Resistance Training Principles and Practice

Course aim

The aim of this course is to apply foundation exercise science knowledge from anatomy, physiology and biomechanics to the design of safe, beneficial and functional resistance programs for athletes and healthy populations in the community and the work place

Course content

Effect of contraction types, velocity, muscle length and leverage on the production of force; mechanisms of muscle fatigue; effective and safe practices when using standard resistance training equipment; principles and types of resistance programs including plyometrics and circuit weight training; programming for specific populations including children, the elderly and athletes; resistance training activities for specific muscle groups.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
HLTH 1020	Human Anatomy 100

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Participation, Practical examination, Quiz, Written examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.