SE208-5-SP-CO:
Training Techniques and Assessment of Athletes
2023/24
Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences (School of)
Colchester Campus
Spring
Undergraduate: Level 5
Current
Monday 15 January 2024
Friday 22 March 2024
15
19 October 2023
Requisites for this module
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BSC C600JS Sports and Exercise Science,
BSC C600NS Sports and Exercise Science
You will learn how to perform reliable fitness tests, learn how to interpret their results and develop an understanding of the limitations of test methods.
Fitness assessment provides the baseline measures and monitoring tools that inform the design and implementation of training programmes. We shall review the rationale for, and the design and management of training programmes to develop different components of fitness that are tailored to produce sport- and health-specific outcomes. This module will bring together and apply material from first and second year courses in physiology, nutrition, psychology and biomechanics.
This module aims to provide you with a theoretical and practical understanding of the value and limitations inherent in assessing fitness and of the methods and outcomes of training to enhance components of fitness.
On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to:
1) Describe the components of fitness and performance with reference to basic principles of physics and physiology;
2) Describe and explain the rationale of named test protocols, the effect of test protocols and exercise modes on test results and discuss the acute physiological responses to testing;
3) Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of the use of fitness testing equipment, pre-test preparation and the principles of quality assurance;
4) Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of aspects of the classical test theory and its application to exercise testing, pre-test preparation and the principles of quality assurance;
5) Design and justify training and testing programmes to develop aerobic fitness, strength, power and speed;
6) Discuss the importance of body composition for sport and fitness, describe how it is measured and discuss how it may be modified by training;
7) Describe and explain the importance of exercise testing
No additional information available.
11hrs lectures, 9hrs laboratory practicals, 3hrs seminars
A range of teaching and learning methods will be employed including laboratory practicals, seminars/tutorials, and online materials. Lectures will introduce and discuss key topics and will involve some interactive elements (e.g. small group discussions). Laboratory classes will provide the opportunity to learn, experience and practice methods around training and collecting testing data. In seminars and laboratory classes, students will provide with tasks to discuss and to work through. Small group sessions will allow in-depth discussions on related topics, encourage critical thinking and coloration to improve understanding. Key readings will be provided via TALIS.
This module does not appear to have any essential texts. To see non - essential items, please refer to the module's
reading list.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
| Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
| Coursework |
2500-word essay and excel template |
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100% |
Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Jamie Tallent, email: jamie.tallent@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Jamie Tallent
School Undergraduate Office, email: sres (Non essex users should add @essex.ac.uk to create the full email address)
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Dr Jen Burbage
University of Portsmouth
Associate Head (Students)
Available via Moodle
Of 53 hours, 22 (41.5%) hours available to students:
31 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
0 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.
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