Outline

Overview

The aim of this unit is to provide students with an advanced understanding of strength and conditioning, preparing students to capably assess, program and monitor athletes over a full playing season. This unit will cover the physiological basis of advanced assessment and programming techniques, including the instruction of advanced lifts, use of both novel and advanced training methods and the implementation of technology in program delivery and athlete monitoring. A focus of Advanced Strength and Conditioning is the practical application of physiological constructs in the design and delivery of real-life programs, which students will experience throughout the teaching and assessment structure of this unit.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Movement Sciences
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	EXSS1040
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Shane Ball, s.ball@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Shane Ball, s.ball@sydney.edu.au
	Maris Lidums, maris.lidums@sydney.edu.au
	Sean Hardy, shar7470@uni.sydney.edu.au
	Jiuzhang Li, jiuzhang.li@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Josh Wooldridge, joshua.wooldridge@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 March 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Program Evaluation Report A Written report evaluating the effectiveness of a training program	30%	Formal exam period Due date: 10 Jun 2025 at 23:59	6-pages
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Program Evaluation B Individual report reflecting on the effectiveness of the training program	5%	Formal exam period Due date: 10 Jun 2025 at 23:59	1-page
Outcomes assessed:
Online task	Online Quizzes Two Canvas quizzes worth 5% each due Wednesday in weeks 7 and 13.	10%	Multiple weeks	10 MCQ per quiz
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Resistance Exercise Instruction Instruction of two advanced resistance exercises in week 11 or 12.	30%	Multiple weeks	20 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Online task	Early Feedback Task Canvas quiz #earlyfeedbacktask	0%	Week 03 Due date: 12 Mar 2025 at 23:59	10 MCQ
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Presentation Part A: Athlete Assessment Presentation A video presentation with slides uploaded to Canvas	20%	Week 08 Due date: 17 Apr 2025 at 23:59	8-minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Online task	Presentation Part B: Virtual Exchange Peer Review Students are required to review and provide feedback on a presentation of another group from the University of Florida	5%	Week 08 Due date: 17 Apr 2025 at 23:59	A brief survey including 20 review Q's
Outcomes assessed:
= group assignment ? = AI allowed ? = early feedback task ?

Early feedback task

This unit includes an early feedback task, designed to give you feedback prior to the census date for this unit. Details are provided in the Canvas site and your result will be recorded in your Marks page. It is important that you actively engage with this task so that the University can support you to be successful in this unit.

Assessment summary

Online Quizzes: Quizzes are to be completed during week’s 7 and 13. Each quiz is worth 5% and will cover online lecture material covered at the end of each lecture series.
The Early Feedback Task will be completed online in week 3. The Early Feedback Task is not compulsory.
Athlete Assessment Presentation: In groups of 4 or 5, students will create an 8-minute video consisting of powerpoint slides with narration. The video will provide an overview of athlete assessment data.
Virtual Exchange Peer Review: Students will review and provide feedback on an athlete assessment presentation of a student peer from the University of Florida.
Resistance Exercise Instruction: Students will instruct two advanced resistance exercises in their scheduled practical session in week 11 or week 12
Program Evaluation Report A: Remaining in the same group as for assessment item 2, groups will complete a written report evaluating the effectiveness of their training programs delivered in weeks 6 and 7.
Program Evaluation B: Students will complete a written report reflecting on key learnings resulting from the practical components of the course.
Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessments are required to be completed in the timeslot/by due date advertised on Canvas. Please note the dates/times required on Canvas. Special Consideration will be required for non-completion/non-attendance of assessments. Failure to complete any assessment (excluding the Early Feedback Task) will result in an absent fail grade. The online quizzes (excluding the Early Feedback Task) are considered one assessment task, therefore, students must attempt at least one online quiz to avoid an absent fail grade in this unit.

Assessment criteria

Result Name

Mark Range

Description

High distinction

85-100

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Distinction

75 - 84

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Credit

65 - 74

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Pass

50 - 64

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

Absent Fail

0 - 49

When you haven’t completed all assessment tasks or met the attendance requirements.

Cancelled

No Mark

When your enrolment has been cancelled.

Discontinued not to count as failure

No Mark

When you discontinue a unit after the relevant census date but before the DC deadline.

Discontinue – fail

No Mark

When you discontinue a unit after the DC deadline but before the DF deadline

Withdrawn

No Mark

When you discontinue a unit before the relevant census date. WD grades do not appear on your academic transcript

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Except for supervised exams or in-semester tests, you may use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessments unless expressly prohibited by your unit coordinator.

For exams and in-semester tests, the use of AI and automated writing tools is not allowed unless expressly permitted in the assessment instructions.

The icons in the assessment table above indicate whether AI is allowed – whether full AI, or only some AI (the latter is referred to as “AI restricted”). If no icon is shown, AI use is not permitted at all for the task. Refer to Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks for this unit.

Your final submission must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of automated writing tools or generative AI, and any material generated that you include in your final submission must be properly referenced. You may be required to submit generative AI inputs and outputs that you used during your assessment process, or drafts of your original work. Inappropriate use of generative AI is considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

The Current Students website provides information on artificial intelligence in assessments. For help on how to correctly acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the  AI in Education Canvas site.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to Olympic Lifts	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 01	Introduction to Olympic Lifts 1	Practical (2 hr)
Week 02	Movement Assessment in Athletic Development	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 02	Movement Assessment in Athletic Development	Practical (2 hr)
Week 03	Assessment of Physical Qualities	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 03	Assessment of Physical Qualities	Practical (2 hr)
Week 04	Advanced Assessment Technologies	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 04	Athlete Assessment Session	Practical (2 hr)
Week 05	Periodisation	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 05	Periodisation and Programming	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Resistance Training Programming 1	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 06	Athlete Training Session 1	Practical (2 hr)
Week 07	Resistance Training Programming 2	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	Athlete Training Session 2	Practical (2 hr)
Week 08	Speed, Agility and Change of Direction	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Athlete Monitoring 1	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Speed, Agility and Change of Direction	Practical (2 hr)
Week 10	Athlete Monitoring 2	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Introduction to Olympic Lifts 2	Practical (2 hr)
Week 11	Advanced Monitoring Technologies	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 12	Data Visualisation and Reporting	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 13	Professional S&C Coach Panel	Seminar (1 hr)
Week 13	Data Visualisation and Reporting	Tutorial (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

There are no attendance requirements but students are strongly advised to attend the practical and tutorial classes.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Assess - Identify the physical capacity needs of an athlete for a sport given their assessment profile.
LO2. Program – Design and deliver a single phase of a strength and conditioning training program to improve the capacity of an individual to meet the demands of their sport.
LO3. Evaluate – Assess the effectiveness of a training program to improve the physical capacities of an individual athlete
LO4. Report – Communicate the results of a training program to a multi-disciplinary team.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

The feedback received from the 2024 USS for this unit has been considered in re-designing the unit for 2025. In addition, a virtual exchange assessment with the University of Florida has been included in the re-design of this unit.

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Students must wear closed-in shoes (e.g. sneakers) to all practical classes. Students will be refused entry to practical class if closed-in shoes are not worn.

Students should come to practical class prepared to participate in exercise and wear appropriate clothing accordingly. In addition, this may include the wearing of masks and other personal protective equipment as advised by the unit coordinator and tutors, according to the recommendations by NSW Health and University policies.

Students will complete a work, health and safety checklist during their first practical class. Any student who misses this WHS checklist must complete it before attending their next practical class.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Current students

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Result Name

Mark Range

Description

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

EXSS2037: Advanced Strength and Conditioning

Semester 1, 2025 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Result Name

Mark Range

Description

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links