XNB282 Resistance Training
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| Unit code: | XNB282 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | XNB274 or HMB274 |
| Equivalent(s): | HMB282 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $2,040 |
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| Domestic tuition unit fee | $3,024 |
| International unit fee | $4,224 |
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | XNB282 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | XNB274 or HMB274 |
| Equivalent: | HMB282 |
| Coordinator: | Anthony Shield | aj.shield@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit will develop theoretical understanding and practical skills in strength and conditioning for general fitness. A combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills is required to enable the safe and effective prescription of appropriate exercise. This unit is designed to introduce you to theoretical concepts, apply them to practical situations and develop basic skills and competencies for implementation and prescription of strength and conditioning for general fitness. You will build on prior knowledge of functional anatomy and physiology to develop understanding of the acute physiological stresses and chronic adaptations to resistance training.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe the physiological basis of resistance training and the acute responses and chronic adaptations consequent to resistance training;
- Be able to plan, instruct and supervise well designed resistance training exercises and programs for a variety of performance and health goals while also understanding the common misconceptions and contentious issues in resistance training;
- Apply current peer reviewed scientific evidence and recognise the limitations of this evidence when prescribing exercise for resistance training.
Content
This unit covers the physiological bases of strength and power, the acute physiological responses to resistance training, the physiological adaptations consequent to chronic resistance training, the nature of the improvements / changes in strength, power and body composition that resistance training causes, basic principles of resistance training program design and how resistance training programs fit in with other types of physical training programs. There is also an emphasis on the development of critical thinking skills that should enable successful students to apply what they have learnt to the field of musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Learning Approaches
The unit will incorporate online lectures, practical demonstrations, and practice of strength training exercises. Successful students will be able to provide safe and effective advice regarding the prescription of resistance training programs, understand the rationale for that advice and have some awareness of the evidence base upon which such rationales are based. The practical component of the unit will focus on the development of instructional skills that will allow successful students to safely and effectively teach and supervise resistance training exercises. Significant time will be provided for you to practise these skills.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Assessment will be spaced throughout the semester to provide the opportunity for feedback on your learning to that point. Feedback in this unit is provided to you in the following ways:
- You will be provided with verbal feedback in practical classes
You are encouraged to communicate with the unit coordinator or unit tutor if you have any questions or concerns about the assessment items.
Assessment
Overview
Each assessment item is designed to measure your knowledge and mastery of professional skills related to the design and delivery of a range of resistance training exercises.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Portfolio A
This portfolio will comprise responses to study questions from unit materials.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Assessment: Demonstration
Assuming the role of an exercise professional in a practical setting, you will be tasked with leading a resistance training session. During this session, you are required to demonstrate a diverse range of resistance training exercises, incorporating proper techniques and safety measures. Additionally, you will provide clear, concise instructions on form and execution, offering constructive feedback to a client to ensure the correction of any errors.
Assessment: Portfolio B
This portfolio will contain a range of exercise programs (suitable for healthy adults) that the student develops across the course of the semester. These programs will be accompanied by an evidence-based rationale for decisions regarding exercise prescriptions.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
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Risk Assessment Statement
The unit has a significant practical component focused on resistance training and involves the lifting of weights, plyometric and other physical activities. However, the focus is on developing correct technique rather than a need to lift heavy weights. Consequently the risks are in accordance with low intensity exercise training. You should be prepared to participate in all physical activities each week unless a medical certificate is provided to indicate a valid reason why the activity is not possible.