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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit addresses selected theoretical and practical skills related to individual and group exercise. Students will learn how to design and implement exercise programs for different fitness levels in a variety of contexts and fitness modalities. The unit focuses on the instruction and leadership of exercise sessions and is based on best practice to meet the specific health, fitness and/or sports performance goals of apparently healthy clients.
Students will undertake a work placement during the hours laid down by the host organisation and students may be required to attend after hours and on the weekends.
Students must have passed SPS2203
Unit was previously coded SPS1107
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
The unit will be largely practical in nature with supporting theory sessions and face-to-face lectures. Students will be required to complete a minimum of 30 hours work placement within the semester at the ECU sports centre gym at times negotiated with the supervisor and client.
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.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Examination ^ | Theory | 30% |
| Performance | Practical Performance | 30% |
| Practicum ^ | Internal Practicum Personal Training | 40% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit addresses selected theoretical and practical skills related to individual and group exercise. Students will learn how to design and implement exercise programs for different fitness levels in a variety of contexts and fitness modalities. The unit focuses on the instruction and leadership of exercise sessions and is based on best practice to meet the specific health, fitness and/or sports performance goals of apparently healthy clients.
Students will undertake a work placement during the hours laid down by the host organisation and students may be required to attend after hours and on the weekends.
Students must have passed SPS2203
Unit was previously coded SPS1107
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1.5 hour lab | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour practical class | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Work done in an actual workplace in which the student applies discipline-specific knowledge and skills, supervised by an industry professional separate from an ECU campus or location.
The unit will be largely practical in nature with supporting theory sessions and face-to-face lectures. Students will be required to complete a minimum of 30 hours work placement within the semester at the ECU sports centre gym at times negotiated with the supervisor and client.
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.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Examination ^ | Theory | 30% |
| Test | Practical Performance | 30% |
| Practicum ^ | Internal Practicum Personal Training | 40% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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