b5002k Physiology

Faculty of Sports Studies
autumn 2025
Extent and Intensity
0/0/0. 6 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Martina Bernaciková, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Ing. Mgr. Jana Juříková, Ph.D. (lecturer)
MUDr. Kateřina Kapounková, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Zuzana Baranová (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Vojtěch Grün, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Martina Bernaciková, Ph.D.
Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Contact Person: Mgr. Martina Bernaciková, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Timetable
Fri 10. 10. 15:20–17:05 B11/235, Fri 31. 10. 13:00–15:35 B11/235, Fri 7. 11. 13:00–15:35 B11/235, Fri 14. 11. 13:30–16:00 B11/235, Fri 12. 12. 15:45–17:30 B11/235
  • Timetable of Seminar Groups:
b5002k/01: Fri 19. 9. 15:45–17:30 E34/225 - seminární místnost, Fri 10. 10. 12:35–15:10 B11/235, Fri 7. 11. 8:00–9:45 B11/235, Fri 21. 11. 13:00–15:35 B11/311, Fri 5. 12. 8:00–10:35 B11/235, Z. Baranová, M. Bernaciková
Prerequisites
BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud) && BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud_fsps)
Interest in studying biological subjects. The student perceives that the study of anatomy and physiology is essential for understanding the principles of control of physical activity, nutrition, etc., as the theoretical basis from which subsequent principles are based.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
The aim of the course is to understand the nature and functioning of the human body. Understanding the functions of the human body is necessary for interconnection and continuity with other subjects that students take as part of their studies in the Faculty of Sport Studies. The understanding of physiological processes and principles is therefore the basis for understanding the principles of sports training, management of physical activity, regeneration, etc. Physiology is a prerequisite for follow-up courses such as Exercise Physiology etc.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- anatomically describe the individual organ systems;
- define and describe the basic principles of the functioning of the human organism, either as a whole or to understand the functions of individual organs;
- to apply the knowledge and understanding acquired in the study of related subjects such as Exercise Physiology, Exercise Pathophysiology, Sports Training, Regeneration, etc.;
- explain and interpret important physiological parameters, be able to measure, analyse and evaluate them (knowledge of standards) and then incorporate them into practice;
- reason logically about the interconnection of the functions of the various organ systems and understand the principle of homeostasis and the body's response to load;
- apply the knowledge gained in Physiology and related subjects to future practice in the prevention of injury, overstrain and overtraining of athletes; planning and management of physical activity, sports training or recovery
Key topics
  • 1. Introduction, cell, cell signalling and plasma membrane function, homeostasis, biorhythms.
  • 2. Physiology of the musculoskeletal system, muscles, muscle cell, muscle contraction, types of muscle fibres, diagnosis of muscle fibres.
  • 3. Energetics of muscle contraction, biochemistry of energy sources for muscle activity.
  • 4. Anatomy and physiology of the digestive system, carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism.
  • 5. Nervous system - nerve cell function, CNS, PNS (ANS), motor control, sensorimotor integration, proprioception.
  • 6. Hormonal system - hormones and their functions, hormonal glands, regulation, control of their secretion.
  • 7. Body fluids - ECT, ICT, water, water regulation, blood, lymph; Immune system, basic biochemical and immunological markers.
  • 8. Anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system - blood vessels, heart, cardiac revolution, conduction system (ECG), Physiological parameters of the cardiovascular system.
  • 9. Anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system - lungs, respiration, regulation of respiration, physiological parameters of the respiratory system, ventilatory thresholds.
  • 10. Thermoregulation, heat/cold response, diving reflex, anatomy and physiology of the excretory system.
  • 11. Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, sex hormones and their concentrations.
  • 12. Anatomy and physiology of the senses (sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch), vestibular system, visual skills.
  • 13. Body composition and methods of its determination.
Study resources and literature
    required literature
  • BERNACIKOVÁ, M., Kapounková K., Novotný J., Vomela J., Vomelová N. Fyziologie člověka pro studenty bakalářských oborů Tělesné výchovy. FSpS MU, 2014. ISBN: 978-80-210-7697-6
    recommended literature
  • Silbernagl, Stefan , Despopoulos, Agamemnon. Atlas fyziologie člověka. Grada Publishing. ISBN 808562379X. info
  • ROKYTA, Richard. Fyziologie : pro bakalářská studia v medicíně, ošetřovatelství, přírodovědných, pedagogických a tělovýchovných oborech. 2., přeprac. vyd. Praha: ISV nakladatelství, 2008, 426 s. ISBN 808664247X. info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
- Interactive lecture, supplemented by case studies, surveys and discussions (theoretical teaching);
- seminar - practical teaching (worksheets, measurements, group work, brainstorming, role-playing, etc.);
- indirect teaching (self-study using interactive curriculum, recommended literature - necessary in the combined form, completion of worksheets);
- the course will make use of the handover facilities in the IS;
- testing as part of the course assessment
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
The Physiology course is completed with an oral examination (graded on an A-F scale), which the student may attend after meeting the requirements (see below). Home preparation is required during the semester due to the combined form of study.
The student will be admitted to the final QA upon completion of all requirements prescribed in the course:
- Completed attendance in seminars (max. 1 absence); topics missed must be made up and explained;
- successful completion of worksheets (submitted and assessed in IS);
- active work in class (participation in measurements and other activities);
- passing the final test (at least 70%)
Language of instruction
Czech
Study support
https://is.muni.cz/auth/el/fsps/podzim2025/b5002k/index.qwarp
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
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