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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description
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This module will analyse and provide an understanding of some of the key technologies currently used in the field of sports science and health. Students will examine the scientific principles underpinning various sensing and measurement technologies as well applying these principles to different athletic and clinical populations.
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Learning Outcomes |
1. Describe and evaluate different technologies currently used in health and human performance
2. Explain the practical applciations and limitations of the current sensing and measurement technologies available
3. Apply and implement the use of various technologies in different clinical and athletic populations
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
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| Lecture | 30 | No Description | | Lab | 40 | No Description | | Independent learning | 30 | No Description | | Assignment | 25 | Group project | | Total Workload: 125 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Teachnologies and measurement techniques.
GPS, Accelerometry, Inclinometry, Sensecam, Dartfish, E-Diaries, Equivital, Cosmed K4.
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| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | % |
| Course Work Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
| Group assignment | Application of technologies to a specific popluation | 60% | Week 12 | | Laboratory | Measurement Techniques | 40% | Week 8 |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
| This module is category 1 |
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Indicative Reading List
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- Australian Sports Commission: 2000, Physiological Tests for Elite Athletes, Human Kinetics, `0-7360-032-6
- Peter J. Maud and Carl Foster: 1995, Physiological Assessment of Human Fitness, Human Kinetics, 0-87322-776-X
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Other Resources
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| SSH | BSc Sport Science and Health |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for SS125 |
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