SR1S61 - Coaching in Strength and Conditioning 07 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | SR1S61 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Coaching in 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 | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100095 - sports coaching | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 07 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
This module is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the foundation scientific principles underpinning the training process. Students will develop an understanding of the principles of training, components of fitness and the role of the coaching process in the delivery of strength and conditioning.
Content Summary
The module is designed to provide an introductory understanding of the scientific principles underpinning strength and conditioning. The module will consider programme design and how the principles and components are constructed to ensure effective development of athletic performance. The module will introduce how scientific enquiry and principles work with basic fitness and principles of training to support effective strength and conditioning design.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Seminar | 4 |
| Tutorial | 4 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 20 |
| Independent Study | 60 |
| Directed Study | 86 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 3 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 3 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Display a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Principles that underpin Fitness and Conditioning |
| LO2 | Identify the scientific support for the Principles of Training |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Portfolio of coaching and training inputs | 0 | 1500 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | Class test of underpinning knowledge | 60 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |