Module Details

Module Code: SPRT8007
Title: Physical Activity& Older Adult
Long Title: Physical Activity and Older Ad
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 8130 - Sports and Recreation
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module aims to equip the students with the necessary theoretical and practical skills to plan and deliver safe and effective exercise programmes for older adults (55+).
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the physiological changes and the common medical conditions that occur with aging and explain the importance of physical activity in attenuating age-related functional decline.
LO2 Articulate the case for investment in the area of physical activity for older adults based on sound demographic and economic data with reference to evidence based research and policy.
LO3 Critically analyse the design and delivery of a range of physical activity programmes for older adults across a range of settings.
LO4 Employ appropriate screening, assessment and testing protocols with regards to exercise programming for older adults.
LO5 Plan, deliver and evaluate safe and effective physical activity programmes for older adults.
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
Physiolgical aspects of aging
The physiological effects of age on the metabolic, cardiorespiratory and sensory functions of the body. The relationship between physical activity, sedentary behaviour and disuse on functional fitness, mobility, independence and quality of life.
Age related chronic diseases
A consideration of common chronic diseases for which age is a major risk factor; cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis, arthritis, dementia and physical fraility.
Exercise programming for older adults
Appropriate goal setting, screening and assessment procedures, components of fitness, principles of training, resourcing and exercise adaptations for the older adult. Application of the above to one case study group.
Ethical Considerations
Ethical responsibilities and principles relevant for working with older adults.
Demographics, policy and economics of aging.
Current demographic data. International and national social policy with regard to older adults. Political, social, medical and economic implications of decreased mortality rates in older age groups. Disproporionate cost of age related chronic disease on the economy. The economic and public health benefits of the compression of morbidity.
Care settings and support structures for non-independent older adults
The importance of psychosocial and environmental determinants with regard to participation in structured exercise. Use of evidence based research to explore strategies, barriers and facilitators to increase participation rates. The importance of multi-agency involvement in intervention design and delivery.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
An in-class examination to assess the student's knowledge in the theoretical elements of the module.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Each student will plan, deliver and evaluate a four week physical activity programme for a group of older adults. There will be a minimum of two contact hours per week and the setting will be one or a combination of CIT gym, CIT campus, Leisureworld gym or pool or a residential care setting. The delivery of this intervention will normally be in weeks 7-10 inclusive. The final project will be submitted in Week 12.
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 lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact The lab hour will be used for three elements of the programme. Practical learning, site visits and delivery of practical sessions by students to older adults. Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Not all of the practical sessions with older adults will be delivered during lab hours. Some sessions will be delivered outside of timetabled hours. 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 Class based lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact The lab hour will be used for three elements of the programme. Practical learning, site visits and delivery of practical sessions by students to older adults. Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Not all of the practical sessions with older adults will be delivered during lab hours. Some sessions will be delivered outside of timetabled hours. 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
  • Jones, C. Jessie., Rose, Debra J.. (2005), Physical activity instruction of older adults, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois, [ISBN: 9780736045131].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Claude Bouchard, Steven N. Blair, William L. Haskell, editors. (2006), Physical activity and health, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 978-0-7360-5092-0].
  • Albert W. Taylor, Michel J. Johnson. (2008), Physiology of exercise and healthy aging, Human Kinetics, Champaign, [ISBN: 9780736058384].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • Human Kinetics. all articles, Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, [ISSN: 1543-267X].
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BSPTE_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Sport and Exercise 2 Elective