Module Details

Module Code: SERV
Module Title: Physical Activity for Special Populations
Title: Physical Activity for Special Populations
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Myles Kelly
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to introduce students to the principles of exercise prescription and adaptation of activities for a broad range of population groups including those with chronic disease (e.g. children/older adults/pregnancy/asthma/diabetes/cancer).
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify and describe the multidisciplinary needs of various special population groups in relation to physical activity, exercise and physical fitness
LO2 Understand, design and implement safe and effective exercise programmes for various populations, to include appropriate screening and testing to meet individual needs, abilities and limitations
LO3 Critically review the role of exercise, functional fitness and a physically active lifestyle in disease prevention, health promotion and quality of life
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
8133 MTDS Adapted Physical Activity
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Pathophysiology and implications for sport and exercise
Pathophysiology of a range of conditions. Physiological implications of exercise on a range of population groups (children, adolescents, pregnant women, older adults, those with chronic diseases such as asthma, diabetes, respiratory disease etc) and reflection of this in programme planning and implementation. Identification of relevant nutritional adaptations/recommendations for specific populations.
Consultation Process
Needs analysis, goal setting, exercise adherence, behaviour change, managing expectations.
Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription For Special Populations
Exploration of the role of exercise, functional fitness and a physically active lifestyle in disease prevention, health promotion and quality of life. Application of the principles of training to specific populations. Development of cardiovascular/resistance training programmes for various population groups.
Fitness assessment
Identification of methods of fitness assessment and issues related to special population groups
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment50.00%
Practical50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The continuous assessment strategy may incorporate one or some of the following: essay, portfolio, presentation, reflective log, case study,written report.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
The practical assessment may include a portfolio/reflective log or the development and implementation of sample sessions for a particular population group. The practical component may also be linked to the continuous assessment element.
No End of Module Formal Examination
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.

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 Contact Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00 12
Practicals Contact Practical Class 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact Independent Learning Time 15 Weeks per Stage 5.93 89
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David P. Swain,Brian C. Leutholtz. (2007), Exercise Prescription, Human Kinetics, p.199, [ISBN: 9780736066808].
  • American College of Sports Medicine. (2017), ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, LWW, p.480, [ISBN: 9781496339065].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Claudine Sherrill. (1998), Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation, and Sport, Brown & Benchmark, p.706, [ISBN: 0697258874].
  • Stuart J. H. Biddle,Nanette Mutrie,Trish Gorely. (2015), Psychology of Physical Activity, Routledge, p.419, [ISBN: 9780415518185].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.
  • Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. Journal.
This module does not have any other resources
Discussion Note: