Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science - Training Methods (IDR133)
The course introduces exercise science, training methods and includes basic training theories for how exercise can be planned, implemented and evaluated to achieve the best possible performance outcome.
Training principles and training methods are presented through theoretical and practical sessions (lessons).
Course description for study year 2024-2025
Course code
IDR133
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
15
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
Norwegian
Content
- Basic training principles
- Training planning with traditional periodization, training demand analysis, and objectives of training
- Concepts and basic theory related to warm-up, endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, speed, agility, coordination and motor skills
- Practical testing of training methods to develop the qualities mentioned above
- Exercise duration and intensity management
- Principles of test selection and administration
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate must have knowledge of:
- Key terms, principles and recognized training methods used in exercise science.
- Theories related to warm-up, motor development and training of endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, speed, agility and coordination.
- Performance-determining factors in various sports.
- Age and gender-related differences and their consequences for exercise.
- Simple performance tests and test procedures, as well as principles for test selection and order.
Skills
The candidate must be able to:
- Determine sport demands and performe capacity profile analyzes, to determine "SMARTE" objectives for training in different sports.
- Prepare training sessions, Micro, Meso and Macro-cycle plans, based on objectives of training and demands of various sports.
- Apply the knowledge of intensity, volume and frequency to influence athletic performance.
- Demonstrate basic lifting techniques and training exercises for warm-up, strength, speed, mobility, endurance and coordination.
General competence
The candidate must be able to:
- Evaluate the use of recognized principles of periodization from individual and team sports.
- Critically evaluate activities and training programs and their possible effect on athletic performance.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
2 written exams
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exam 1 | 4/10 | 2 Hours | Letter grades | None permitted |
| Written exam 1 | 6/10 | 3 Hours | Letter grades | None permitted |
Two written exams. The first exam consist of two parts: general training principles and motor skills. The other also consists of two parts: endurance- and strength/power/speed- training. On each of the two exams, the two parts must both be assessed as passed to acheive a passing grade.
Coursework requirements
These are the mandatory assignments which students must pass to sit exams:
- Complete multiple-choice quizzes for repetition after 80% of the theoretical lectures prior to exam 1 and exam 2.
- Minimum 80% attendance in practical sessions.
- For exam 1: approved assignment in coordination and motor skills
- For exam 2: approved two assignments: one in aerobic training and one in strength/power/speed.
Each part consists of 1000-1500 words. If a part is not approved, one new attempt is given.
Students who have one or more of the assignments assessed as not approved on first submission are given the opportunity to resubmit the assignment(s) in an improved version. Students are not entitled to new tutoring hours when resubmitting.
