Module Details
| Module Code: |
PHIO |
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Module Title:
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Strength and Conditioning
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Title:
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Strength and Conditioning
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| Module Level:: |
6 |
| Module Coordinator: |
Myles Kelly
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| Module Author:: |
Brian Dunne
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| Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to provide students with a scientific understanding of key strength and conditioning concepts and methods currently used in sport
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Apply and analyse training drills to develop the performance-related components of fitness and demonstrate an understanding of the scientific principles underpinning such training |
| LO2 |
Develop the appropriate coaching and instructional use of resistance training to develop muscular strength, power and muscular endurance |
| LO3 |
Demonstrate an understanding of and apply advanced strength and conditioning concepts e.g. Olympic Lifting, PAP, Plyometrics, HIIT, Training running mechanics etc |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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| No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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| Indicative Content |
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Resistance Training:
(i) biomechanical principles of resistance training – joint loading, system loading, forces, centre of gravity; analysis of resistance exercises to develop appropriate load technique and load for muscular development and rehabilitation.
(ii) resistance training for specific sports;
(iii) Olympic lifts – teaching technique and progression
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Plyometrics :
scientific principles of plyometric training (stretch shortening cycle), basic plyometric exercises, medicine ball drills, sport-specific plyometric drills, safety considerations, designing plyometric programmes
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Speed/Agility/Quickness (SAQ):
science and application of SAQ training, sprint training, acceleration/deceleration, reaction/quickness training, application of SAQ principles to different sports
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Endurance training :
review and conduct training methods for aerobic and anaerobic endurance training and lactate threshold training
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Practical | 50.00% |
| End of Module Formal Examination | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
| End of Module Formal Examination |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description
Failed practical exam - Repeat practical exam
Failed written paper - Repeat written paper
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
| Practicals |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
6.00 |
6 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Jeffreys I, Moody J.. (2016), Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance, Routledge.
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Bompa, TO, Buzzichelli CA. (2018), Periodisation, Theory and Methodology of Training, Human Kinetics.
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Haff GG, Tripplet NT. (2016), Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning.
| | Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Journal of Strength & Conditioning
Research.
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Journal of Strength and Conditioning.
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Wilmore, J.H., Costill, D. and Kenney,
W.L. (2020), Physiology of Sport and Exercise.
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