Courses & Units
Health & Physical Activity ESP114
Introduction
The aim of this unit is to equip you with the knowledge and ability to
design and implement training programs for a range of populations
with varying health and fitness goals. This unit will cover modules
incorporating professionalism and safety in educational
environments, fitness instruction and health testing, providing
nutritional information, working with special populations, and
fundamental skill analysis. Health and Physical Activity provides a
foundation for you to develop the skills required to work as a health
and fitness professional in a number of different contexts.
Summary
| Unit name | Health & Physical Activity |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ESP114 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Mr Casey Mainsbridge |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- explain fitness knowledge and understanding through health screening, health assessment, and gym programming.
- demonstrate understanding of how to work effectively in sport and recreation environments, through the application occupational health and safety policies.
- provide healthy eating information in accordance with recommended guidelines to a broad audience.
- develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery.
- plan and deliver group exercise to broad populations.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 070199 | $498.00 | $498.00 | not applicable | $2,108.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Assessment | Examination - invigilated (centrally) (50%)|Test or quiz (20%)|Demonstration (30%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
|---|
The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities, as appropriate.