Sports Management Thesis Master's Degree
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Sports Management Thesis Master's Degree
Course Details
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Sports Management Thesis Master's Degree
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84410101 | Exercise Physiology | 2025 | Autumn | 1 | 3+0+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | - |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Lectures, question-and-answer sessions, interactive discussions, case studies and problem-solving activities, critical appraisal of scientific articles, analysis of exercise test data, student presentations, and literature discussions. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | There are no prerequisites for this course. |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Elif GÜLBAHÇE MUTLU |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Elif GÜLBAHÇE MUTLU | BBLOK-BZ02 | [email protected] | 7412 | Monday 13:00 |
Course Content
Fundamental concepts of exercise physiology; energy systems during exercise; skeletal muscle responses to exercise; muscle fiber types; neuromuscular adaptations; cardiovascular and respiratory responses; maximal oxygen uptake and aerobic capacity; anaerobic capacity; hormonal and metabolic responses during exercise; thermoregulation and fluid–electrolyte balance; mechanisms of fatigue and recovery; adaptations to aerobic and resistance exercise; aging and exercise; sex-related physiological differences; exercise under different environmental conditions; physiological effects of exercise on metabolic and chronic diseases; exercise testing; and current research approaches in exercise physiology.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to examine physiological responses and adaptations to acute and chronic exercise at the cellular, molecular, and systemic levels; to develop students’ ability to evaluate changes in energy metabolism and the muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, and nervous systems during exercise; and to interpret the physiological effects of different exercise modalities based on scientific evidence.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | X |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | Evaluates theoretical and practical knowledge in sport management at an advanced level and adapts current approaches to the management processes of sport organizations. | 1 |
| P2 | Integrates knowledge from management and sport sciences to analyze problems related to sport services and develop evidence-based solutions. | 1 |
| P3 | Develops recommendations for strategic planning, human resources, financing, and marketing processes in sport organizations and evaluates these recommendations in relation to organizational objectives. | 1 |
| P4 | Plans and evaluates sport events and projects in accordance with the principles of resource management, risk management, safety, accessibility, and sustainability. | 1 |
| P5 | Uses knowledge of sport anatomy, exercise physiology, and cardiovascular physiology to explain responses to physical activity and exercise-induced adaptations. | 5 |
| P6 | Integrates knowledge of metabolism, molecular physiology, and intercellular interactions to analyze the biological foundations of exercise and sport performance. | 5 |
| P7 | Compares the purposes, applications, and limitations of exercise tests and physical activity assessment methods and interprets their results in relation to sport service planning. | 1 |
| P8 | Uses the fundamental principles of training science to evaluate training programs in terms of training load, recovery, adaptation, and performance improvement. | 1 |
| P9 | Evaluates the relationship between nutrition and exercise performance using knowledge of sport nutrition and metabolism and identifies the need for collaboration with nutrition professionals in sport services. | 1 |
| P10 | Uses knowledge of sport psychology to analyze motivation, stress, communication, and team dynamics and develops management recommendations that support participation and psychological well-being in sport settings. | 1 |
| P11 | Evaluates the fundamental principles of sport injury prevention and rehabilitation and develops recommendations for creating safe sport environments and coordinating relevant professionals. | 1 |
| P12 | Designs sport services and projects that promote participation in physical activity and healthy living among groups with different ages and needs. | 1 |
| P13 | Identifies a researchable problem in sport and independently plans and conducts a thesis study using appropriate research methods. | 1 |
| P14 | Analyzes research data using appropriate statistical methods and critically interprets findings from laboratory and field research, taking methodological limitations into account. | 1 |
| P15 | Conducts research and professional activities in accordance with the principles of scientific research and publication ethics, personal data protection, and professional responsibility. | 1 |
| P16 | Follows scientific publications in the field in Turkish and at least one foreign language and communicates research findings and professional recommendations using academic writing, seminar, and presentation techniques. | 1 |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to exercise physiology; basic concepts and homeostasis |
| 2 | oksidatif enerji sistemleri Energy metabolism during exercise; ATP-PCr, glycolytic, and oxidative energy systems. |
| 3 | Carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism during exercise. |
| 4 | Skeletal muscle physiology, muscle fiber types, and responses to exercise. |
| 5 | The neuromuscular system, motor unit activation, and exercise-induced adaptations. |
| 6 | Acute cardiovascular responses to exercise. |
| 7 | The respiratory system during exercise, gas exchange, and oxygen transport. |
| 8 | Maximal oxygen uptake (VO₂max), aerobic capacity, and exercise testing. |
| 9 | Anaerobic capacity, lactate metabolism, and lactate threshold. |
| 10 | Endocrine responses and metabolic regulation during exercise. |
| 11 | Thermoregulation, fluid and electrolyte balance during exercise. |
| 12 | Muscle fatigue, mechanisms of central and peripheral fatigue, and recovery. |
| 13 | Chronic adaptations to exercise; physiological effects of aerobic and resistance exercise. |
| 14 | Exercise in relation to aging, metabolic diseases, oxidative stress, and inflammation; evaluation of current research. |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Kenney, W. L., Wilmore, J. H., & Costill, D. L. (2025). Physiology of sport and exercise (9th ed.). Human Kinetics. |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 40 | 2 | 80 |
| Midterms | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 1 | 52 | 52 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 52 | 52 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 226 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 7,53 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 8 | ||