The Science and Methodology of Sport Training Conditioning Programs

Description

This course offers students the opportunity to apply their foundational knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology and biomechanics to strength and conditioning principles and programming. Designed for students seeking to enhance their understanding of the role of exercise professionals in high-performance athlete development, students will explore foundational strength and conditioning methods during hands-on laboratory experiences. Students will develop their ability to conduct performance assessments and coach high-performance athlete development training programs. Learning Hours: 126 (36 Lecture, 18 Practicum, 72 Private Study) Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and registration in a KINE Plan and KNPE 227 /3.0. Corequisite KNPE 254 /3.0. Course Learning Outcomes: - Apply anatomy, exercise physiology and biomechanics knowledge to human movement, athletic development and strength and conditioning programs. - Describe the different professional pathways for exercise professionals and define the scope of practice for personal trainers, strength and conditioning coaches and sports medicine professionals. - Select, administer, and interpret appropriate tests and measurements to assess athletic performance and areas for improvement and/or training. - Demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively coach resistance training exercises by providing appropriate cues, progressions and regressions to key movement patterns. - Understand and integrate periodization training models into strength and conditioning programs. - Use sports performance technologies to develop and monitor individualized training programs. Assessment/Exam Context: Course assessment and examinations vary by course; Queen's notes that eligible exchange students whose first language is not English may receive extra final-exam time. Exchange Registration Note: Arts and Science courses are open to exchange students subject to prerequisites and space. Most courses should be in Arts and Science; other faculties may be limited. Education, Medicine, and Nursing are not open to incoming exchange enrolment.