Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Laurea magistrale in Scienze motorie preventive ed adattate - Enrollment from 2025/2026

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 1°- 2°
1 module among the following

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Teaching code

4S001358

Credits

3

Also offered in courses:

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

M-EDF/02 - SPORT SCIENCES AND METHODOLOGY

Period

I SEMESTRE dal Oct 1, 2018 al Jan 25, 2019.

Learning outcomes

Module’s aim is to teach students about available techniques for measuring variables featuring physical activity and metabolic expenditure.

Program

Topics: physical activity and metabolic expenditure, pedometry, accelerometry, heart rate monitors, calorimetry, doubly labelled water method, GPS receivers, GIS systems, DGPS receivers, portable multi-sensor systems, IMU systems, TurfTrax, RFID systems.

Reference texts
Author Title Publishing house Year ISBN Notes
David A. Winter Biomechanics and motor control of human movement Wiley  
di Prampero La locomozione umana su terra, in acqua, in aria Edi Ermes 2015

Examination Methods

Discretionary reports about labs, small project, and final oral assessment.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE

Teaching materials e documents