Module Descriptors
HEALTH AND FITNESS
SPOR50361
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader: James Lowe
Email: J.G.Lowe@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 45
Independent Study Hours: 105
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- REPORT weighted at 50%
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 50%
- OBSERVED TEACHING weighted at 0%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
Summative Assessment:
A 1000 word report on the 4 x 30 min fitness instruction sessions, contributing 50% of the overall
module mark which will assess learning outcomes 1 & 3
Perform 4 X 30 minutes fitness sessions - compulsory observations which you must pass
1x 1000 word assignment contributing 50% of the overall module mark which will assess learning
outcomes 2 & 4.
Additional Assessment Details:
Students will undertake formative assessment and feedback via:
Weekly tutorial support
Small Group Review meetings
Activities on the vle
A 1000 word report on the 4 x 30 min fitness instruction sessions, contributing 50% of the overall
module mark which will assess learning outcomes 1 & 3
Perform 4 X 30 minutes fitness sessions - compulsory observations which you must pass
1x 1000 word assignment contributing 50% of the overall module mark which will assess learning
outcomes 2 & 4.
Additional Assessment Details:
Students will undertake formative assessment and feedback via:
Weekly tutorial support
Small Group Review meetings
Activities on the vle
Module Learning Strategies
Students will have a 15 week tutor-led lecture programme.
3 hours per week, totalling 45 hours:
- 15x 2 hours tutor led workshop programme
- 15 x 1 hour tutorial
105 hours student ¿ led independent study consisting of:
- 30 hrs background reading
- 30 hrs report planning
- 45 hours report writing
30 hrs background reading
30 hrs report planning
45 hours report writing
3 hours per week, totalling 45 hours:
- 15x 2 hours tutor led workshop programme
- 15 x 1 hour tutorial
105 hours student ¿ led independent study consisting of:
- 30 hrs background reading
- 30 hrs report planning
- 45 hours report writing
30 hrs background reading
30 hrs report planning
45 hours report writing
Module Texts
Bompa, T Mike Carrera, M (2005).Periodization Training for Sports: Science-Based Strength and Conditioning Plans for 17 Sports. USA, Human Kinetics.
McArdle, W, Katch,F. and Katch, V (2006). Exercise physiology: Energy, Nutrition & Human Performance. Williams & Wilkins.
Wilmore,J &, Costil, D, Kenney, W ( 2008) Physiology of Sport and Exercise. USA, Human Kinetics
McArdle, W, Katch,F. and Katch, V (2006). Exercise physiology: Energy, Nutrition & Human Performance. Williams & Wilkins.
Wilmore,J &, Costil, D, Kenney, W ( 2008) Physiology of Sport and Exercise. USA, Human Kinetics
Module Indicative Content
The module aims to provide students with an introduction to:
The benefits of physical activity
The components of physical fitness
Basic physical activity assessment methods
Practical experience of safe and effective exercise for developing physical fitness
Techniques for monitoring and evaluating individual activity needs and status
Nutritional requirements of a specific training regime.
The benefits of physical activity
The components of physical fitness
Basic physical activity assessment methods
Practical experience of safe and effective exercise for developing physical fitness
Techniques for monitoring and evaluating individual activity needs and status
Nutritional requirements of a specific training regime.
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None
Module Resources
Appropriately and adequately equipped practical venue