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SP5019: Health and Fitness Assessment

Module Title Health and Fitness Assessment
Module Code SP5019
Module Tutor Yvonne Hopkinson
School Sport and Exercise
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions Available only to student taking FdSc Sport (Fitness).

Cannot be counted with SPF203.
Brief Description

The aim of this module is to investigate how the components of fitness can be tested. The metabolic, cardiovascular and respiratory responses to exercise will be studied through a series of laboratory and field- based workshops. Students will explore current recommendations for screening participants and carrying out standardized fitness tests to evaluate the major components of fitness in order to prescribe appropriate fitness programmes.
Indicative Syllabus

The indicative content of the module will include: health screening, measurement issues; assessment of body composition and assessment of cardiovascular and respiratory response to exercise.
Learning Outcomes

A student passing this module should be able to:

  1. Display practical competency whilst working in a laboratory or field-based setting
  2. Identify different elements of a fitness evaluation including the energy costs of physical activity, cardio-respiratory fitness, body composition and muscular fitness and flexibility
  3. Demonstrate awareness of risks associated with exercise participation and testing.
Learning and Teaching Activities Scheduled Contact Hours: 30
Independent Learning Hours: 120
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 50% Coursework: Individual, standard written: 2000 words
002: 50% Practical Exam: Laboratory Examination: Examination
Special Assessment Requirements
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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