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School for Health, Unit Catalogue 2003/04

SX10001: Functional anatomy

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW100

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To develop a basic understanding of the human musculo-skeletal system. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Classify and identify skeletal bones and muscles.
Describe the structure and function of the muscular system.
Demonstrate an understanding of muscle actions in human movements.
Content:
Skeletal construction; structure of bone and connective tissue, types of bone: long, thin, flat, irregular. Axial and appendicular skeleton. Names of major bones.
Joint types; immovable, slightly moveable, freely moveable (synovial).
Muscular system: muscle tissue, names of major muscles.
Types of movement; flexion, extension, rotation, adduction, abduction, circumduction.
Relationship of muscular system to skeletal system; identification of major muscle groups, origins, insertions and actions of main muscles. Practical analysis of limb movement. Types of muscular contraction including; isometric, isotonic, isokinetic, concentric, eccentric.

SX10003: Sports performance 1

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 1

Assessment: PR60CW40

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
On completion of this unit students will be able to:
* Demonstrate improved personal competence in a range of sports;
* Demonstrate cognitive and psychomotor competencies in specific sports;
* Demonstrate a basic understanding of the physiological, psychological, and organisational basis of specific sports;
* Analyse performance from the perspective of performer and coach/educator;
* Evaluate the employment of strategies, tactics and training principles applied in specific situations to prepare for, and improve performance;
* Demonstrate an understanding of the scope of interaction between a performer, coach educator and sports scientist.
Content:
Students will experience sport from the perspective of performer and coach/educator: the module will cover skill development sessions on 2 sports chosen from the following list: Invasion Games*, Net/Wall Games, Striking/Fielding Games, Aesthetic Activities, Aquatic Activities, Athletics Activities and Combat Activities. The rules and regulations associated with each sport will be covered together with their interpretation and application with respect to improved personal performance. Personal performance will be enhanced by the teaching and subsequent practice of tactics and strategies geared to the need of each individual. Physiological & psychological demands will be discussed, and opportunities for performance enhancement through the application of sports science highlighted. Each sports course will include preparation for performance through a study of appropriate training principles and methods.

SX10006: Introduction to sport & exercise psychology

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX50CW50

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To introduce students to the fields of psychology that relate to sport performance and exercise participation. On completion of this unit students will be able to: Examine motor skill learning and development; discuss the nature and measurement of personality in the context of sport and exercise; and identify the key psychological concepts of sport performance and exercise participation.
Content:
Fields of psychology: Introduction to cognitive and developmental psychology to sport and exercise;
Motor skill learning and development: Characteristics of skilled performance; theories of learning; movement control and the function of the brain; information processing; memory; transfer of learning; guidance and feedback in sport performance;
Personality and trait theories: Personality theory; socialisation theory; interactionist approach to sport and exercise;
Concepts of Sport and exercise psychology: anxiety, stress & arousal; self confidence & self esteem; attention & concentration; motivation.

SX10007: Sports performance 2

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 2

Assessment: PR60CW40

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10003

Aims & Learning Objectives:
On completion of this unit students will be able to:
* Demonstrate improved personal competence in a range of sports;
* Demonstrate cognitive and psychomotor competencies in specific sports;
* Demonstrate a basic understanding of the physiological, psychological, and organisational basis of specific sports;
* Analyse performance from the perspective of performer and coach/educator;
* Evaluate the employment of strategies, tactics and training principles applied in specific situations to prepare for, and improve performance;
* Demonstrate an understanding of the scope of interaction between a performer, coach educator and sports scientist.
Content:
Students will experience sport from the perspective of performer and coach/educator: the module will cover skill development sessions on 2 sports chosen from the following list: Invasion Games
*, Net/Wall Games, Striking/Fielding Games, Aesthetic Activities, Aquatic Activities, Atheletics Activities and Combat Activities.
The rules and regulations associated with each sport will be covered together with their interpretation and application with respect to improved personal performance.
Personal performance will be enhanced by the teaching and subsequent practice of tactics and strategies geared to the need of each individual. Physiological & psychological demands will be discussed, and opportunities for performance enhancement through the application of sports science highlighted.
Each sports course will include preparation for performance through a study of appropriate training principles and methods.

SX10011: Introduction to biomechanics

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW20EX80

Requisites:

While taking this unit you must take SX10001, and before taking this unit you must take MA10103 or have A-level Mathematics

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To provide students with basic scientific knowledge and understanding of biomechanical aspects of human locomotion and sport performance and to provide experience of carrying out simple biomechanical measurements.
At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular system and analyse co-ordinated human movements.
Demonstrate an understanding of kinematic analyses of general human movement and sport performance.
Use video cameras and simple measurement devices to record and analyse the linear kinematics of human movements in a directed group situation.
Identify the structure and content of biomechanical scientific reports.
Produce a biomechanical report.
Content:
Linear kinematics; displacement, velocity and acceleration in human walking, running, jumping and throwing. Projectile motion.
Neuromuscular structure and function of skeletal muscle; fibres and fibre types, nerve supply to muscle, sliding theory of muscle contraction. Production of force and factors affecting co-ordinated movements.
Basic techniques for analysing human movement; operation and use of video equipment, photocells and other techniques for motion measurements.

SX10021: Experimental design & data analysis

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX70CW30

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10031 and After taking this module you must take SX20034

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To develop a deeper understanding of experimental design, data collection, and analysis, exposing students to a variety of evaluative techniques and research methods. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Describe and appraise quantitative and qualitative research philosophies, designs, and methods.
Select and apply suitable research designs and methods for addressing specific research problems/ questions.
Prepare a research proposal.
Apply the appropriate techniques for the analysis and interpretation data.
Content:
麻豆传媒 Dimensions and Design and measurement error.
General linear models - simple ANOVA as an extension of the t-test.
Equivalence of regression approaches to t-test and ANOVA Factorial analysis of variance and analysis of covariance.
Multiple Linear Regression.
Non-parametric statistical techniques.
麻豆传媒 proposal development.

SX10031: Introduction to study skills and research methods

Credits: 6

Level: Certificate

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW40OT60

Requisites:

After taking this unit you must take SX10021 and take SX20034

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To introduce students to study skills and methods of analysis relevant to Sport and Exercise contexts using the scientific method. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Utilise a computer and appropriate software programs for word-processing, basic data processing and statistical analysis, and the retrieval of information through the world wide web (www).
Describe the various research approaches and designs, and the statistical (if appropriate) treatments accompanying them.
Demonstrate an understanding of how various research designs control for threats to validity and reliability.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of probability, null hypotheses, hypothesis testing, measures of central tendency and variability, and the Normal distribution/ sampling error.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of hypothesis testing and estimation methods.
Content:
Word processing; preparation of spreadsheets; use of statistical software packages; Retrieval of sources of information (library and www); 麻豆传媒 design and experimental control; levels of measurement, data, probability, populations and samples; inference; null and research hypotheses; Descriptive/ summary statistics, measures of central tendency and variability; Probability; Frequency & Probability Distributions; Student's t statistics; Estimation via confidence intervals - uncertainty and precision; Between- and within-subjects designs; correlation and regression; Non-Parametric / Distribution Free Statistics; Literature Reviewing

SX20009: Physiology of sports performance

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 1

Assessment: EX70PR30

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10001 and take BB10089 and take XX10044

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To introduce the concepts of physiological adaptation to training for sport and develop knowledge of associated basic laboratory techniques. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
* Demonstrate an understanding of how the body adapts to exercise and appreciate the specificity of training;
* Demonstrate and understanding of the appropriate techniques that are available for the investigation of changes that occur with regular training;
* Demonstrate an understanding of and be able to determine oxygen uptake, energy expenditure during exercise, mechanical efficiency, and peak power in a laboratory environment;
* Demonstrate an understanding of the physiological factors that limit performance across a range of different types of exercise.
Content:
Energy expenditure, measurement of work and power. Skeletal muscle; structure function and adaptations to training. Circulatory adaptations to exercise; adaptations to training. Respiratory responses to exercise; limitations to maximal performance. Acid-base balance. Physiology and principles of training; evaluating performance.

SX20010: Psychological dynamics of sport

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW50EX50

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10006

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To examine the psychological dynamics of structured sport environments and sports teams, in an attempt to understand those factors that contribute to, and inhibit successful performance. On completion of this unit, students should be able to examine and understand:
* The effects of competitive and co-operative sport environments upon performance and behaviour.
* The current theoretical and methodological issues that underpin the study of the sports environment.
* The contributing factors to the psychological dynamics of the sports team.
* The role of the sport psychologist in the provision of interventions to enhance team productivity.
Content:
Understanding Sport Environments: Positive and negative effects of competition and co-operation; sport oreintation and motivational climates; social factors influencing the competitive process (e.g. crowd / audience, home advantage, etc); leadership and coaching dynamics.
Personal and Situational Influences Upon Team Dynamics: A conceptual framework for the study of sports teams; team cohesion and performance; social loafing and productivity losses; collective efficacy and team performance.
Applied Interventions: Team goal setting, psychological profiling of teams / squads; team building techniques; fostering communication; developing role clarity; enhancing leadership.

SX20011: Introduction to human biomechanics

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW40EX60

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10001

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To provide students with basic scientific knowledge and understanding of biomechanical aspects of human locomotion and sport performance and to provide experience of carrying out simple biomechanical measurements. At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular system and analyse co-ordinated human movements.
Demonstrate an understanding of biomechanical concepts relating to general human movement and sport performance.
Use video cameras and simple measurement devices to record and analyse the kinematics of human movements in a directed group situation.
Identify the structure and content of biomechanical scientific reports.Produce a biomechanical report.
Content:
Neuromuscular structure and function of skeletal muscle; fibres and fibre types, nerve supply to muscle, sliding theory of muscle contraction. Production of force and factors affecting co-ordinated movements.
Linear kinematics; displacement, velocity and acceleration. Fundamentals of projectile motion.
Angular kinematics; rotation, angular displacement, velocity and acceleration.
Newton's laws of motion;
Basic techniques for analysing human movement; operation and use of video equipment, photocells and other techniques for motion measurements.

SX20015: Physiology of fitness and health

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX70CW30

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX20009 and take XX10044

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To introduce the physiological adaptations that occur as a result of regular exercise and to understand how these adaptations may improve health, fitness and well-being.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Understand some of the relationships between exercise, health and fitness.
Determine key aspects of health and fitness in a wide range of the population including specific groups such as the sedentary and elderly.
Evaluate the results of certain health/fitness tests and begin to prescribe forms of exercise that would elicit improvements in health/fitness.
Content:
Factors limiting health and fitness. Work tests to evaluate cardiorepiratory fitness. Training for Health and Fitness. Exercise and the musculoskeletal and Neauromuscular systems. Body composition Nutrition and Health.

SX20016: Psychology of exercise and health

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX50CW25OR25

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10006 and take SX20010

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To examine the psychological aspects that underpin exercise participation.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Explain the psychological benefits of exercise, the motives for exercise participation, and the strategies used to enhance exercise adherence.
Understand the harmful psychological problems associated with exercise participation.
Explain the work of the exercise profession to promote physical activity, and address exercise adherence issues from a public health perspective.
Content:
Psychological benefits of exercise: Mechanisms & hypotheses; self-esteem issues with exercise; mood enhancement profiling.
Exercise motivation: Theories of exercise motivation; exercise adherence; applied motivational interventions; exercise climate - theory and manipulation by instructors & fitness leaders.
Issues of psychological well-being: Harmful psychological effects of exercise; exercise addiction; over-training; eating disorders; special populations & exercise issues (e.g. obesity).
The Exercise Professional: Prediction and measurement of exercise adherence; promotion of exercise; GP referral schemes and exercise prescription.

SX20029: Study year abroad

Credits: 60

Level: Intermediate

Academic Year

Assessment: OT100

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
(i) To assist the student to develop communication skills and to develop the ability to work in an environment with an unfamiliar culture.
(ii) To develop the self confidence and maturity to operate effectively with people from a different cultural background.
(iii) In the case of students attending courses taught and examined in a foreign language, to develop the appropriate language skills for study in the host language.
(iv) In the case of students attending courses taught and examined in English, to develop general communication skills in the host language.
Content:
The student should follow a course equivalent to 60 麻豆传媒 credits. Programmes of work will be decided by negotiation between the Director of Studies at Bath, the host University and the student. Courses should not duplicate courses given in the Bath degree but should complement the Bath programme. Language courses and courses relating to aspects of the host country should be considered in addition to the Sport and Exercise topics.

SX20030: Industrial placement

Credits: 60

Level: Intermediate

Academic Year

Assessment: OT100

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
(i) To provide practical experience in the application of knowledge and skills gained at University, by working on a significant research project or other professional activity in an approved laboratory or organisation working in Sport and Exercise Science related activities.
(ii) To develop skills in oral and written communication, time management, problem solving, group working and decision making.
Content:
The content varies from placement to placement. In choosing the placement, the University will try to ensure that the project offers adequate opportunities for the student to demonstrate competence in a significance number of the following skills. Application of academic knowledge, Practical ability, Computational skill, Analytical and problem solving skill, Innovation and originality, Time management, Writing skills, Oral expression, Interpersonal skills, Responsibility and reliability.

SX20032: Basis of sport biomechanics

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW40EX60

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX20011 and take SX10021

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To provide students with the knowledge and experience of the scientific concepts of human and sport biomechanics.
Angular kinematics; rotation, angular displacement, velocity and acceleration in human locomotion and sport.Relationship between linear and angular motion.
Linear kinetics; force, work, energy, power and inertia in human movement.
Angular kinetics; torque, levers, moment of inertia, angular momentum in sport.Video, EMG and Force plate analysis for the analysis of human movement.
Angular kinematics; rotation, angular displacement, velocity and acceleration in human locomotion and sport.Relationship between linear and angular motion.
Linear kinetics; force, work, energy, power and inertia in human movement.
Angular kinetics; torque, levers, moment of inertia, angular momentum in sport.Video, EMG and Force plate analysis for the analysis of human movement.
At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
Interpret angular kinematics of human movement and sport performance.
Demonstrate an understanding of kinetic data in general human movement and sport performance.
Use kinematic and kinetic measurement devices to record and analyse human movements in a directed group situation.
Present a biomechanical report.
Content:
Angular kinematics; rotation, angular displacement, velocity and acceleration in human locomotion and sport.Relationship between linear and angular motion.
Linear kinetics; force, work, energy, power and inertia in human movement.
Angular kinetics; torque, levers, moment of inertia, angular momentum in sport.Video, EMG and Force plate analysis for the analysis of human movement.

SX20034: 麻豆传媒 and communication skills

Credits: 12

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW100

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10031 and take SX10021

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To develop a critical analysis of sport and exercise science related literature and gain experience in preparing and presenting scientific reports in a variety of communication modes. On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
Locate, select, retrieve, collate, analyse and synthesise literature and data from secondary and primary sources to inform specific research questions, or to solve problems using an evidence-based practice approach.
Demonstrate an appreciation and basic understanding of a variety of statistical analyses adopted in the primary literature.
Demonstrate an appreciation of the skills required to critically appraise scientific papers/ reports/ documents.
Demonstrate a critical appreciation of how to write a scientific paper.
As part of a team, undertake a Critically Appraised Topic (CAT) and communicate the findings in an oral presentation and in written form.
Defend the CAT and respond appropriately to critical questions.
Content:
麻豆传媒 design including Randomised Controlled Trials; Literature searching and critical reviewing; How to read a paper; How to write a paper; How to give a presentation (oral or poster); The use of PowerPoint, Word and Excel to create OHP and projected presentations; 麻豆传媒 proposal development; Qualitative designs and methods.

SX20035: Performance assessment

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW60PR40

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To extend the students' laboratory based practical skills in the areas of sport and exercise biomechanics, physiology and psychology. On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
Describe the principles of quality control and quality assessment from a laboratory perspective.
Conduct appropriate biomechanical testing using prescribed methodologies and techniques.
Undertake a wide range of sports physiology tests on athletes.
Utilise psychological tests to assist athletes and others to improve their performance.
Content:
Biomechanics: Motion analysis systems; force plate analysis; electromyographic analysis of movement; match/game analysis.
Physiology: Lactate, glucose, blood gas analysis; VO2 max testing; running economy, critical power testing, laboratory based and portable gas analysis systems.
Psychology: Profile of mood states, biofeedback (EEG, EMG, GSR).

SX20042: Directed readings in sport science

Credits: 6

Level: Intermediate

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX100

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX20034 and in taking this unit you cannot take EG20030

Aims: To enhance the students' knowledge and understanding of aspects of psychology, physiology, and biomechanics through selected directed readings related to training in sport.
To encourage students to gain a multidisciplinary appreciation of aspects of sport science so as they can synthesise and apply scientific principles to sport training practice.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the unit, students should be able to:
Select and relate appropriate sport training techniques and methods. Explain scientific principles of various psychological, biomechanical, and physiological techniques as they relate to sport training.
Skills:
Interrogation and synthesis of scientific information (facilitated and assessed).
Independent learning (facilitated.)
Written communication (assessed).
Oral communication (facilitated and formatively assessed).
Content:
Directed readings in sport science encompassing the following areas of study; the training of perceptual motor skills, mental skills training, analysis and development of techniques, posture and proportionality, strength and power training, flexibility, speed training, and anaerobic and aerobic training.

SX30022: Exercise physiology

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW30EX70

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX20009 and take SX20015 and take SX20035

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To examine the physiological systems involved in various forms of exercise and to consider the approaches that have been used to overcome or minimise potential limitations to performance.
At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of (i) the physiological strain induced by performance of exercise in different ambient temperatures and atmospheric pressures, and (ii) the associated adaptation to exercising in these environments.
Demonstrate an understanding of (i) the metabolic changes induced by specific forms of exercise, often in specific circumstances / environments and (ii) other factors that potentially limit performance of various forms of exercise.
Demonstrate an understanding of the role of potentially important macro- and micronutrients in enhancing performance and facilitating recovery from various forms of exercise.
Content:
Exercise at altitude: acute physiological effects of altitude and effect on performance, adaptation to altitude and effect on performance at altitude and on return to sea level.
Thermoregulation: temperature regulation in hot, cold and humid environments and associated acclimatisation.
Metabolism: substrate metabolism during prolonged exercise and the role of macronutrient supplementation (carbohydrate and fat).
Protein requirements: protein requirements during various forms of exercise and the effect of protein supplementation.
Ergogenic acids: an overview including examples of specific ergogenic acides.
Exercise and immunity: exercise-induced disturbance to immunity and the role of nutritional intervention.
Exercise and oxidative stress: the effect of exercise-induced oxidative stress and the role of nutritional intervention.

SX30023: Psychology of elite sports performance

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 1

Assessment: EX50CW50

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX20010 and take SX20016

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To understand the psychological preparation of the elite sports performer. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the contribution psychological concepts make to elite performance. Assess the individual needs of an athlete, and make recommendations concerning particular strategies of psychological preparation for their sport. Understand the issues of practice, ethics and professional conduct when working with elite performers.
Content:
Psychological demands of the elite performer: Arousal, stress & anxiety of elite performance (theories & research); self-confidence - problems and enhancement; motivational challenges; attention / concentration demands and flexibility.
Mental preparation for performance: Psychological assessment models & tools; stress-management techniques; attention-focus training; development of self-confidence; goal setting with elite performers; intervention packaging and programmes; monitoring & evaluation of techniques. Professional Elements: Issues of practice; codes of ethics & conduct; professional organisations (BASES. BPS).

SX30024: Sport biomechanics

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW50EX50

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX20032

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To understand and apply scientific concepts in biomechanics in the analysis of sport and exercise movements. To interpret data in a way that is useful to sports scientists and coaches. To appreciate the role of modelling in biomechanics. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Interpret ground reaction forces in sport and exercise activities.
Determine internal joint forces and muscle moments using inverse dynamic and quasi-static techniques.
Evaluate methods for determining human body segmental inertia parameters.
Demonstrate an understanding of the influence of data processing and error in kinematic and kinetic data management.
Assess technique using kinetic analyses to determine the role and function of specific muscle groups in dynamic human activity.
Demonstrate an understanding of the role of modelling in biomechanics.
Content:
Application of biomechanical principles to the understanding and analysis of selected sport or exercise activities.
Sources of errors in biomechanical measurement.
The use of kinematic and kinetic analyses for enhancing understanding of technique in sporting and exercise activities.
Future directions in biomechanics.

SX30025: Sports medicine

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW100

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To study the cause, range, recognition, nature, treatment and prevention of sporting injuries and illnesses and the impact of legal and illegal drugs on sporting injuries. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Recognise and describe the treatment and rehabilitation of a number of common injuries of soft tissues bones and ligaments.
Describe the use of different therapeutic drugs for treating the more common sporting injuries.
Explain the common methods used to prevent injuries in various sporting activities.
Content:
Managing sports injuries - a system approach.
Emergency procedures - ABC.
Assessing sports injuries.
Treatment modalities; cryotherapy; ultrasound.
Preventing sports injuries; rules, protective equipment.
Injuries to specific sites; shoulder, arm chest, knees, ankle, head, back.
Sports specific injuries; running, football, rugby, athletics.
Health conditions related to sport; HIV, Hepatitis B.

SX30026: 麻豆传媒 Project Analysis

Credits: 12

Level: Honours

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW10OR15RT75

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To complete the data analysis and interpretation phases of a research project and to produce a final research project report. At the completion of this unit students should have:
Produced the results and discussion sections of their individual research project.
Produced a final research project report.
Defended their project work in a viva-voce examination.
Content:
A final report will be produced including an abstract, introduction and review, methods, results, discussion, references and appendices sections. The report should contain evidence of (a) Application of knowledge and skills acquired during the course and (b) Further study of current research positions in the field of the project. The student will defend the report and it's conclusions at a 'viva-voce' examination. (Maximum project size 10,000 words)

SX30027: Physical Activity and Health across the Human Lifespan

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX100

Requisites:

In taking this unit you cannot take SX30040

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To allow students to actively engage in current debates within Sport and Exercise Science in any area that has the potential to affect health and quality of life throughout an individual's lifetime. On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to synthesise current opinion on various complex unresolved arguments in Sport and Exercise Science that have the potential to affect health and quality of life at any stage of an individual's lifetime.
Demonstrate the ability to use an evidence-based approach to draw together various lines of evidence that both support and refute alternate perspectives of current controversies.
Content:
Lectures provide contextual information and introduce the different problems/debates covered during the unit. Contextual information includes; epidemiology of physical activity and chronic diseases, changing population demographics and the 'greying' society, economic implications of physical inactivity/changing population demographics, and principles and practice of behaviour modification strategies. The problem-based learning sessions address topical controversies in Sport and Exercise Science that are relevant to the aims of the unit, including controversies that are partially resolved and others that are far from resolution.

SX30033: 麻豆传媒 project development

Credits: 12

Level: Honours

Semester: 1

Assessment: CW10OR15RT75

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX10021

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To develop a research project proposal, and to plan and collect data to support the proposal. At the completion of this unit students should have:
Planned and produced a research project proposal.
Discussed and agreed the overall project design.
Written an appropriate review of literature.
Planned and collected data.
Written the methods section of the final report.
Content:
Development of research ideas. Each student will prepare a research proposal for the project in a chosen topic of study. Each student will have an individual project but may be required to produce plans for co-operative work with other students in some areas of data acquisition. Writing a research proposal. Choosing an appropriate experimental design and statistical analysis. Presentation of research project in written and oral format. Collection of project data. Production of literature review and methods sections of the project.

SX30036: 麻豆传媒 seminar

Credits: 3

Level: Honours

Semester: 1

Assessment: EX100

Requisites:

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To extend knowledge and highten awareness of a range of contemporary sports and exercise science issues including developments in technology and global sport. On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of contemporary issues facing sports and exercise science and scientists.
Demonstrate awareness of current issues particulary relevant to sport developments in the United Kingdom.
Content:
Ten seminar presentations over two semesters in selected research based topics given by departmental and visiting research staff.

SX30037: Directed study

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW60OR40

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX30022 and take SX30023 and take SX30024

Any two of the above three pre requisites.
Aims & Learning Objectives:
To extend knowledge and understanding of selected aspects of SX30022, SX30023, SX30024 and to critically review other topics outside the scope of the laboratory environment. On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
Demonstrate an in depth knowledge and understanding of selected topics in sport and exercise biomechanics, physiology and psychology.
Content:
Directed topics in sports and exercise biomechanics, physiology and psychology to include computer simulation of human movement and sports equipment, altitude adaptations and training principles, ethics and confidentiality in sports psychology.

SX30038: 麻豆传媒 seminar

Credits: 3

Level: Honours

Semester: 2

Assessment: EX100

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX30036

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To extend knowledge and heighten awareness of a range of contemporary sports and exercise science issues including developments in technology and global sport. On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
Demonstrate understanding of contemporary issues facing sports and exercise science and scientists.
Demonstrate awareness of current issues particularly relevant to sport developments in the United Kingdom.
Content:
Ten seminar presentations over two semesters in selected research based topics given by departmental and visiting research staff.

SX30040: Theoretical biomechanics

Credits: 6

Level: Honours

Semester: 2

Assessment: CW100

Requisites:

Before taking this unit you must take SX30024

Aims & Learning Objectives:
To synthesise and apply scientific concepts in sport and exercise biomechanics and to appreciate the contribution of methodological advances in analysing human motion. At the completion of this unit students should be able to:
Demonstrate effective integration of written material in biomechanics.
Content:
Directed research level biomechanics reference material including texts in three dimensional analysis, motor control, inertia parameters, computer simulation, non-rigid body modelling, elite sport performance, and measurement accuracy and reliability issues.

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