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Module Title	Conditioning Science 3:Delivering Performance
Module Code	SS210
School	School of Health & Human Performance
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Module Co-ordinator	Dr Catherine Woods	Office Number	A246
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module is designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge to design and deliver effective S&C programs in a high-performance setting.

Learning Outcomes

1. Distinguish between the primary training phases within an annual training plan and identify training priorities for athletes/teams within each phase
2. Identify suitable load management strategies to enhance performance, minimize the risk of over-training and reduce risk of injury
3. Recognize and consider the most effective communication strategies when coaching and cueing athletes
4. Search for and critically-appraise scientific literature

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	12	Individual topic areas
Laboratory	25	Practicals
Directed learning	36	Specified learning activities
Independent Study	52	No Description
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

Periodization and planning

Load management strategies

Maintaining conditioning in-season

Integrated training strategies

Recovery and regeneration strategies

Coaching science: effective communication

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

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 Conditioning Association: 2008, Essentials of strength and conditioning, 3rd, Human Kinetics,
Joyce, David and Lewindon, D. (Editors): 2014, High Performance Training for Sports, 1st,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

SHSA	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SSH	BSc Sport Science and Health

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