SR4S005 - Strength and Conditioning 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 4

Associated Module Information

Module Code: SR4S005
Module Title: Strength and Conditioning
Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences and Education
Faculty Group: Sport
Faculty Sub Group: Sports Coaching
Module Leader: Nathan Evans
Module Team: Peter Ashcroft, Melanie Tuckwell, Christopher Marley
First Intended Intake: DEC 2015 Final Year of Intake:
Date Closed:
Credit Value: 20 Credit Level: 7
Language: English
Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: 0
Equivalent Module:
HECOS codes: 100433 - sport and exercise sciences
HECOS Code Weighting: 100

Document Version Information

Version 4
Valid From 01 Sep 2021
Valid To 31 Aug 2028

Module Aims

The module aims to enable students to develop a systematic knowledge and critical understanding of concepts and theories of strength and conditioning. In addition, students will develop the ability to implement effective strength and conditioning programmes into a range of performance environments.

Content Summary

The module will prepare students to apply strength and conditioning across the Sport Health & Exercise Science
area, with a focus on:

• Critically evaluating the physical performance requirements of sports.
• Evaluating effective assessment methods and interpreting data from multiple sources.
• Critical evaluation of current concepts and theories in strength and conditioning.
• Compose and apply appropriate strength and conditioning training programmes.
• Practical application of strength and conditioning

The above have been closely linked to the professional standards required for accreditation by both the NSCA and the UKSCA.

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Lecture 18
Practical classes and workshops 6
Directed Study 76
Independent Study 100
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Critically evaluate the key scientific, concepts and theories underpinning strength and conditioning
LO2 Construct, demonstrate and apply effective strength and conditioning programmes

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Practical Assessment (CW) Practical Coursework (CW) Practical assessment of performance in the practical application of strength and conditioning. 0 N/A 50 No 40
Written Assignment (CW) Critique 1 Critical review of a chosen topic of interest within the strength and conditioning field. 0 4000 50 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2
Practical Coursework (CW) ✔ ✘
Critique 1 ✘ ✔

Reading List

Haff, G. and Triplett, N. (2016). Essentials of strength training and conditioning.
Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics

Goldernberg, L. and Twist, P. (2016). Strength Ball Training-3rd Edition. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics

Enoka, R.M. (2015). Neuromechanics of human movement. Champaign IL: Human Kinetics.

Gamble, P (2013). Strength and conditioning for team sports: sport-specific physical preparation for high performance. London: Routledge

Comfort, P., Jones, P. and McMahon, J. (2019). Performance Assessment in Strength and Conditioning. London: Routledge

Alvar, B., Sell, K. and Deuster (2017) NSCA's essentials of tactical strength and conditioning. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics

Jeffreys, I., and Moody, J. (2016). strength and conditioning for sports performance. London: Routledge

Latash, M.L. (2021). Neurophysiological basis of movement Champaign IL: Human Kinetics.

Lloyd, R. and Oliver, J. (2020). Strength and Conditioning for Young Athletes: Science and Application. London: Routledge

Siff, M. (2003). Supertraining. Colarado: Supertraining Institute.

Stone, M.H., Stone, M. and Sands, W.A. (2007). Principles and practice of resistance training. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

Turner, A. (2018). Advanced strength and conditioning : an evidence-based approach. London: Routledge

Turner, A. (2018). Routledge handbook of strength and conditioning: Sport-specific programming for high performance London: Routledge

Turner, A. and Comfort, P. (2018). Advanced Strength and Conditioning: An Evidence-based Approach. London: Routledge

Zatsiorsky, V.M. and Kraemer, W.J. (2021). Science and practice of strength training. Champaign IL: Human Kinetics.

Online Reading List
https://rl.talis.com/3/southwales/lists/3EA2B6E1-E816-C377-17F7-92343314EA42.html?lang=en