Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Human Movement & Nutrition Sci
Students will develop a strong understanding of the principles of chronic disease management and acquire the professional and technical skills required to prescribe, program and deliver exercise for individuals with diabetes, obesity and kidney disease. Supervised clinic work will be required.
EXMD4743ﾠdraws on the previous learning experiences of clinical exercise physiology students to develop expertise in several key areas, including diabetes, liver disease, obesity, gastrointestinal disease, polycystic ovarian syndome, transplant recipientsﾠand kidney disease.ﾠ The biology, pathophysiology, medical and clinical considerations of these conditions, the role that exercise may play in the various stages of disease, treatment and in enhancing physical function and quality of lifeﾠwill be examined. In EXMD4743, students will engage in safe and effective exercise prescription and programming for these population groups as well as gaining clinical experience in exercise delivery for individuals with metabolic disease. Additional focus areas will include health behaviour change and technology to assist exercise prescription and delivery. Activities are designed to improve student's knowledge and skills to work with clients.
Compliance:
Students in EXMD4743 must demonstrate the following requirements:
1. Current and valid First Aid certificate,
2. Current and valid CPR certificate, and
3. Successful completion of HaBS modules - defined as a pass rate above 80%.
First Aid, CPR certificates, and HaBs modules must be completed and uploaded to InPlace: Further information and support can be found here: Prepare for your Clinical Exercise Physiology placement. (https://placements.uq.edu.au) (https://habs.uq.edu.au/prepare-your-clinical-exercise-physiology-placement)
Course requirements
Assumed background
This course will build upon knowledge and skills taught and assessed within earlier and concurrent courses i.e. ANAT2029, EXMD2362, EXMD2382, EXMD3372, EXMD4740,ﾠEXMD4741,ﾠEXMD4742
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
EXMD3372 + valid Apply First Aid (CPR)+ Successful completion of HaBS modules - defined as a pass rate above 80%.
Restrictions
BClinExP(Hons)
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Guest lecturer
Dr Shelley Keating
Dr Riley Brown
Tutor
Mrs Naomi Ferstera
Ms Jamie Chong
Clinical educator
Ms Caitlin Clarke
Mr Brent Cunningham
Mrs Alanah Reilly
Mrs Molly Shevill
Mr Ernest Starowicz
Miss Cat Young
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to enable you to:
Understand the principles of chronic disease management and acquire the professional and technical skills required to prescribe, program and deliver exercise for individuals with diabetes, obesity, kidney disease, liver disease, gastrointestinal disease,ﾠpolycystic ovarian syndrome and for transplant patients.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Explain the pathological and pathophysiological bases of metabolic conditions (i.e. diabetes, liver disease, obesity, gastrointestinal disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, transplant and kidney disease) and their implications on exercise prescription and delivery.
LO2.
For metabolic conditions explain effective clinical management including early identification, co-morbid disease management, inhibiting disease progression, managing clinical safety risk factors and exercise/equipment modifications; and relative and absolute contraindications for exercise prescription and delivery.
LO3.
For metabolic conditions, consider medications, surgical, medical and allied health interventions/treatments, exercise and functional capacity, clinical and safety risks and their implications on clinical status and exercise prescription and delivery
LO4.
Recognise adverse clinical signs and symptoms including hypoglycaemic signs and symptoms; and identify and respond to changes in clinical status, co-morbidities, exercise and functional capacity, inter and intra session.
LO5.
Implement evidence-based exercise assessments that consider individual factors and provide relevant information that will inform exercise prescription.
LO6.
Design, critically appraise and apply evidence based exercise programs to a participant with diabetes that take into account the clients goals, perspectives, preferences, opportunities, barriers, facilitators, exercise settings, and other influencing factors.
LO7.
Revise communication and leadership style to respond to changes in client and other stakeholder needs and manage changes in clinical situation(s).
LO8.
Identify changes in clinical status that need to be reported/referred onwards to deliver safe and effective client centred care in a multi-disciplinary care environment.
LO9.
During and between exercise sessions, identify and respond to changes in clinical status, co-morbidities and exercise capacity.
LO10.
Understand the benefits of using electronic, mobile and telehealth tools designed to increase physical activity in patients with chronic disease
LO11.
Analyse and understand behaviour and behavioural constructs in the health and exercise contexts from an ecological perspective.
LO12.
Identify behaviours non-conducive to exercise participation and/or progression
LO13.
Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of behaviour change principles and their application to improving engagement with exercise
LO14.
Employ motivational techniques to deliver exercise programs in a manner that is sensitive to the specific needs of clients
LO15.
Demonstrate basic counselling, support and communication skills for best practice in delivery of health and exercise advice and to help clients work through behaviour change and develop self management strategies
LO16.
Understand and experience how physiological responses may be used to achieve and maintain a specific aerobic exercise intensity
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination |
Theory Exam
|
20% |
23/08/2024 11:00am - 2:00pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Assignment | 50% (Worksheets 5%; Exercise Programming 15%; Client Interaction, Exercise Session Delivery and Clinical Reflections 30%) |
Preparation worksheets: 7 days following the start of your timetabled practical. Exercise programming: due 5:00pm 1 week following your initial and final assessment. Client Interaction, Exercise Session Delivery and Clinical Reflections: 25/10/2024 5:00pm |
| Performance |
Student Professionalism
|
Pass/Fail |
26/08/2024 - 14/10/2024
Ongoing |
| Examination |
Final Theory Exam
|
30% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Theory Exam
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
23/08/2024 11:00am - 2:00pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
This exam will examine the content related to exercise for obesity and diabetes. This assessment task is to be completed in-person.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in this asssessment task:
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
A pass (50%) in this exam is required to progress to working in the clinic.Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | Any calculator permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Your deferred exam date and time will be determined by the course coordinator and communicated to you via your UQ student email account. Please note, completion of this exam is required to progress to working in the clinic.
Assignment
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 50% (Worksheets 5%; Exercise Programming 15%; Client Interaction, Exercise Session Delivery and Clinical Reflections 30%)
- Due date
Preparation worksheets: 7 days following the start of your timetabled practical.
Exercise programming: due 5:00pm 1 week following your initial and final assessment.
Client Interaction, Exercise Session Delivery and Clinical Reflections: 25/10/2024 5:00pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14, L15, L16
Task description
Assessment Summary: The Client Program and Interactions Assessment Item consists of three components:
1. Preparation (Worksheets from Aerobic Intensity and Exercise Technology Practicals) - (5%). These worksheets are due 7 days following the start of your specific session e.g. if your prac is Thursday 12-2 your worksheet for that prac will be due by 12 noon the following Thursday.
2. Exercise Programming - (15%). This is due 1 week following your assessment (initial or final) session. For student partners undertaking the initial assessment + clinic programming this is due 1 week following the initial session. E.g. in week 6, if your session is Monday 830-1030 you assessment will be due by 5pm on Monday of week 7. For student partners undertaking the final assessment + ongoing programming this is due 1 week following the final assessment session. E.g. in week 12 if your session is Monday 830-1030 your assessment will be due by 5pm on Monday of week 13.
3. Client Interaction, Exercise Session Delivery and Clinical Reflections (30%). Evaluations based on clinical practice and professionalism.
Use of Artificial Intellogence (AI) in this assessment task:
This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. Whilst students may use AI technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance.
A failure to reference generative AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI tools.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Student Professionalism
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Performance
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
26/08/2024 - 14/10/2024
Ongoing
- Learning outcomes
- L05, L06, L07, L08, L09, L14, L15
Task description
Clinical Exercise Physiology students engaging in practical or client facing coursework across any of the professional courses including EXMD4743 will be deemed ‘at-risk’ of failing when unable to demonstrate Student Professionalism as per the following criteria:
Attendance
Absences and non-participation, including e-learning activities, will require supporting documentation and additional tasks may be allocated in lieu of missed learning experiences.
Punctuality
Punctuality is expected at all times, including e-learning activities. Late arrival or early departure is not acceptable.
Participation
Active engagement in learning experiences is expected at all times. Further, all equipment requirements should be organised ahead of time and where travel may be required, individual arrangements made ahead of time.
Interactions with others
You must conduct yourselves in an appropriate manner. This includes maintaining respectful relationships with all staff, your peers and community members. Your behaviour, language and sentiment should not offend, discriminate, harass, vilify or victimize others. The UQ Handbook of University Policy and Procedures sets out your rights and responsibilities in regard to this (Prevention of Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying Behaviours Procedure ). This extends to formal and informal communication in both written and oral form.
Preparation
Thorough preparation, including careful written planning utilising feedback and reflection, are essential to good practice. Thorough preparation also includes research, the collation of resources, and conscientious rehearsal and practice of your skills and where required, written preparation must be available for perusal by university teaching staff prior to class.
Physical Presentation
Whilst in a practicum setting, including e-learning activities, you are required to adopt an appropriate appropriate and high standard of physical presentation. That is, shirts neatly tucked in; plain coloured dress shorts (longer than mid-thigh) or pants; closed toe shoes; hair neatly presented. You should consult with your site supervisor/course coordinator, regarding body art and piercings.
Initiative
You are expected to demonstrate initiative and enthusiasm in undertaking course tasks. Also, you should be adaptable and independent. If something does not go to plan, find a solution without commotion. Acknowledge it is your responsibility to anticipate future issues and should flag with appropriate UQ staff as early as possible where, for example, absences and/or late assessment submission may occur.
All at-risk notifications must be defined in relation to the student’s performance against the criteria of the Fitness to Practice Policy and Procedure. An at-risk notification alerts all parties that the student is precariously situated at the pass-fail border. This does not imply immediate failure, but will result in the implementation of 'at-risk' procedures being put in motion. Further explained in the Student Information document, attached to the ECP and available on Blackboard.
The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences staff endeavour to work collaboratively with students by providing ongoing support and timely advice upon receiving notification that the student is considered to be at-risk. The procedures provided in this document are to ensure that in any case where a student is considered to be ‘at-risk’, protocols are understood by all involved, are followed in every case and are directed to ensure the best possible outcome in each case.
Hurdle requirements
You must pass this assessment item to pass this course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 50% or higher, the individual ‘must pass’ assessment item must also have been passed.Submission guidelines
Not a submissible item
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Final Theory Exam
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L10, L11, L12, L13, L16
Task description
The exam will consist of multiple choice questions and assess content across the entire course.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in this asssessment task:
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | Any calculator permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 1 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage from all graded assessment if 0 - 24%. A grade of 1 fails to satisfy most or all of the basic requirements of the course. |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 2 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage from all graded assessment if 25 - 44%. A grade of 2 fails to satisfy some of the basic requirements of the course. Clear deficiencies in performance, but evidence that some basic requirements have been met. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: A grade of 3 will be awarded to a student who either achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 50% or higher but who does not pass the 'must pass' assessment item identified in the assessment summary, or who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 45% - 49%. A grade of 3 represents a failure to satisfy all basic requirements for passing the course, but is close to satisfactory overall and has compensating strengths in some aspects. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 4 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 50% - 64% and obtains a passing mark for the 'must pass' assessment item identified in the assessment summary. A grade of 4 represents a satisfactory understanding of the basic learning requirements for the course, such as knowledge of fundamental concepts and performance of basic skills; demonstrates sufficient quality of performance to be considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in the course. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 5 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 65% - 74% and obtains a passing mark for the 'must pass' assessment item identified in the assessment summary. A grade of 5 demonstrates ability to use and apply fundamental concepts and skills of the course, going beyond mere replication of content knowledge or skill to show understanding of key ideas, awareness of their relevance, some use of analytical skills, and some originality or insight. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 6 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 75% - 84% and obtains a passing mark for the 'must pass' assessment item identified in the assessment summary. A grade of 6 demonstrates awareness and understanding of deeper and subtler aspects of the course, such as ability to identify and debate critical issues or problems, ability to solve non-routine problems, ability to adapt and apply ideas to new situations, and ability to invent and evaluate new ideas. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 7 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 85% - 100% and obtains a passing mark for the 'must pass' assessment item identified in the assessment summary. A grade of 7 demonstrates imagination, originality or flair, based on proficiency in all the learning objectives for the course; work is interesting, surprising, exciting, challenging or erudite. |
Additional course grading information
This course contains ‘must pass’ assessment item in the form of Student Professionalism. You must pass this assessment item to pass this course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 50% or higher, the individual ‘must pass’ assessment item must also have been passed.
A final percentage mark will be rounded to the nearest whole number (e.g. 64.50 and above will be rounded to 65 and 64.49 and below will be rounded down to 64.)
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO IF -
I’ve missed a compulsory practical?
Students are not permitted to miss any practical or clinic session for EXMD4743 without receiving approval.
Students must complete the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences - absentee form available from the HMNS website and submit via email to the Course Coordinator (contact details listed under course information section of Course Profile) no later than five (5) calendar days after the date the original class was held. (https://hmns.uq.edu.au/currentstudents/ undergraduate-support)ﾠ
Absences on medical grounds: This form must be accompanied by a medical certificate signed by a medical practitioner, registered pharmacist or registered nurse no later than two (2) calendar days after the missed class and stating that the student was unfit to attend on the relevant day. Students are required to confirm, by signing the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences – absentee form, that the medical practitioner is NOT a near relative or close associate (Examples of near relatives are partner, child, brother, sister, or parent. Examples of close associates are close friends, neighbours and partners or children of colleagues.)ﾠ
Absences on non-medical grounds: This form must be accompanied by a signed document (Statutory Declaration) detailing the grounds for the application supported by any corroborating information.
Link to absentee form: http://www.hms.uq.edu.au/current-students/undergraduate-students/student-resources-and-guides/.ﾠ(https://hmns.uq.edu.au/current-students/undergraduate-support)ﾠ
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Lecture notes and additional resources for this course will be made available through Blackboard
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (22 Jul - 28 Jul) |
Lecture |
Course Intro (Prof. Jeff Coombes) and Exercise for Obesity (Dr Shelley Keating) Wednesday 12-3PM (05-213) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Lecture |
Exercise for Kidney Disease (Prof. Jeff Coombes) Friday 11AM-2PM (50-N201) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
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Week 2 (29 Jul - 04 Aug) |
Lecture |
Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes (Prof. Jeff Coombes) Tuesday 12-3PM (50-N201) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Lecture |
Exercise for PCOS, GI Conditions & Transplant (Prof. Jeff Coombes) Friday 12-3PM (50-N201) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
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Week 3 (05 Aug - 11 Aug) |
Lecture |
Exercise for Type 1 and Gestational Diabetes (Prof. Jeff Coombes) Tuesday 12-3PM (50-N201) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Lecture |
Exercise for Liver Disease (Dr Shelley Keating) Friday 12-3PM (50-N201) Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
|
Practical |
Aerobic Exercise Intensity Group 1 - Wed 2-4PM Learning outcomes: L16 |
|
Practical |
Aerobic Exercise Intensity Group 2 - Thurs 12-2PM Learning outcomes: L16 |
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Practical |
Aerobic Exercise Intensity Group 3 - Thurs 2-4PM Learning outcomes: L16 |
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Week 4 (12 Aug - 18 Aug) |
Lecture |
Exercise and Technology (Dr Riley Brown) Tuesday 12-3PM (50-N201) Learning outcomes: L10 |
Problem-based learning |
Exercise Adherence Friday 11AM-2PM - Online Zoom Session Learning outcomes: L11 |
|
Practical |
Exercise and Technology Group 1 - Wed 2-4PM Learning outcomes: L10 |
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Practical |
Exercise and Technology Group 2 - Thurs 12-2PM Learning outcomes: L10 |
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Practical |
Exercise and Technology Group 3 - Thurs 2-4PM Learning outcomes: L10 |
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Week 5 (19 Aug - 25 Aug) |
Problem-based learning |
Exercise Behaviour Counselling Tuesday 12-3PM - Online Zoom Session Learning outcomes: L12, L13, L15 |
Week 6 (26 Aug - 01 Sep) |
Practical |
Clinical practicum: Assessment Week Individual session allocations Learning outcomes: L05 |
Week 7 (02 Sep - 08 Sep) |
Practical |
Clinical Practicum: Training Week 1 Individual session allocation Learning outcomes: L06, L07, L08, L09, L14, L15 |
Week 8 (09 Sep - 15 Sep) |
Practical |
Clinical Practicum: Training Week 2 Individual session allocation Learning outcomes: L06, L07, L08, L09, L14, L15 |
Week 9 (16 Sep - 22 Sep) |
Practical |
Clinical Practicum: Training Week 3 Individual session allocations Learning outcomes: L06, L07, L08, L09, L14, L15 |
Week 10 (30 Sep - 06 Oct) |
Practical |
Clinical Practicum: Training Week 4 Individual session allocations Learning outcomes: L06, L07, L08, L09, L14, L15 |
Week 11 (07 Oct - 13 Oct) |
Practical |
Clinical Practicum: Training Week 5 Individual session allocations Learning outcomes: L06, L07, L08, L09, L14, L15 |
Week 12 (14 Oct - 20 Oct) |
Practical |
Clinical Practicum: Assessment (Post Training) Individual session allocation Learning outcomes: L05 |
Week 13 (21 Oct - 27 Oct) |
Lecture |
Revision week Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L10, L11, L12, L13, L14 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
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