Pathophysiology of Chronic Conditions

Course aim

The aim of this course is to equip students with the physiological, pathophysiological and pharmacological knowledge related to each of the AEP target pathologies as required to practice as an accredited exercise physiologist and as stated in the ESSA (Exercise and Sports Science Australia) accreditation documentation.

Course content

Principles of disease processes: causes, medical procedures, pharmacological interventions and the effects of these on exercise responses for the target pathologies, namely cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, metabolic, neurological / neuromuscular, cancer and mental health.

Textbook(s)

McCance, KL & Huether, SE 2005, Pathophysiology: the biological basis for disease in adults and children, 5th edn, Mosby, St Louis

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Test, Written report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
To determine the fee for this course as part of a Commonwealth Supported program, go to:
How to determine your Commonwealth Supported course fee. (Opens new window)

Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
International students and students undertaking this course as part of a postgraduate fee paying program must refer to the relevant program home page to determine the cost for undertaking this course.

Non-award enrolment
Non-award tuition fees are set by the university. To determine the cost of this course, go to:
How to determine the relevant non award tuition fee. (Opens new window)

Not all courses are available on all of the above bases, and students must check to ensure that they are permitted to enrol in a particular course.

* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.