Availabilities:
| Location | Domestic | International |
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| Coffs Harbour | | |
| Gold Coast | | |
| Lismore | | |
Unit description
Integrates the basic principles of exercise physiology and training methodology to develop a sound understanding of the complexities of designing training programmes for sport and exercise. As a result, this unit will provide students with the necessary knowledge to develop training programmes designed to improve the general physiological capabilities of the those involved in a wide range of recreational and sporting activities.
Unit content
Topic 1: Principles of Training Methodology
Topic 2: Overtraining and Recovery Techniques
Topic 3: Periodization - Principles and guidelines
Topic 4: Periodization - Developing the Yearly Plan
Topic 5: Methods of Programme Evaluation - Field Testing
Topic 6: Principles of Resistance Training
Topic 7: Principles of Resistance Training - Programme Design
Topic 8: Plyometrics - Theory & Programme Integration
Topic 9: Methods of Developing Endurance, Speed & Agility
Topic 10: Flexibility Training
Learning outcomes
Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.
| On completion of this unit, students should be able to: |
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| 1 | design and deliver sport specific training experiences and exercise sessions |
| 2 | apply training methodology to the practical sport training and exercise environments |
| 3 | design training programs that cater for the needs and goals of the individual |
| 4 | work effectively as a member of a team. |
On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
- design and deliver sport specific training experiences and exercise sessions
- apply training methodology to the practical sport training and exercise environments
- design training programs that cater for the needs and goals of the individual
- work effectively as a member of a team.
Prescribed texts
Prescribed texts may change in future teaching periods.