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IDRSA1015

Theory and Methodology of Training

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Credits 7.5
Level Foundation courses, level I
Course start Autumn 2024
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement School exam
Special deadlines for course registration
Autumn: 2024-06-01

About

About the course

Course content

Through theory and practical exercises, students will acquire basic knowledge of theories and methodologies of training. The course focuses on both physical and athletic performance, as well as the health effects of various training programs. Students will work with training methodology and theory relevant to both sports and physical education. Students will work with different age groups and groups with different goals for skill development.

Learning outcome

The student will have basic knowledge of training theory, both in terms of performance development and in a health perspective. Training methodology and theory contains knowledge about how physical, technical and coordinative skills are developed. Students should be able to apply and discuss basic training principles in training planning, and further be able to carry out, document, analyze and evaluate training. Students will understand training methodology and theory in relation to different target groups, at different ages and different training contexts.

Learning methods and activities

3 hours of lectures/seminars each week.

Compulsory assignments

  • All courses connection with the course. Approved practice

Course materials

Announced at semesterstart

Subject areas

  • Physical Education
  • Social Sciences

Contact information

Course coordinator

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Sociology and Political Science