James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023
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SP1012 - Exercise and Sports Testing
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2023 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 4 |
| Prerequisites: | SP1011, BM1061, (SP1003 or PY1106) AND BM1062 - BM1062 allow concurrent |
| Administered by: | College of Healthcare Sciences |
Subject Description
- This subject will provide the physiological basis, practical skills and scientific knowledge necessary to evaluate metabolic responses, sport performance, physical fitness and health outcomes in laboratory and field settings when undertaking exercise and sports testing
Learning Outcomes
- Explain and apply the principles for physiological testing procedures that are relevant for sport, fitness and health for a variety of populations
- Construct and administer physiological testing sessions in a laboratory and/or field setting
- Interpret scientific results of health, exercise and sport testing assessments
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
- Written > Case study analysis - (10%) - Individual
- Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (50%) - Individual
Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.
Special Assessment Requirements
Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties; pass ALL skill competencies within the practical exams.
Availabilities
Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Study Period 2, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Aug 2023 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 24 Jul 2023 to Friday, 17 Nov 2023 |
| Coordinator(s): | Professor Anthony Leicht |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Denise Turner Professor Anthony Leicht |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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