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University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Department of Kinesiology
Bioenergetics
Course: Kinesiology 507

Semester: Fall 2020

Instructor: Otas, Ph.D., ATCOffice: 129-B
Office Hours: Thr: 1-5 or by appointment

Email address: xxxxxxxxx@louisiana.edu
Zoom: https://ullafayette.zoom.us/x/xxxxxxxxxx (Zoom ID:xxx xxx xxxx)
Course Description
This course will introduce you to the energetics involved in biochemical pathways that areinvolved in the study of exercise science.
Text (not required)
Nelson, D.L., Cox, M.M. Lehninger, Principles of Biochemistry 5th or 6th edition
Supplemental Text (not required)
Soderberg, T. Organic Chemistry with a Biological Emphasis, University of Minnesota Morris
Digital Well
Conceptual Framework: The Responsive Professional
The conceptual framework of the UL Lafayette College of Education is designed to expand upon
the institution’s commitment to be a responsive university. Candidates are expected todemonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions associated with the four elements of aResponsive Professional. Responsive Professionals demonstrate expertise in knowledge andpractice. They are reflective practitioners who respect diversity and demonstrate a commitment
to professionalism.
Course Objective
1. To understand physiological responses to exercise.
2. To be familiar with molecular-based fundamentals in metabolism.
3. To be able to appreciate scientific manuscript and apply the evidence to the practice.
Course Content
1) Understanding the basic energy transfer in metabolism
2) Aerobic and anaerobic pathway energetics
3) Protein synthesis
4) Further topics related to your thesis/projectTechnology Integration
For this course, a computer/tablet with the following peripherals are needed:• Speakers• A webcam to take exams with a proctoring system
Contact information for IT Service desk: (https://helpdesk.louisiana.edu/get-help/students)

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On-campus
Email:

337-482- HELP (4357)
2-HELP (4357)
ithelp@louisiana.edu

Basic Computer Skills:• Proficiency in the UL Lafayette Moodle system• Using email• Downloading and installing software/appMoodle usage is mandatory and additional internet and/or library resources should be used asneeded. All lecture notes will be posted on Moodle. The most up to date course grade will beposted on Moodle and the Instructor will not respond to queries regarding the current standing ofa student if the student has not checked Moodle first. Also, the use of word processor (e.g.
Word), presentation software (e.g. Powerpoint), and citation manager (e.g. Mendeley) is required
as well.
Course Evaluation
Grading Scale:A = 90-100%
B = 80-89.9%
C = 70-79.9%
D = 64-69.9%
F = 0-63.9%
Evaluations: Each of the criterion measures is listed as a weighted percentage of
100% of the final grade. NOTE FINAL TEST WILL BE CUMULATIVE FOR THE
SEMESTER!
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Exams (2 x 40 pts)
3 article presentations (3 X 20 pts)
Class participation (3 pts x 6+α)
Hot topics (4 x 5 pts)

[80 pts][60 pts][18 pts][20 pts]

TOTAL[178 pts] 100%

Format for Examinations:
Exams will be administered at Mid-Term and during Finals week. The format for the exam will
be multiple choice questions and short answer questions for the mid-term (@on-site) and openbook, open-ended questions for the final exam (take home). Students will be responsible for allmaterials in the course (article presentations in addition to instructor lectures). Exams will takeplace during the normal course meeting time.
Article Presentations (30 minutes -- approx 20 slides)
Student will completely review the assigned article from a recognized peer-reviewed national orinternational publication. Students will be responsible for emailing the presentation file to theinstructor at least 2 hours prior to your presentation.

3Title Side (APA citation for article - student name/date)- Introduction/Purpose/Hypothesis (5~7 slides - cover the background of author, the variables
they examined, and information/previous studies that lead the author to the purpose and researchquestions for the experiment)- Methodology (3-5 slides - cover who the participants were, the testing conducted,instrumentation and statistical procedures. If you see a new experimental method, explain it)- Results (3-5 slides - cover all results of the research, figure and table can be copied and pasted.)- Discussion (1-2 slides - review the data and author’ conclusion from the results based on what
you can believe and can’t believe.)- Conclusion (1 slide – show take-home message(s))
The slides should be in bullet point format with appropriate titles and headings. PROOFREAD
your work and PRACTICE your presentation before they are delivered. Grading of thepresentation will involve your mastery of the information, your delivery and contact with theaudience, and ability to clearly and intelligently articulate the information in the article. Using
flash cards when providing your presentation is not recommended as it will prevent you fromsending eye contacts to the audience.
Grading:
Coverage of Introduction (4 pts)
Coverage of Methodology/Results (8 pts)
Coverage of Discussion (4 pts)
Presentation of Information (4 pts)
Class participation
Also, participation is required in the discussion. Even if you are not assigned to present thearticle, you are required to read the paper. Write down at least 3 questions, type and print out
them, and turn it in prior to the class.
Grading:
Writing 3 questions: (3 pts) x 6 opportunities. When you present an article, you don’t haveto turn in the questions. If you ask a stellar question, you might get extra points.
Hot topic assignments (4)Abstracts will be given by instructor and you choose 4 of them for this assignment. Write aseparate summary for each of the 4 chosen abstracts and upload them on Moodle or email to theinstructor. Each summary shall be less than 300 words in length. Any assignment that is notturned in on time WILL NOT be graded. Only a personal emergency will excuse you frompresenting at your scheduled time Please see further instruction as given in another document.
Grading:All assignments will be graded on a 5-point scale (i.e., 5-excellent, 4-good, 3-average/ok, 2needs work, 1-try again). If a student receives a grade less than a “4” on any assignment – you4will be allowed to repeat that assignment to obtain in a higher point value with the maximum
possible point value attainable being “4”.
Resources
Information from the recommended texts, professional association websites in the form ofrecommendations/guideline/position statements, peer-reviewed scholarly journals, and related
online materials/resources will be used as resources for course content.
Course Policies and Procedures
1. Since you are paying for the class - attendance is not mandatory; however, promptness isexpected!! While it is recognized that certain unforeseen events may prevent you fromattending a certain class, due to the lecture nature of this class it is vital that you attendand participate.
2. The large volume of material presented in this class will necessitate frequent andconsistent study. Exams will be demanding and difficult; you must be thoroughly familiar
with the information to the point of being able to interpret and apply it. This is a
graduate level class in exercise science and I fully expect each of you to think about thebasic information you already know, interpret it and apply it to various situations.
3. Please be respectful of me and your classmate by turning your cell phones on silent prior
to the beginning of class and refraining from using your cell phone during class.
4. A missed exam will receive a grade of "0". If an absence is known in advance the exam
can be taken early, otherwise all make-up exams will be essay format and given only at
the instructor's discretion.
5. All students must have e-mail access and Moodle access for this course. Course
information, readings and assignments will all be handled through Moodle.
Academic HonestyThe College of Education adheres to the policy on academic honesty as outlined in theUndergraduate and Graduate Catalog(http://catalog.louisiana.edu/content.php?catoid=5&navoid=1031). In particular, plagiarism,“Representing others work as your one's own without acknowledging the source,” whether
intentional or unintentional, will not be tolerated. Plagiarism is serious offense. The minimum
penalty for a student guilty of either dishonest act is a grade of "zero'' for the assignment inquestion. The maximum penalty is dismissal from the University. The 1, 2, or 10 points you
cheat for are not worth risking your ENTIRE academic career. DO NOT put me in asituation where I have to act accordingly.
Students Requiring Special Accommodations
Students requiring special accommodations must register with the Office of Services for Students
with Disabilities and provide official documentation to the instructor in a timely manner.

5UL Lafayette COVID-19 Syllabus Policies and Guidelines
Student Code of Conduct: COVID-19: The University aims to fulfill its mission while
protecting the health and safety of our students and campus community at large. This includestaking steps to minimize the potential spread of COVID-19. The
University will adhere to the orders, proclamations, and regulations of the Governor of Louisiana
and the Mayor-President of Lafayette, Louisiana, as well as guidelines from the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) and the Louisiana Department of Health (“LDH”)
regarding COVID-19. This impacts the expectations of all students as the University continues tomake public health informed decisions to protect health and safety on campus. Students should
read and understand the addendum to the Code of Student Conduct regarding COVID-19 andPublic Health-Informed Policies, and any updates thereto.
COVID-19 Mask Policy for Academic Areas: To assist in decreasing the spread of theCOVID-19 virus, it is the University's policy that all students, faculty, and staff are required towear masks or face coverings which completely cover the nose and mouth areas while inside any
academic building including classrooms, labs, studios, offices, hallways, and stairways. A faceshield is not an acceptable substitute of a face mask. Failure to wear a mask is a violation of theStudent Code of Conduct and such violation will be forwarded to the Dean of Students foraction.
Students who have concerns about wearing masks due to a disability or medical condition maydiscuss a modification to the University's mask policy with the Office of Disability Services. Inorder to discuss a modification for the Fall 2020 semester, students must first register withDisability Services. All registrants will be contacted to arrange a virtual meeting for further
discussion. Learn more about Disability Services and accommodations on the Student COVID19 Response page. Email questions to ods@louisiana.edu.
COVID-19 Attendance: If you are experiencing any signs or symptoms associated withCOVID-19 (refer to the most recent Centers for Disease Control [CDC] guidance on possiblesymptoms), do not come to class or to campus. First, contact Student Health Services (337-4821293) or your medical provider, then contact your instructors to inform them of your situationand discuss possible arrangements and ways to keep up with the courses. If you do not feel well
for any reason and are staying home, including for symptoms of COVID-19, fill out theAnticipated or Unplanned Absence Form.
If you are required to self-isolate or self-quarantine because of COVID-19, do not come to classor to campus. All students who are required to self-isolate or self-quarantine because of COVID19 must complete the Student COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Form (they do not need tocomplete the Anticipated or Unplanned Absence form) and email their instructors for supportand resources.
Do not wait until you are behind to reach out to your instructors. Options will vary depending on
when during the term you are unable to participate, how much class time and coursework ismissed, and the nature of the course. Options may include, but not be limited to, transitioning tolearning and testing remotely during your absence; in extreme cases, withdrawing from thecourse, or receiving a grade of incomplete. Contact your instructor and academic advisor withany questions.

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For requests to move from on-campus to remote learning for reasons related toCOVID-19, a student initiates a written request to the faculty member. The faculty member
considers the students request, learning objectives of the course, and educational technology
available to determine if an arrangement for remote instruction is feasible. If a resolution within
the course is not possible, the student may contact the department head over the course, and thenthe academic Dean, to see what other resolutions may be available.
Learn more on the Student COVID-19 Response page on the University's website. If you haveany questions or concerns, email deanofstudents@louisiana.edu.
Faculty Guidelines: Academic departments will precure a supply of masks through Facilities
Management to make available to faculty for students who do not have a mask. If a student isrequired to wear a mask but is not wearing one as required in academic areas, faculty will
provide a mask to the student and inform the student that it is a violation of the Code of Student
Conduct not to wear a mask. If the student does not use the mask, the student will be required toleave the classroom and the faculty will advise them that they will report it as a violation of theCode of Student Conduct. The faculty will complete the Community Reporting Form found on
the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities website. Any class missed due to a student’s
failure to adhere to the requirement of wearing a mask will be recorded as an unexcused absence.
The student will not be allowed into the academic setting until clearance has been provided fromthe Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Students should stay in contact via e-mail with
their instructors/professors pending clearance.
Health or Safety Risk: The University may request or require a student to leave campus whenthat student’s continued presence on campus poses a health or safety risk for community
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Tentative course schedule:
DateTopic

20-AugSyllabus and introduction

ArticlePresentation-27-Aug

Basics of biochemistry-3-SepBasics of bioenergetics

Instructor

10-SepAnaerobic glycolysis

17-SepGluconeogenesis

24-Sep1-Oct
8-Oct
15-Oct22-Oct29-Oct
5-Nov
12-Nov
19-Nov

Metabolic regulation: glucose
and glycogenMetabolic regulation: glucose
and gluconeogenesis
Citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle)
Mid Term
Oxidative phosphorylation
Fatty acid catabolism
Ketone bodies
Mitochondria
uncoupling/Pentose phosphatepathway
Final Exam – Due Nov. 25

Due 1Due 2----student

3 questions(Extra pts)
3 questions

Hot topic 1

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3 questions-

student

3 questions

Hot topic 2

student

3 questions-

student
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student

3 questions
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Hot topic 3-

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3 questions

Hot topic 4----