-requisites: Nil Co-requisites: Nil
The aim of HPE 1503 is to commence the development of industry-ready practical skills required for employment in health promotion, sports clubs, health clubs, and recreation centres. Students will be required to complete three Industry Practicums throughout the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science degree. The objectives in this commencing industry practicum are that students gain the relevant certifications that will ready the student to engage in safe practice and are also required by the Exercise and Sport and Recreation Industries where employees work with physically active groups or individuals. Accordingly, the basis of the preliminary industry practicum for BESS students is to gain current certifications in First Aid, Level 1 Sports Trainers and Beginning Coaching General Principles. The remainder 20 hours of the practicum can be completed in developing practical skills required for employment in health promotion, sports clubs, health clubs, and recreation centres.

HPE2203 Physical Performance Laboratory 3
Prerequisites: HPE1202
The activities included in HPE2203 (Physical Performance Laboratory 3) are those appropriate for teaching in primary school children. There are two streams – Dance, and Modified Rules. Dance – students will learn a variety of simple and more complex folk dances from different cultures and develop expressive movement through the stream of movement and music. Students will learn to interpret written instructions, to plan lessons, to teach dances to peers and to perform group-created dances. Modified Rules will introduce students to the modified versions of the major team sports of our culture. Students will practice lesson planning, and teaching peers in class. This unit is available to Health and Physical Education majors and Bachelor of Education students completing a minor in Health and Physical Education.

HPE2204 Physical Performance Lab 4 – Curriculum Models in Physical Education
Prerequisites: BHPE Students only
This unit will examine various curriculum models in Physical Education. Sport Education (SEPEP) and a Games Sense approach to teaching games will be the focus models. SEPEP introduces a student centred, inclusive approach within situated learning theory. In this approach, the physical educator moves “off centre stage” and becomes a facilitator as students become engaged in the managerial and instructional leadership roles in the context of a focus sport. Games Sense is a process of teaching tactical awareness through a modified game presenting students with tactical problems.

HPE2500 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Practicum
Pre-requisite: HPE110 Exercise Physiology
The aim of HPE 2500 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in sports associations, sports clubs, health clubs, recreation centres and exercise rehabilitation centres. Students studying the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as health and fitness assessments and exercise prescription for apparently healthy populations. This unit is completed as part of the requirements for accreditation with the Australian Association of Exercise and Sport Science and will be supervised by an accredited Exercise Scientist and or an accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). The unit may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year. The unit is available only to Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science students.

HPE2501 Preventive Health Industry Practicum 2
Prerequisites: HPE1501
The aim of HPE 2501 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in community development and health promotion areas. Students studying the Bachelor of Preventive Health will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second or third year of study. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as event management, health promotion or community development. This experiential unit is completed in the health industry with work placement being under supervision of a health promotion professional. The unit may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year. The unit is available only to Bachelor of Preventive Health students.

HPE2502 Outdoor Recreation Industry Practicum 2
Prerequisites: HPE1502
The aim of HPE 2502 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for outdoor recreation settings. Students studying the Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as sports promotion, outdoor skills development, event coordination or achieve exercise industry certification. This experiential unit is completed in the outdoor recreation industry with work placement being under supervision of an outdoor recreation/ exercise science professional. The unit may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year. The unit is available only to Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation students.

HPE2503 Sport & Recreation Management Industry Practicum 2
Prerequisites: HPE1501
The aim of HPE2503 is to develop industry-ready practical skills required for employment in community development, sports associations, sports clubs, and recreation centres. Students studying the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management will be required to complete this industry-based practicum during their second year of study. Depending on industry networks, students will participate in a variety of activities such as sports promotion, sports development, sport management, or achieve exercise industry certification. This experiential unit is completed in the recreation/sport industry with work placement being under supervision of a sport/recreation/sport management professional. The unit may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, a 5 week block in winter term, intensive accreditation courses or part-day periods for the whole academic year. The unit is available only to Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management students.

HPE3205 Outdoor Education Teaching Methods
Prerequisites: BHPE Students only
Outdoor education involves small groups of people participating in organised adventurous activities in natural settings. It is education conducted in and through the outdoors based on experiential education and wilderness philosophies and includes concepts of group encounter, indigenous knowledge, risk and challenge. This unit is designed for teachers who will coordinate outdoor education experiences for school or community groups. This unit will investigate the philosophy behind and associated models of the experiential leaning and develop the essential skills of facilitation and debriefing. Topics to be investigated will include: planning and preparation, selection of equipment, navigation, minimizing negative environmental impact, campcraft skills, leadership, problem solving, facilitation techniques, risk analysis, emergency procedures and reflective practice.

HPE3500 Exercise and Sports Science Industry Internship
Pre-requisites: HPE2500 Exercise and Sport Science Industry Practicum and HPE252 Health and Fitness Appraisal and Counselling
HPE 3500 comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant exercise and sport science settings under the supervision of suitably qualified and accredited professionals in the exercise and sport sciences domains. Compulsory lecturers on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in an exercise and or sport science relevant industry setting that is approved by the unit coordinator and conducted under the supervision of an accredited exercise and sport scientist and/or an accredited exercise physiologist according to the AAESS accreditation criteria. The practicum requires the student to competently complete 140 hours practicum. This incorporates such aspects as functional capacity assessment, competency in modifying exercise protocols to accommodate musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and metabolic problems in older adults, in prescribing and implementing exercise for children, adolescents, pregnant women and older adults with preventable lifestyle related medical conditions. Students wishing to specialise in the sport sciences domain may complete their practicum working with sporting teams or elite athletes under the supervision of an accredited sport scientist.

HPE3501 Preventive Health Industry Internship
Prerequisites: HPE2501
HPE3501 comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant preventive health settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lecturers on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the unit coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or part-day periods for the whole academic year. Students enrolled in the HPE 3500 are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil unit requirements.

HPE3503 Sport & Recreation Management Industry Internship
Prerequisites: HPE2503
HPE3503 comprises activities in career planning and professional development and places students in relevant recreation and sport settings under supervision of professionals. Compulsory lecturers on career planning, resume preparation, job application and interview techniques will complement the internship experience. Students are placed in a relevant industry setting that is approved by the unit coordinator. The internship may be completed in a variety of ways depending on the particular placement – for example, as a 5 week block in winter term or part-day periods for the whole academic year.
Students enrolled in the HPE3503 are required to complete 150 hours in an approved area. A maximum of two placements can be used to fulfil unit requirements.

HPE4206 Outdoor Education 2
Pre-requisite: HPE3205 Outdoor Education Teaching Methods (Bachelor of Health and Physical Education) students only
This unit consolidates information presented in HPE3205. This unit requires students to design and manage an expedition of a minimum duration of three days and two nights. Students are required to set specific suitable expedition goals and design and deliver an effective program. Students are required to submit an expedition proposal including all organisational, administrative and risk management details five weeks prior to the departure of the expedition. Students will be required to submit a comprehensive log book and conduct a presentation on the completion their expedition.