Course Objectives

The course will analyse and describe the physiological adaptation to various types of training. Students will develop their understanding of concepts, theories, principles and methods for the planning and execution of training. The course also stresses a comprehensive approach in which all of these factors play an important role in the practical work carried out by the trainer.

Course Description

• Work physiology
• Specific requirements and capacity analyses for various levels
• Training methods and exercise-planning for various levels
• Bio-mechanics and motion analysis
• Testing
• Sports injuries
• Food and nutrition

Learning Methods

Four hours of lectures per week in the autumn and spring semesters, in conjunction with seminars and laboratory exercises.

• Lectures
• Learning through practical activities and motion analyses
• Testing / laboratory exercises

Subject material in the form of relevant literature is recommended, concerning the themes and questions which will be examined. Students will be divided into groups and receive written assignments which they will present, concerning problems related to the subject, related to the chosen sport of their Specialised Study.

Assessment Methods

Portfolio assessment: Four laboratory reports- pass/fail. Three written essays related to curriculum themes, in which it is expected that students integrate the empirical and theoretical material. Grades are given on each essay, which together constitute the final grade.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean