Module Details

Module Code: SPRT6005
Title: Exercise & Wellness
Long Title: Exercise & Wellness
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 develops the knowledge and skills of the learner for prescribing, planning, implementing and evaluating safe and effective exercise programmes for groups and individuals to enhance their overall health and wellness.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain the relationship between physical activity, positive health and well being.
LO2 Create exercise modifications for special population groups in a regular exercise class.
LO3 Describe the characteristics of common chronic diseases and the implications for exercise programming.
LO4 Apply the key components of fitness and principles of training to training programme design.
LO5 Determine the significance of stress management for the health and wellness of clients
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).
Anatomy and Physiology
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
Fitness Assessment
Screening. Exercise history. Needs analysis.
Programme planning
Application of the components of fitness and the principles of training to the design of exercise programmes for individuals and groups.
Exercise programming for special populations
Older adult, pregnancy,cardiovascular disease, diabetes, asthma, hypertension, back care etc.
Lifestyle health behaviour
Alcohol, tobacco and drug use. Sleep hygene.
Stress Management
Cause of stress. Effect of stress on mood, body and behaviour. Stress management strategies.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,4,5
Assessment Description
Design an 8 week programme for an individual that encompasses physical fitness and wellness.
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
In-class exam based on the theoretical concepts covered in the learning outcomes.
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 Theory based Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent research and study 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 Theory based Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent research and study 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
  • Hoeger, W. and Hoeger, S.. (2012), Fitness and Wellness, 12th. Cengage Learning, Kentucky, [ISBN: 978128573315].
  • Tummers, N.E.. (2013), Stress Management: A Wellness Approach, Human Kinetics, Illinois, [ISBN: 978-1-4504-31].
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 Mandatory
CR_BRECL_7 Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Leisure Management 2 Mandatory