Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Medical and Health Sciences

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• Unit Title

  Principles and Practices of Resistance Training

• Unit Code

  SPS2203

• Year

  2017

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

• Unit Coordinator

  Mrs Kylie Anne CORMACK

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Description

This unit examines the structure and function of skeletal muscle. The primary focus is on the design and implementation of resistance training programs for improvements in sports performance and general health. Methods of developing muscular hypertrophy, strength, power and endurance are covered in lecture sessions and practical laboratories. On completion of this unit students will demonstrate competency in the design and instruction of resistance training programs. Students will plan and participate in supervised industry practice in an exercise and sport related industry.

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

Lectures and laboratories (semester 1) along with Industry Education (Practicum) in a supervised setting (semester 2).

Prerequisite Rule

(Students must pass 2 units from EBH1101, EBH1102 AND Students must pass 1 units from SPS1104, SPS1111)

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded SPS1202

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an ability to assess an exercise facility for appropriate safety features.
2. Demonstrate an ability to use and maintain core fitness industry equipment.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of a variety of testing procedures for assessing muscular function.
4. Describe the anatomy and physiology of skeletal muscle and the adaptations that occur following resistance training.
5. Design resistance training programmes for the development of muscular, hypertrophy, strength, power and endurance.
6. Differentiate between the programming needs of individuals from prepubesence to the aged participating in resistance training activity.
7. Plan and effectively participate in industry practice in a selected sector of the exercise and sports science industry.
8. Undertake risk analysis and instruct on the correct and safe techniques applicable to the major resistance training exercises.

Unit Content

1. Design and implementation of a circuit training class.
2. Development of muscular size, strength, power and endurance.
3. Function of skeletal muscle.
4. Industry practicum (30 hours) for Exercise and Sports Science including systematic observation, work experience and a project.
5. Maintenance of core fitness industry equipment and safety assessment of exercise facilities.
6. Physiological effects of resistance training.
7. Program design and periodisation of training.
8. Resistance training for pre-pubescents, adolescents and the aged.
9. Structure of skeletal muscle.
10. Techniques of the major weight training exercises.
11. Testing the muscular system using dynamometry equipment.
12. Undertake personal training with a client.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures and laboratories along with Industry Education (30 hour Practicum) in a supervised setting.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.

Core Reading(s)

• Coburn, J. W., & Malek, M. H. (2012). NSCA's essentials of personal training (2nd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

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