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Module Title Health & Fitness 2: Theory & Practice
Module Code SS105
School School of Health & Human Performance

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Giles WarringtonOffice NumberXG04
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

Building on the knowledge gained in Health and Fitness 1 (SS102)the module will provide a comprehensive understanding of integrated approach the deveopment of training programmes for health and sport performance enhancement. Students will apply the core components of fitness and principles of training to programme design and field based fitness assessment.

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the current training theory and practice relating to the development of strength, power, speed agility and anerobic conditoning.
2. Explain the principles of planning and periodisation and implement a training programme for a particular sport or individual athlete.
3. Execute and instruct the basic movements patterns of multi-joint weight lifting exercises.
4. Explain the fundamental principles of weight regulation and weight management in sport and health.
5. Describe the role and function of recovery and regeneration as part of a training plan and explain the scientific rationale of key recovery strategies.
6. Outline and demonstrate the principles of measurement used in the implementation of a battery of field based physiological tests relevent to a particular sport or athlete.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture30No Description
Laboratory25Labs and practicals
Group work12Group project
Independent Study55No Description
Directed learning3Mid Term and end of term exam
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Indicative Syllabus

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment50% Examination Weight50%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Baechle T.R. and Earle R. W. (Editors). National Strength and Conditoning Association.: 2008, Essentials of strength and conditioning, 3rd, Human Kinetics,
  • Fleck S.J. and Kramer W.J.: 2003, Designing resistance training programmes, 3rd, Human Kinetics,
  • Hoffman J.: 2002, Physiological aspects of sport training programmes, Human Kinetics,
  • Gore C.J. (Editor). Australian Sports Commission.: 2000, Phsiological tests for elite athletes, Human Kinetics,
  • Wilmore J.H., Costill D.L. and Kenny W.L.: 2008, Physiology of sport and exercise, 4th, Human Kinetics,
  • Maud P.J. and Foster C. (Editors).: 2006, Physiological assessment of human fitness, Human Kinetics,
  • Plowman S.A. and Smith D.L.: 2007, Exercise physiology for health and performance, 2nd, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins,
Other Resources

Programme or List of Programmes
ATTBSc Athletic Therapy and Training
SSHBSc Sport Science and Health
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