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James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023

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SP2200 - Exercise and Sports Testing

Credit points:03
Year:2023
Student Contribution Band:Band 4
Prerequisites:SP1001 AND (BM1061 OR MH1061) AND (BM1062 OR MH1062)
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, 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 all populations
  • construct and administer physiological testing sessions in a laboratory and/or field setting
  • interpret scientific results of exercise and sports testing assessments

Subject Assessment

  • Written > Examination - In class - (40%) - Individual
  • Written - Examination-in class - ECG tracing 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 1, Internal

Census date:Thursday, 23 Mar 2023
Study Period Dates:Monday, 20 Feb 2023 to Friday, 16 Jun 2023
Coordinator(s):
Professor Anthony Leicht
Lecturer(s):
Professor Anthony Leicht
Workload expectations:The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
  • 18 Hours - Tutorials - Synthesis sessions (includes invigilated assessment)
  • 28 Hours - Workshops - Practicals
  • 16 Hours - Online activity