Module Details

Module Code: SPRT6003
Title: Aquatics:Intro to Water Safety
Long Title: Aquatics:Intro to Water Safety
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: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to help the student gain proficiency in lifesaving strokes, techniques and staged incidences with a view to attaining Pool Lifeguard accreditation. Emphasis is also placed on improving efficiency in advanced strokes and overall swim fitness.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply basic and advanced swimming techniques in water.
LO2 Execute a variety of lifesaving techniques with composure and efficiency.
LO3 Perform selected land and water based rescue techniques in a variety of challenging settings.
LO4 Analyse staged pool-based emergency situations and react in an appropriate and informed manner.
LO5 Demonstrate an improvement in swimming performance and swim-related fitness.
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).
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
Technique
Introduce different techniques, how to improve different elements of strokes. How to identify faults. A learning log outlining the key principles and techniques learned in class.
Practical performance
Demonstrate an advanced level of proficiency in swimming ability in basic and advanced strokes. Improve swim fitness.
Safety operating procedures for pools
Ensuring pool activities are conducted in a safe environment. Being vigilant of all pool users. Ensuring the pool surrounds are free from obstacles and hazards. Working as part of a team to ensure safety for all users. Staging of land and water based emergency situations for students to deal with as appropriate.
Lifesaving
The main lifesaving skills of head up front crawl, side stroke, inverted breast stroke, treading water and towing. Basic life support. Use of main types of rescue equipment e.g. throw ropes, reaching poles and spine board.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 70
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Practical swim exam of the following strokes; head up front crawl, breast stroke, inverted breast stroke, side stroke, treading water and towing under time constraints. 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 7 Learning Outcomes 2,4,5
Assessment Description
Theory of Aquatics including safety measures in the pool environment.
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 Classroom based theory learning Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Swimming pool sessions Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Library and internet based learning Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom based theory learning Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Swimming Pool Sessions Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Library and internet based learning Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Irish Water Safety/ILAM Ireland. National Pool Lifeguard Award Manual, Irish Water Safety.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Blythe Lucero. (2011), The 100 Best Swimming drills, 3rd. Meyer & Meyer, [ISBN: 978184126337].
  • Terry Laughlin with John Delves. (2004), Total immersion, Simon & Schuster, New York, [ISBN: 9780743253437].
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 3 Elective
CR_BRECL_7 Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Leisure Management 3 Elective
CR_BCSSP_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy 5 Elective