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SPC318: Periodisation and Planning

Module Title	Periodisation and Planning
Module Code	SPC318
Module Tutor	Stewart Cotterill
School	Sport and Exercise
CAT Points	15
Level of Study	6
Pre-requisites	Before taking this module you must pass SPC201
Co-requisites	None
Restrictions	None
Brief Description	This module builds upon the students’ knowledge of strength and conditioning principles to develop coherent and progressive developmental plans across all levels. Students will plan focusing on the variables of training, highlighting the importance of rest and recovery for progressive improvements in skill execution and performance. Training cycles, long-term planning, peaking for competition and talent identification and development will all be considered.
Indicative Syllabus	Principles and variables of training, preparation for training, session planning and periodisation, rest and recovery, training cycles, annual and multi-annual plans, talent identification and development, peaking for competition, developing strength, speed, power and endurance, the planning process and the athlete, evaluation and reflection.
Learning Outcomes	i. Knowledge and understanding On successful completion of the module the student should be able to: a) demonstrate a critical awareness of the variables of training and their importance for sport specific environments. b) critically evaluate literature in the area c) critically appreciate the importance of rest and recovery d) develop theoretically underpinned training programmes for sport performance. ii. Skills The learning activities associated with this module are intended to develop the following: Transferable skills: a) Problem solving b) Communication and literacy c) Independent learning and working d) Use of information and communications technology
Learning and Teaching Activities	Staff/student contact: 20% Student private study: 80%
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide)	001: 100% Coursework: Standard (3000 words 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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