Module Descriptors
SPORTS & TECHNOLOGY
XXAT40322
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures - 12 hours
Tutorials - 24 hours
(1:n) (1:20)2
Tutorials - 24 hours
(1:n) (1:20)2
Module Resources
Library and Internet Access
Beaconside Sports Centre
Sports and Technology facilities within the Faculty and University.
Beaconside Sports Centre
Sports and Technology facilities within the Faculty and University.
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None.
Module Texts
A range of sources as determined by the sports chosen for the student's assignments.
Module Indicative Content
This module aims to introduce students to a broad range of technology and its role in training and analysis. Individual sports disciplines will be used to demonstrate the importance of the role technology can play in developing skills, strength or ability etc. to improve sports performance. The principles behind different technologies will be explored to widen understanding of the function sports equipment. Students are encouraged to apply their understanding to their own chosen sport.
Module Additional Assessment Details
100% In course assessment.
An in-course assignment which will be assessed by a written group report (not exceeding 3,000 words) 70% and oral presentation (no longer than 15 minutes) 30% which will assess all learning outcomes.
An in-course assignment which will be assessed by a written group report (not exceeding 3,000 words) 70% and oral presentation (no longer than 15 minutes) 30% which will assess all learning outcomes.