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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2009 - 2010
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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After completion of this module students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of principles and techniques of soft tissue therapies.
- Demonstrate competence in common soft tissue therapies.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role of sports massage in preparation for exercise and recovery from exercise.
- 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 |
24
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Laboratories |
6
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
39
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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:
- Soft tissue therapy techniques.
- Soft tissue therapies in Injury prevention.
- 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:
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Programme or List of Programmes
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