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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Exercise Programming and Delivery
Reference HS2152 Version 2
Created April 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved June 2021 SCQF Points 15
Amended June 2023 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide students with the professional skills required to work with individuals and groups in general exercise settings

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Demonstrate the use of progressive instructing methods to effectively deliver a range of exercises.
2 Apply safe and effective exercise instruction to participants.
3 Produce an exercise regime for general population participants, and deliver appropriate to the level of ability.
4 Justify the application of acute programme variables designed to impact on specific fitness components.
5 Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice.

Indicative Module Content
Goal setting; screening; exercise consultation; programme delivery; coaching, feedback; use of equipment; exercise progressions and regressions; sessions plans; reflective practice; risk assessment; customer service; fixed weights; free weights; bodyweight training; group exercise; warm-up; cool down

Module Delivery
Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Practical sessions.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 30 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 120 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Practical Exam Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Justified practical exam with supporting programme
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 0% Outcomes Assessed: 5
Description: Minimal module attendance requirement of 80%

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80%
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass
B Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass
C Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass
D Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass
E Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass
F Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of Stage 1 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Liguori, G. and American College of Sports Medicine, 2020. ACSM's guidelines for exercise testing and prescription. 11th ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
2 SWAIN, D.P. & LEUTHOLZ B.C., 2007. Exercise prescription: a case study approach to the ASCM guidelines (2nd ed). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
3 MCARDLE, W.D., KATCH, F.I. & KATCH, V.I., 2014. Exercise physiology (8th ed). London: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
4 DELAVIER, F., 2010. Strength Training Anatomy (3rd ed). Champaign IL: Human Kinetics.


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