Prerequisites for Module
Successful completion of stages 1-3 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent
Corequisite Modules
HS4105 Strength and Conditioning in Practice
Precluded Modules
HS4106 Principles of Sports Coaching
HS4107 Sports Coaching in Practice
Aims of Module
To introduce and discuss relevant fundamental theory and applied research concerning the administration and delivery of effective strength and conditioning training to elite athletes.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Practically demonstrate, coach and analyse selected conditioning exercises in a safe and effective manner.
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Analyse and discuss muscular involvement and actions within specific movements.
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Critically evaluate research on the effectiveness of contemporary training strategies.
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Apply fundamental training theory to the evaluation of contemporary training methods.
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Indicative Module Content
Training theory; coaching skills; resistance training; maximum power training; aerobic conditioning; anaerobic conditioning; novel training methods; periodisation; plyometric training; speed training; agility training; practical sessions covering the demonstration and evaluation of: deadlift, squat, olympic lifts and derivatives; plyometric exercises; speed exercises and agility exercises.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 12 | Practicals
| 36 |
Directed Study
| | Assessment Preparation
| 48 |
Private Study
| | Reading
| 54 |
| Mode of Delivery
Lectures supported by practical components and individual study.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2
| | Component 2 | 3,4
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Component 2 will be assessed by written report (major weighting)
Component 1 will be assessed by observed structured practical examination (minor weighting)
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | STONE, M.H., STONE, M., AND SANDS, W.A., 2007. Principles and practice of resistance training. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
| | 2. | BAECHLE, T.R., AND EARLE, R.W., 2008. Essentials of strength training and conditioning. 3rd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
| | 3. | FLECK, S.J., AND KRAEMER, W.J., 2004. Designing resistance training programs. 3rd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
| | 4. | ZATSIORSKY, V.M., AND KRAEMER, W.J., 2006. Science and practice of strength training. 2nd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
| | 5. | ACKLAND, T.R., ELLIOTT, B., AND BLOOMFIELD, J., 2009. Applied anatomy and biomechanics in sport. 2nd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
| | 6. | Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
| | 7. | Strength and Conditioning Journal
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Additional Notes
On passing both components, the student will be eligible to apply for a vocational qualification accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
This module has been identified as being central to the objectives of the course and therefore failure may not be condoned.
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