Course Syllabus

Unit I: Introduction to Exercise Physiology

• Meaning, scope, and importance
• Homeostasis and exercise
• Cell structure and muscle cell physiology

Unit II: Muscular System and Exercise

• Types of muscle fibers
• Muscle contraction mechanism
• Neuromuscular junction
• Muscle fatigue and soreness

Unit III: Cardiovascular System

• Heart structure and function
• Blood and circulation
• Cardiac output and blood pressure
• Cardiovascular response to exercise

Unit IV: Respiratory System

• Structure and functions of lungs
• Lung volumes and capacities
• Oxygen transport
• Respiratory adaptations to training

Unit V: Energy Systems

• ATP-PC system
• Anaerobic glycolysis
• Aerobic system
• Energy systems in different sports

Unit VI: Training Adaptations and Environment

• Acute vs chronic adaptations
• Overtraining
• Exercise in heat, cold, and altitude

2. Kinesiology

Course Description

Study of human movement with emphasis on muscles, joints, and posture.

Course Objectives

• Understand anatomical basis of movement
• Analyze joint actions and muscle functions
• Apply kinesiology to exercise and sports

Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I: Introduction to Kinesiology

• Meaning, scope, and importance
• Planes and axes of movement
• Anatomical terminology

Unit II: Skeletal System

• Types and functions of bones
• Joint classification
• Range of motion

Unit III: Muscular System

• Types of muscles
• Muscle architecture
• Prime movers, antagonists, synergists

Unit IV: Joint Mechanics

• Shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, ankle joints
• Joint stability and mobility

Unit V: Posture and Alignment

• Good posture
• Postural deviations
• Causes and corrective measures

Unit VI: Applied Kinesiology

• Kinesiology of walking, running, jumping
• Lifting and carrying activities
• Sports movement analysis

3. Biomechanics

Course Description

Scientific study of forces acting on the human body and their effects on movement.

Course Objectives

• Understand mechanical principles
• Analyze human motion scientifically
• Apply biomechanics to improve performance and reduce injury

Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I: Introduction to Biomechanics

• Meaning and scope
• Relationship with physics and sports
• Importance in physical education

Unit II: Mechanics

• Kinematics and kinetics
• Linear and angular motion
• Laws of motion

Unit III: Forces and Motion

• Gravity, friction, inertia
• Center of gravity
• Balance and stability

Unit IV: Levers and Work

• Types of levers in the human body
• Mechanical advantage
• Work, power, and energy

Unit V: Biomechanics of Sports Skills

• Running, jumping, throwing
• Lifting techniques
• Analysis of selected sports movements

Unit VI: Injury Prevention

• Causes of sports injuries
• Biomechanical factors
• Ergonomics and posture

4. Motor Behavior

(Includes Motor Learning, Motor Control & Motor Development)

Course Description

Study of how motor skills are learned, controlled, and developed across the lifespan.

Course Objectives

• Understand movement development
• Explain learning processes
• Apply motor learning principles in coaching

Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I: Introduction to Motor Behavior

• Meaning and scope
• Components: Motor learning, control, development

Unit II: Motor Development

• Growth and maturation
• Developmental milestones
• Motor development across lifespan

Unit III: Motor Control

• Nervous system and movement
• Sensory feedback
• Open and closed-loop control

Unit IV: Motor Learning

• Stages of skill learning
• Practice methods
• Feedback and reinforcement

Unit V: Individual Differences

• Age, gender, and ability differences
• Transfer of learning
• Retention and forgetting

Unit VI: Application in Sports and Physical Education

• Teaching motor skills
• Skill acquisition in sports
• Coaching strategies