Course - Training and Performance - BEV2006
Training and Performance
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About the course
Course content
The course will cover the basic principles for training adaptations in individuals at difference performance levels. The primary topics will be strength, endurance and technique training, but psychological factors will also be addressed in addition to how it influence performance. The effect of different types of training will be discussed in the context of how it influences performance in different sports.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student has
- knowledge of the basic training principles;
- knowledge of methods and tools for measuring performance and performance-determining variables;
- knowledge about physical growth and (performance)development throughout childhood and adolescence;
- basic knowledge on the effect of different types of physical training on performance in athletes;
- knowledge of basic principles of movement technique and tactics and how this can affect performance;
- basic knowledge on sports nutrition and its effect on training and performance;
- knowledge on the effect of the menstrual cycle and the use of hormonal contraceptives on training and performance;
- knowledge on specific challenges related to para sports and testing and training of para athletes;
- knowledge on specific challenges related to research and development in elite sports;
- insight into how elite sports and performance improvement may create ethical problems (e.g. body weight, burnout, doping).
Skills
The student
- can apply theories in physiology and motor learning to explain the effects of different types of training on physical adaptation and performance;
- is able to design a training program with the purpose of improving performance;
- can evaluate internal and external factors influencing the performance of an individual (e.g. heat, cold, and altitude) and make appropriate adjustments in a training program.
- is able to evaluate the effect of training with use of relevant tests.
General competence
The student is able, through writing and discussion, to disseminate theories and challenges within elite sports in addition to suggest and argue for relevant solutions.
Learning methods and activities
Up to 42 hours lectures/exercises/group work. Parts of the course may be taught in English.
Compulsory assignments
- Written assignments
Further on evaluation
Compulsory activities
- Two written submissions based on a case are carried out in groups and evaluated as passed/failed. It is required to hand in two out of two assignments and to get one out of two approved to be able to take the exam.
- The compulsory activities are approved for 4 years. With approved compulsory activities, the students resit the examination only.
Exam
- If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Human Movement Science (BBEV)
Human Movement Science (ÅBEV)
Recommended previous knowledge
BEV1011 and other BEV courses from the first semester.
Required previous knowledge
The course is reserved for students admitted to the bachelor's programme and one-year programme in Human Movement Science.
Course materials
Information will be given at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| BEV2004 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2011 |
| MFEL1050 | 2 sp | Autumn 2012 |
Subject areas
- Health Science
- Sport Science
- Human Movement Science