Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Assessment and Conditioning for Performance
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: SES09106
Module leader: Brendon Ferrier
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Sport Exercise and Health Science
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The module will contain a vast range of topics that you will cover. These topics include; Fitness: models and the concept of total fitness; specificity of fitness/training; physiological and psychological aspects of fitness. Endurance: aerobic endurance; energy systems; training systems; concepts and testing of maximum oxygen uptake and lactate threshold; MST; factors effecting maximal aerobic and anaerobic capacity; fatigue. Types of strength training: isometrics, isokinetics, eccentric & plyometrics. Principles of test construction; reliability and validity; criterion and norm referenced tests. Fitness assessment: tests of aerobic and anaerobic endurance, strength, power, speed, flexibility, agility and body composition. Use of field based protocols; training programme prescription; overtraining; ergogenic aids. All these topics will allow you to understand how to assess athletic performance, and provide an evidence based training program to help optimise this performance.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Contrast the components of fitness in a health, exercise and sports context.

LO2: Determine the effects of training on specific components of fitness.

LO3: Evaluate the components of fitness using a range of field and laboratory based techniques.

LO4: Choose and execute individual training programmes for improving health and fitness.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, Blended,
VIEW FULL DETAILS
Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Brendon Ferrier
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 In weeks 2-11 there will be a two hour lecture .
Face To Face Tutorial 15 In weeks 2-11 you will be provided a series of real world case studies to discuss within the class environment.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 15 In weeks 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9 there will be a series of practical sessions.
Online Guided independent study 60 You are expected to engage in reading, online learning activities and activities individually in preparation for workshops and practical sessions.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 90 In your chosen pairings, you are expected to engage in preparation time for the two assessments for the module. You are expected to engage in reading and learning activities in preparation for the two assessments for the module.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 40 1~2~4 Week 8 , WORDS= 2000 words Performing a detailed needs analysis is the first step in any training process. In a group of no more than three (a pair would be preferable), you are required to produce a written prose on the needs analysis for an athlete participating within a sport. The needs analysis is a two-stage process that includes an evaluation of the requirements and characteristics of the sport, including an assessment of the positional requirements. You will also need to consider the level at which you are going to be focussing your program upon. Based on the information presented in the needs analysis section, you will also be required to propose the scientific methods for physical testing and evaluation.
Oral Assessment 60 1~2~3~4 Week 13 HOURS= 15 minutes The second assessment for this module is a training programme dialogue. You are required to present an evidence-based training programme (15 minutes) for a sport and an individual athlete of your choice. As part of this assessment, you are also required to carry out a comprehensive battery of fitness tests in order to determine baseline levels of all relevant fitness components. The baseline testing results will help you identify athlete’s strengths and weaknesses that should then be used to inform the design of the training programme. During your dialogue, you will present the athlete's test results and how these results from your testing battery informed the design of your evidence based periodised training program. During this time, you will be required to logically defend your decision process through a dialogue with the assessment team. After your presentation, you will be provided with verbal feedback around the assessment and the presentation. This feedback will be recorded for future reference. Additional comments and marks will also be provided using the marking criteria form and uploaded to the submission box for all members to access, along with the recorded verbal feedback. This will be uploaded within 3 weeks of presentation.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100
2025/6, Trimester 2, IN PERSON,
VIEW FULL DETAILS
Occurrence: 003
Primary mode of delivery: IN PERSON
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Brendon Ferrier
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 In weeks 2-11 there will be a two hour lecture .
Face To Face Tutorial 15 In weeks 2-11 you will be provided a series of real world case studies to discuss within the class environment.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 15 In weeks 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9 there will be a series of practical sessions.
Online Guided independent study 60 You are expected to engage in reading, online learning activities and activities individually in preparation for workshops and practical sessions.
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 90 In your chosen pairings, you are expected to engage in preparation time for the two assessments for the module. You are expected to engage in reading and learning activities in preparation for the two assessments for the module.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 40 1~2~4 Week 8 , WORDS= 2000 words Performing a detailed needs analysis is the first step in any training process. In a group of no more than three (a pair would be preferable), you are required to produce a written prose on the needs analysis for an athlete participating within a sport. The needs analysis is a two-stage process that includes an evaluation of the requirements and characteristics of the sport, including an assessment of the positional requirements. You will also need to consider the level at which you are going to be focussing your program upon. Based on the information presented in the needs analysis section, you will also be required to propose the scientific methods for physical testing and evaluation.
Oral Assessment 60 1~2~3~4 Week 13 HOURS= 15 minutes The second assessment for this module is a training programme dialogue. You are required to present an evidence-based training programme (15 minutes) for a sport and an individual athlete of your choice. As part of this assessment, you are also required to carry out a comprehensive battery of fitness tests in order to determine baseline levels of all relevant fitness components. The baseline testing results will help you identify athlete’s strengths and weaknesses that should then be used to inform the design of the training programme. During your dialogue, you will present the athlete's test results and how these results from your testing battery informed the design of your evidence based periodised training program. During this time, you will be required to logically defend your decision process through a dialogue with the assessment team. After your presentation, you will be provided with verbal feedback around the assessment and the presentation. This feedback will be recorded for future reference. Additional comments and marks will also be provided using the marking criteria form and uploaded to the submission box for all members to access, along with the recorded verbal feedback. This will be uploaded within 3 weeks of presentation.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
SES09106 Assessment and Conditioning for Sports Performance
 

Related information