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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84411121 | Laboratory Methods in Muscle Physiology | 2025 | Autumn | 1 | 3+0+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | - |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Students'performance is assessed based on their theoretical knowledge, experimental data analysis, literature/article appraisal, presentations or assignments, and midterm and/or final examinations. |
| 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
Experimental foundations of muscle physiology; sampling and preparation of muscle tissue; isolated muscle preparations; measurement of contractile force and tension; assessment of isometric and isotonic contractions; electrical stimulation methods; single muscle twitch, summation, and tetanus; length–tension and force–velocity relationships; fatigue protocols; electromyography; methods for measuring intracellular calcium; biochemical, histological, and molecular analyses of muscle tissue; markers of oxidative stress and muscle damage; recording and analysis of experimental data; experimental design, quality control, and interpretation of scientific findings.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to teach, at the graduate level, basic and advanced laboratory methods used to investigate the physiological properties of skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle, and to develop students’ ability to plan experimental studies on muscle tissue, select appropriate methods, analyze experimental data, and interpret findings in relation to physiological mechanisms
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. | 3 |
| P6 | Integrates knowledge of metabolism, molecular physiology, and intercellular interactions to analyze the biological foundations of exercise and sport performance. | 4 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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 muscle physiology and basic principles of experimental muscle physiology |
| 2 | Anatomical and functional organization of muscle tissue; experimental sampling methods |
| 3 | Preparation of isolated skeletal muscle preparations and organ bath systems |
| 4 | Measurement of contractile force; isometric and isotonic contractions |
| 5 | Electrical stimulation methods, single muscle twitch, summation, and tetanus |
| 6 | Length–tension relationship and determination of optimal muscle length |
| 7 | Force–velocity relationship and experimental assessment of muscle mechanics |
| 8 | Muscle fatigue, recovery, and fatigue protocols |
| 9 | Electromyography (EMG) and assessment of muscle electrical activity |
| 10 | Methods for measuring intracellular Ca²⁺ in muscle tissue and investigation of excitation–contraction coupling |
| 11 | Assessment of energy metabolism, oxidative stress, and antioxidant systems in muscle tissue |
| 12 | Assessment of muscle damage and regeneration using biochemical and histopathological methods |
| 13 | Gene and protein expression analyses in muscle tissue; qPCR, Western blot, and ELISA applications |
| 14 | Experimental design, data analysis, interpretation of results, and discussion of current studies in muscle physiology |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Hall, J. E., & Hall, M. E. (2025). Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology (15th ed.). Elsevier |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 3 | 14 | 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 | ||