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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2008 - 2009
Module Title |
Soft Tissue Therapies
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Module Code |
SS314
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School |
School of Health & Human Performance
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Online Module Resources
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Module Co-ordinator | Mr Enda Whyte | Office Number | A246 |
Level |
3
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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Module Aims:
To present current concepts and practical skills relating to the use of sports massage techniques
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Learning Outcomes
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Learning Outcomes:
After completion of this module students will
1.Demonstrate knowledge of principles and techniques of soft tissue therapies
2.Demonstrate competence in common soft tissue therapies
3.Demonstrate an understanding of the role of sports massage in preparation for exercise and recovery from exercise
4.Demonstrate an understanding of the role of soft tissue therapies as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment of soft tissue injuries
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
6
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Tutorials |
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Laboratories |
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
69
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Indicative Syllabus:
1. soft tissue therapy techniques
2. soft tissue therapies in Injury prevention
3. soft tissue therapies in preparation for and recovery from exercise
Core Transferable Skills:
Interpersonal
Ethics
Record keeping
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Assessment | Continuous Assessment | 50% | Examination Weight | 50% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Indicative Reading List:
Course Notes
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Programme or List of Programmes
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ATT | BSc Athletic Therapy and Training |
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ECSAO | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
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HMSAO | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
SHSA | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
SHSAO | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
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