SR2S159 - Fitness Assessment and Management 01 Sep 2014 - 31 Aug 2020 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | SR2S159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Fitness Assessment and Management | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Criminology | ||
| Module Leader: | Lyn Jehu | ||
| Module Team: | Andy Thomas, Peter Ashcroft, Steven Llewellyn | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2014 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100096 - sports development | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2014 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2020 |
Module Aims
This module is designed to give an underpinning knowledge of fitness assessment and management for exercise and sport. Students will be introduced to an in-depth knowledge of physical fitness training; theory & practical and the management and delivery of fitness across a range of populations. Fitness training principles will be examined and used to understand how exercise and sports performance may be enhanced when working with a range of individuals and groups. Students will participate in a range of fitness training and assessment protocols, which will be used to develop an analytical and critical approach to fitness management. Furthermore, students will be able to develop appropriate fitness/training programmes to meet the needs of various exercising and sporting populations. Considerations of working in the fitness industry and building appropriate client relationships will also be covered.
Content Summary
Develop an ability to critically evaluate concepts in fitness assessment and management.
Examine the principles of fitness training and assessment and how they relate to different populations
Investigate various methods of fitness training and management used to enhance specific components of physical fitness in a range of formal and non-formal contexts and settings
Examine specific sport & exercise fitness training programmes for children, young people and adults.
Develop an understanding of dealing with accidents and emergencies
Evaluate and reflect on own practice in fitness instruction
Develop the ability to motivate and support clients to enhance and maintain their fitness
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 52 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an analytical approach to the concept of physical fitness and the principles of training for different populations |
| LO2 | Evaluate participatory and inclusive methods used to develop physical fitness with children, young people and adults. |
| LO3 | Devise, conduct and observe a variety of field and gym based activities for a variety of populations. |
| LO4 | Evaluate and analyse the effectiveness of specific fitness training mechanisms and the role of the Fitness Practitioner in managing and delivering this. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Assessment (CW) | Practical Coursework 1 | Students will be required to plan, deliver and evaluate a fitness /training session | 25 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Portfolio | Portfolio 1 | Students will be required to develop a written portfolio demonstrating the role of the Fitness Practitioner | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | LO4 | |
| Practical Coursework 1 | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |