James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023

SP2009 - Strength Training and Conditioning

Available to sport and exercise science students, physical education students and other students as approved by the Director of the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science.

Subject Description

This subject is designed to teach students the fundamental scientific principles and practices of muscle physiology relevant to strength training and conditioning for sport performance. There is an emphasis on the practical understanding of the metabolic responses to exercise in the design, implementation and instruction of training programs and drills/exercises for sport conditioning.

Learning Outcomes

• apply the principles and practices of strength training and conditioning for sports performance
• evaluate the physical capacity requirements of a sport
• describe the physiological responses of muscle to strength training and the procedures used in conditioning athletes to optimize physiological responses (both acute and chronic)
• apply the scientific principles of periodization of training for sport performance, demonstrating such knowledge in a laboratory setting

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (45%) - Individual
• Participation > Class participation - Individual
• Written > Problem task - (25%) - Group
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (30%) - Group & 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: achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties; participate in at least 80% of scheduled practical classes.

Availabilities