Anatomy and Physiology

Paper Code: 
PHE - 301
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
30.00

1. Meaning and concept of Anatomy and Physiology 2. Need and importance of Anatomy and Physiology 3. Definition of cell, tissue, organ and organ systems

1. Structure and functions of human skeleton. 2. Definition of Joints, classifications and movements of joints. 3. Minute structure of Voluntary muscles. 4. Type of muscles (Voluntary, Involuntary, and cardiac muscles)

1. Circulatory system – organs and function. 2. Respiratory system & the mechanism of respiration

1. Nervous system. Functions of the Nervous system & Classification of Nerves. 2. Digestive system – Chief organs of digestive system, functions of the various glands associated with this system. 3. Types and functions of Exocrine and Endocrine glands

1. Meaning, Importance and factors affecting physical fitness. 2. Different training methods- Circuit training, Interval training, Weight training, Fartlek training. 3. Motor fitness components - Strength, speed, endurance, flexibility, coordinative abilities. 4. Warming-up and cooling down, its physiological advantages

Essential Readings: 

1. Ajmer Singh- Basis of physical Education, Health and Sports (B.A. II): Kalyani Publication Ludhiana. 2. Cuyton A.C.: Functions of Human Body: W.B. Saunders Co. London

References: 

1. Morehouse and Miller – Physiology of Exercise: C.V. Moshy Co., St. Lewis. 2. Karpovich and Sinneer : Physiology and Muscular Activity: W.B. Saunders Co. London. 3. Pearce J.W.: Anatomy for students and teachers of physical education: Edward Arnold and Co. London

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