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LSM231: Sports Facilities Management

Module Title Sports Facilities Management
Module Code LSM231
Module Tutor John Humphreys
School Leisure
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites Before taking this module you must pass LSM131
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description This module examines the challenges of, and approaches to, the operation of indoor and outdoor sports facility operations, from facility design to programming and technical operations. It will enable students to understand how the sports facility manager meets the expectations of customers, sports bodies and other stakeholders through sound planning, design and technical operations
Indicative Syllabus The module considers how the planning, design and operation of sports facilities contribute to meeting the high standards of service, safety and technical operation required. The various requirements of sports’ governing bodies, legislation, safety standards, codes of practice and different user groups are examined, and their implications for the facility manager assessed. Technology and its application to such provisions as swimming pools, ice rinks, indoor dry sports and outdoor pitches are examined, including their contribution to sustainable management practices. Criteria for selecting materials and technology for sports facilities are assessed, along with the necessary practices for safe and effective operation
Learning Outcomes

i. Knowledge and understanding
On completion of this module students should be able to:
a) Understand the importance of integrated planning, design and operations for effective and sustainable management of sports facilities
b) Assess the implications of legislation, standards, codes of practice and customer expectations for the design and operation of sports facilities
c) Assess the appropriateness of a range of available materials and technologies for application in sports facility settings



ii. Skills 
Students will be given the opportunity to develop their key skills in the following areas during the course of this module:
a) Communication and literacy
b) Problem solving
c) Information and communication technology
Learning and Teaching Activities

Staff/student contact: 18% including lectures, group tasks and tutorials
Student private study: 82% including independent learning tasks as detailed in the module guide, preparation for lectures, undertaking and completing assignments.

Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 100% Coursework: Standard (4000 words or equivalent)
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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