Physical activity and body immunity 2600-SIW-AFO-2-S1

The subject is conducted in the form of lectures and laboratory classes.

The main goal is to familiarize students with the structure and positive and negative role of the immune system, to learn about the most important mechanisms involved in the immune response to various types of antigens (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, allergens), taking into account the importance of the inflammatory process and the functioning of the major histocompatibility complex. During the lectures, students will learn about the structure and functions of the central and peripheral immune system. They will also acquire knowledge about innate and acquired defense mechanisms (related to the functioning of B and T lymphocytes), as well as the effect of physical exercise on these mechanisms.

During laboratory classes, students will learn techniques that allow for the quantitative and qualitative assessment of blood morphological parameters using a hematology analyzer and the preparation, fixation, staining and analysis of blood smears. The classes will present information on common infectious diseases, principles of prevention and combating these diseases, also in the context of people who are accompanied by physical exertion. The exercises also cover issues related to: basic immunological tests that are used in the treatment and detection of diseases and in the analysis of parameters characteristic of the immune system (immunoenzymatic ELISA test, agglutination reaction on the example of determining blood groups in the AB0 and Rh system, Dot Blot technique). In addition, students will learn techniques for isolating immune cells from the peripheral blood of mammals and methods of culturing these cells in vitro. During original multimedia presentations, students will gain knowledge on selected and current issues related to the effect of physical activity on the immune system.

Total student workload

Hours spent with teachers (45 hrs): - participation in lectures - 15 - participation in laboratory exercises - 30 Time spent on individual student work (80 hrs): - preparation for exercises - 10 - preparation for tests - 25 - individual work on developing a presentation - 15 - preparation for the exam and attendance at the exam - 30 Total: 125 hrs (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes - knowledge

W1: Knows and understands basic concepts in the field of immunology, such as antigen, antibody, innate and acquired immunity, protective vaccinations and herd immunity – K_W01, K_W05, K_W11 W2: Describes the structure and functioning of the immune system and the effect of physical exercise on the immune response - K_W01, K_W05, K_W11 W3: Defines the relationship between the inflammatory process and susceptibility to infections and physical activity - K_W01, K_W05, K_W11 W4: Defines the mechanisms of antigen-antibody interactions and their use in indirect and direct immunological tests that can be performed in athletes – K_W01, K_W05, K_W06, K_W12, K_W13 W5: Describes the types of protective and prophylactic vaccinations carried out in Poland and their effect on physical activity - K_W01, K_W03, K_W05

Learning outcomes - skills

U1: uses knowledge of immunology and the impact of physical activity on the immune system to promote knowledge about sports and a healthy lifestyle - K_U05 U2: Is able to use basic qualitative and quantitative methods to assess the processes occurring with the participation of the immune system in conditions of physical exertion - K_U01, K_U02 U3: Has the ability to develop and document conducted experiments - K_U02 U4: Assesses threats to human health and life caused by infectious diseases and the lack of widespread use of protective and prophylactic vaccinations - K_U13 U5: During authorial presentations on the latest reports related to the impact of physical activity on the functioning of the immune system, is able to use the acquired knowledge to promote the positive impact of sports on health - K_U05, K_U06, K_U13

Learning outcomes - social competencies

K1: Rationally and critically approaches information obtained from the mass media, especially the common beliefs regarding the importance of performing universal protective and prophylactic vaccinations - K_K01 K2: Understands the need for continuous deepening of knowledge on the impact of physical exercise on the immune system for the effectiveness and efficiency of action - K_K03

Teaching methods

Informative, problem-based lecture with multimedia presentations. Laboratory classes are of an experimental nature (students perform tasks in groups of 2-3 people). Classes must be conducted in a group of no more than 8-12 people, because the methodology of the experiments requires it: access to laboratory equipment and devices, as well as work with chemical reagents. As part of the exercises, students also prepare multimedia presentations, which are the subject of scientific discussions.

Expository teaching methods

- informative (conventional) lecture
- problem-based lecture

Exploratory teaching methods

- laboratory
- practical
- experimental

Type of course

compulsory course

Prerequisites

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.

Course coordinators

Krzysztof Domagalski

Assessment criteria

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Assessment methods:
Written exam – K_W01, K_W03, K_W05, K_W06, K_W11, K_U05, K_K01, K_K03
Oral exam –
Colloquium – K_W01, K_W03, K_W05, K_W06, K_W11, K_W12, K_W13, K_U01, K_U02, K_U05, K_U06, K_U13, K_K01, K_K03
Paper/essays –
Presentations – K_W01, K_W03, K_W05, K_W06, K_W11, K_U05, K_U06, K_U13, K_K01, K_K02, K_K03
Projects –
Activity (competences only) – K_K01, K_K03
Other – indicate which:

Assessment criteria:
passing lectures: written exam in the form of a single-choice test, required threshold for a satisfactory grade - 50-60%, 61-70% - satisfactory plus, 71-80% - good, 81-90% - good plus, 91-100% - very good.

passing laboratory classes: three written tests covering the topics covered in the classes and a grade from the presentation prepared by the Student; final grade calculated as a weighted average of the grades obtained (0.8 value - average grade from tests, 0.2 value - grade from the presentation); up to 3.39 – satisfactory, 3.40-3.74 – satisfactory plus, 3.75-4.19 – good, 4.20-4.50 – good plus, above 4.50 – very good.
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Practical placement

Not applicable

Bibliography

Basic literature:
1. Immunologia - Jakub Gołąb, Marek Jakóbisiak, Witold Lasek, Tomasz Stokłosa. Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, 2017.
2. Podstawy immunologii - Maria Ptak, Włodzimierz Ptak, Marian Szczepanik. PZWL Wydawnictwo Lekarskie, 2021.
3. Fizjologia wysiłku i treningu fizycznego - Jan Górski. PZWL Wydawnictwo Lekarskie, 2019.
Additional literature:
1. Immunologia i immunoterapia. Angelika Vollmar, Ilse Zundorf, Theodor Dingermann. Wydawnictwo MEDPHARM, 2015.
2. Hematologia sportowa - Zbigniew Dąbrowski, Anna Marchewka, Aneta Teległów. PZWL Wydawnictwo Lekarskie, 2021.
3. Kurowski M., Kowalski M.L. Wpływ wysiłku fizycznego na odpowiedź immunologiczną – wybrane zagadnienia. Alergia Astma Immunologia 2014, 19 (3): 144-149.

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