Module Details

Module Code: SPRT6013
Title: Aquatics: Swimming
Long Title: Aquatics: Swimming
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 8130 - Sports and Recreation
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will develop the student's skill level in the various swimming strokes and help to demonstrate competency in basic lifesaving techniques through practical experiential learning. Students of all swimming abilities, from non-swimmer to advanced are catered for in this module.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate proficiency in buoyancy flotation, water resistance, propulsion and sculling techniques.
LO2 Perform the four principal swimming strokes with high levels of technical competence and efficiency.
LO3 Discuss the main teaching points and common faults associated with the basic swimming strokes.
LO4 Apply basic water safety skills.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
12022 SPRT6013 Aquatics: Swimming
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Water confidence
Buoyancy, flotation, propulsion and sculling techniques in a safe, controlled environment.
Swimming ability
Skill development of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and inverted breaststroke including key teaching points and common faults. Identify the health benefits of swimming as a form of exercise and a life skill.
Water Safety
Introduction of basic lifesaving techniques of treading water, side stroke, straddle entry and surface dives through demonstration and practice.
Lesson Plans
Identify own areas of weakness and devise lesson plans based on the teaching points for these strokes. Complete a learning log outlining the key principles and techniques for all strokes learned in class.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 70
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Assessment Description
Practical assessment of front crawl, back crawl, breast stroke, inverted breaststroke, straddle entry, treading water and sidestroke. Note that this assessment element is inextricably related to the delivery; therefore the student is required to attend the practical sessions of this module in order to be re-assessed in this element.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Self evaluation on techniques with corrections and improvement drills outlined in the form of lesson plans.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class based theory Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Swimming pool sessions Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Readings, internet research, swimming practice Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class-based theory Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Swimming pool sessions Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Readings, internet research, swimming practice Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Dick Hannula, Nort Thornton. (2012), The Swim Coaching Bible, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 978073609408].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Blythe Lucero. (2011), The 100 Best Swimming Drills, 3rd. Meyer & Meyer, [ISBN: 978184126337].
  • Ruben Guzman. (2007), The Swimming Drill Book, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 9780736062510].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BSPRT_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Sport & Exercise Management 2 Elective
CR_BRECL_7 Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Leisure Management 2 Elective