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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title Health and Fitness 4
Module Code SS210
School School of Health & Human Performance
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Catherine Woods
Semester 2: Catherine Woods
Autumn: Catherine Woods
Module TeacherCatherine Woods
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
The purpose of this module is to increase the effectiveness of sport and exercise scientists in facilitating (i) physical activity adoption and/or maintenance through a brief intervention, and (ii) design of a training programme for sport based on scientific evidence.

Learning Outcomes
1. Understand adherence issues in physical activity
2. Use theoretical models of behaviour change to advise individuals on modifying their physical activity behaviour
3. Carry out a full exercise consultation
4. Incorporate what they have learned into their work practice
5. Detail the theory relating to a needs analysis, physiological testing, injury prevention and physical training for a chosen sport
6. Demonstrate effectiveness in working as part of a group



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture15Individual topic areas
Seminars10Practical consultation work
Independent learning45Practice consultations
Independent learning55Research, athlete testing, report writing
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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Exercise Consultation.
Evidence-Exercise Consultation.

Verbal and non-verbal communication skills for consultation.
Evaluation of exercise consultations as a form of intervention in clinical and community settings.

Exercise Prescription.
Fitness testing and programme design for competitive athletes.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
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
Indicative Reading List
  • Bess H. Marcus, LeighAnn H. Forsyth: 0, Motivating people to be physically active, 0736040641
  • W. Jack Rejeski, Elizabeth A. Kenney: 1988, Fitness motivation, Life Enhancement Publications, Champaign, IL, 0873229282
  • Edward T. Howley, B. Don Franks: 2007, Fitness professional's handbook, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 9780736061780
  • American Council on Exercise Staff, American Council on Exercise (Editor): 0, Group Fitness Instructor Manual, 1890720011
  • Steven N. Blair... [et al.]: 2001, Active living every day, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0736037012
  • Allan Bolton, Nigel Champion, Garry Egger,: 0, Fitness Leader's Handbook, 0713670290
  • Vivian H. Heyward: 1998, Advanced fitness assessment & exercise prescription, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0880114835
  • Allen W. Jackson... [et al.]: 0, Physical activity for health and fitness, 0736052054
  • National Association for Sport and Physical Education, an association of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance: 2005, Physical education for lifelong fitness, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0736048073
  • Larry D. Isaacs, Roberta L. Pohlman: 2004, Preparing for the ACSM health/fitness instructor certification examination, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0736042407
  • Russel R. Pate, Richard C. Hohn, editors: 1994, Health and fitness through physical education, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0873224906
  • U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity: 0, Promoting physical activity, 0736001522
  • American College of Sports Medicine; editors, Stephen J. Tharrett, Kyle J. McInnis, James A. Peterson: 0, ACSM's health/fitness facility standards and guidelines, 9780736051538
  • Steven J. Fleck, William J. Kraemer: 2004, Designing resistance training programs, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0-7360-4257-1
  • Vladimir M. Zatsiorsky, William J. Kraemer: 2006, Science and practice of strength training, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Ill., 978-0-7360-5628-1
Other Resources
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Programme or List of Programmes
SSHBSc Sport Science and Health
Timetable this semester: Timetable for SS210
Date of Last Revision21-SEP-06
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