Module Details

Module Code: SPOR H7021
Full Title: Exercise Professional 2
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 2 Semesters
Credits:: 10
Module Owner:: Michael McCorry
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: This module examines how the principles of exercise science and programming affect human performance. Students will take a multi-disciplinary approach to the investigation of theoretical and practical concepts in exercise and fitness that form the framework for exercise prescription and personal training. In addition, students will develop an applied knowledge of techniques used by exercise professionals and coaches to analyse and test performance in a diverse range of clients.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Describe the main cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, endocrine, digestive and muscular responses to healthy living and exercise.
MLO2 Discuss the relationship between exercise performance and the structure and function of the human body.
MLO3 Examine the validity and reliability of techniques and procedures used in exercise testing and training
MLO4 Apply the principles of client consultation and exercise prescription to improve health and human performance.
MLO5 Display the professional knowledge in exercise instruction required at EQF level 4 (personal trainer).
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Anatomy, physiology and kinesiology for exercise and health
Detailed structure and function of cardiovascular, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, energy and digestive systems
Client care
Client consultation, safety, monitoring, instructional techniques and interpersonal skills in personal training.
Testing and Evaluation in Sport and Exercise
A range of laboratory and field-based testing techniques commonly used by sports scientists and coaches to monitor performance
Lifestyle, health and wellbeing
Biological, social, behavioural and social components of health; risk stratification and health,
Applied Fitness Techniques
A range of intermediate-level practical training techniques commonly used by strength and conditioning coaches and personal trainers.
Programme design for sport, exercise and health
Intermediate-level programming techniques commonly used by coaches and personal trainers to improve performance safely and effectively in individual and group settings.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work40.00%
Practical20.00%
Final Examination40.00%
Module Special Regulation
Students who wish to register for the professional award in personal training must attend at least 80% of classes in this module

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be required to submit a practical portfolio incorporating the principles of consultation, fitness assessments and training for a client in a personal training setting.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will perform a practical teaching assessment, using a variety of circuit training techniques designed for a fictitious client.
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3
Duration in minutes 120
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester 1 Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be required to submit a practical portfolio incorporating the principles of consultation, fitness assessments and training for a client in a personal training setting
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will perform a practical teaching assessment, using a variety of circuit training techniques designed for a fictitious client
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3
Duration in minutes 120
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester 1 Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Reattendance
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. Therefore reassessment on this module will require the student to reattend (i.e. retake) the module in its entirety.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures, workshops, tutorials Every Week 3.00 3
Practical Contact Students examine a range of exercise training and testing techniques Every Week 2.00 2
Directed Reading Non Contact Linking theory with practice Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact Students are expected to read around the topics covered Every Week 1.00 1
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom learning, workshops, tutorials Every Week 3.00 3
Practical Contact Students study a range of training and testing techniques Every Week 2.00 2
Directed Reading Non Contact Linking theory with practice Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact Students read around the topics covered Every Week 1.00 1
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Kenny, W. L., Wilmore, J., Costill, D.. (2015), Physiology of Sport and Exercise, 6th. Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois, [ISBN: 978-145047767].
  • Haff, G. & Triplett, N.T.. (2015), Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, 4th. Human Kinetics, Champaign, illinois, [ISBN: 978-0736058032].
  • Winter, E.M. (Ed.), Jones, A.M. (Ed.), Davison, R.C. (Ed.), Bromley, P.D. (Ed.), Mercer, T. (Ed.). (2006), Sport and Exercise Physiology Testing Guidelines: Volume I - Sport Testing, Routledge, Oxford, [ISBN: 978-0415361415].
  • Bean, A.. (2009), The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition, 6th. A & C Black Publishers Ltd, London, [ISBN: 978-1408105382].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Winter, E.M. (Ed.), Jones, A.M. (Ed.), Davison, R.C. (Ed.), Bromley, P.D. (Ed.) and Mercer, T. (Ed.). (2006), Sport and Exercise Physiology Testing Guidelines: Volume II - Exercise and Clinical Testing, Routledge, Oxford, [ISBN: 978-0415379663].
  • ACSM. (2017), ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 10th. Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, NY, [ISBN: 978-149633907].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Journal, Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise.
  • Journal, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.
  • Journal, Journal of Exercise Physiology Online.
  • Journal, Research quarterly for Exercise and Sport.