Course coordinator
Professor Sean Tweedy
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Human Movement & Nutrition Sci
The aim of this course is to provide students with a grounding in the principles underpinning professional practice in exercise science/exercise physiology. Content includes clinical notetaking, communication (interprofessional, peer to peer and practitioner/client), ethics, legal frameworks and industry structure. Students acquire practical experience in applying technical and professional skills through: supervised delivery of a personal training intervention over the course of the semester (approximately 20 hours of practical experience). The course also aims to assist students with decisions on career direction and major practicum through site visits to industry partners in corporate health, clinical services as well as community, fitness, health and sport settings.
Students entering this course will have foundation knowledge, skills and competencies in core areas of the exercise sciences - exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control, sport and exercise psychology, as well as exercise prescription and programming and technical skills.ﾠThe aim of this course is to:
- provide a context for the professional application of these skills (i.e., providing a personal training service to a fee-paying client);
- understand and apply the principles that underpin professional practice - scope of practice, ethics, law, communication - to enable students to transition from pre-professionals to professionals;
- to familiarise with the multiple professional pathways open to program graduates in order to facilitate practicum choices in the short term and career paths in the medium term.
Please note that as part of this course, students will be required to hold a valid Blue Card and (First Aid (CPR)) and have completed the HaBS Placement Safety Modules. Refer to the Placement Ready website for more information.ﾠ
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students are expected to have the following skills and understanding:
- proficiency in basic fitness assessment, as examined in EXMD2382
- exercise prescription for healthy adults, in particular to enhance cardiorespiratory fitness and strength, as taught in EXMD2362
- ability to recognise contraindications to exercise and signs and symptoms of an adverse response to exercise, as taught in EXMD2362
- principles of training adaptations and the effects of aging on exercise responses and adaptation, as taught in PHYL2730 and PHYL3732
- principles of behaviour change.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
[HMST2362 or HMST3362 or EXMD2362] + [HMST2382 or HMST3382 or EXMD2382] + First Aid (CPR)
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
HMST3372
Restrictions
BScApp(HMS-ExSc), BHMS(ExSc), BHMS/BBus, BExSS, BExSS/BBus, BExSS(Hons)
Course contact
Course coordinator
Dr Camilla Williams
Course staff
Lecturer
Professor Sean Tweedy
Dr Camilla Williams
Dr Ali Valdor
Facilitator
Mr Joshua Schnebele
Dr Camilla Williams
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
A week-by-week breakdown of pre-semester activities, lecture topics, tutorial topics and locations are provided on Blackboard.
Aims and outcomes
Students entering this course will have foundation knowledge, skills and competencies in core areas of the exercise sciences - exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control, sport and exercise psychology, as well as exercise prescription and programming and technical skills.ﾠThe aim of this course is to:
- provide a context for the professional application of these skills (i.e., providing a personal training service to a fee-paying client);
- understand and apply the principles that underpin professional practice - scope of practice, ethics, law, communication - to enable students to transition from pre-professionals to professionals;
- to familiarise with the multiple professional pathways open to program graduates in order to facilitate practicum choices in the short term and career paths in the medium term.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
communicate effectively and professionally with clients, supervisors, staff and work teams
LO2.
identify, define, analyse and implement strategies to combat issues of motivation and adherence for clients in the exercise setting
LO3.
identify career options or clinical contexts for practice in exercise science
LO4.
be able to apply foundation skills and competencies of exercise science in a professional context
LO5.
appreciate cultural, legal and ethical issues in the development and management of exercise programs and business plans
LO6.
develop interprofessional practice skills including role clarification, team functioning, interprofessional communication and client-centred care.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reflection, Tutorial/ Problem Set |
Professional Pathways & PBL Task
|
10% (Professional Pathways) Pass/Fail (PBL Task) |
22/07/2024 - 25/10/2024 |
| Performance, Practical/ Demonstration |
Client Training and Assessment Skills
|
30% |
29/07/2024 - 18/10/2024
Progressive assessment during training period |
| Project |
Draft and Final Personal Training Report
|
60% |
22/07/2024 - 4/11/2024
Draft program due 1 week following the client's initial assessment. SOAP notes, record of activities, programs and reflections are due within 48 hours of each personal training and group training session completed. These must be included as an appendix in your Final Report submission where indicated. The Final Report (which includes appendices of your Draft Program and other processes) is due at 4/11/2024 1:00pm. |
| Essay/ Critique, Participation/ Student contribution, Presentation, Project |
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Modules
|
Pass / Fail |
Check due dates on HABS1240 Learn.UQ site for this module. Assessment due 2 weeks after last allocated tutorial. |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Professional Pathways & PBL Task
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Reflection, Tutorial/ Problem Set
- Weight
- 10% (Professional Pathways) Pass/Fail (PBL Task)
- Due date
22/07/2024 - 25/10/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L03
Task description
There are 3 activities comprised within this assessment, which together, contribute up to 10% of your total grade. In order to receive any percentage for this assessment item, students must pass the third activity – an in-class PBL assignment (and students must pass the cultural safety component within the PBL assignment). The first 2 activities prompt reflection and future-planning in relation to placements. Activity/section 1 relates to HMST3001 (your first placement with ‘apparently healthy populations’ and activity/section 2 relates to HMST4314 (exercise science major practicum) or EXMD4701/4702 (clinical exercise physiology practicum). The task aims, descriptions, and marking rubrics for each activity are outlined further in the attachment.
Inspera Assessment will be used for the PBL assessment item. Unless you are notified to the contrary, this will be a non- invigilated on-campus assessment which you will complete using your own device. Further details, including an introduction to Inspera functionality, practice opportunities, and where to go for support, will be provided in the Blackboard site for this course. In the event of any disruption that prevents this scheduled assessment occurring as planned, the assessment specifics will be changed accordingly. The timing of the assessment may also be impacted.
The PBL activities will cover:
- Ethics
- Scope of practice
- Exercise implications of medications
- Risk assessment
- Duty of care
- Insurance
- Confidentiality
- Cultural & Linguistic Diversity
- Cultural safety
Hurdle requirements
The in-class problem-based learning assignment is a Pass/Fail assessment task. Students who pass the assignment and who pass the cultural safety component of the assignment will receive a course grade based on the marks achieved in the remaining assessment items. Students who do not pass the assignment and/or the cultural safety component will be required to complete a face-to-face viva on the relevant material and, if passed, the student will receive a course grade based on the marks achieved in the remaining assessment items. Students who fail the viva will be eligible to pass EXMD3372 with a maximum grade of 3 (if the remaining assessment in the course would result in a grade of 4, 5, 6 or 7).Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Professional Pathways (1st and 2nd activities): You may be able to apply for an extension.
In-class PBL Assignment (3rd activity): You may be able to defer this exam.
Client Training and Assessment Skills
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Performance, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
29/07/2024 - 18/10/2024
Progressive assessment during training period
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L04, L05
Task description
Students interactions with their client over the course of the training period will be assessed by their allocated supervisor. Students are assessed based on their ability to conduct an initial and final assessment demonstrating their technical skills and competencies and their ability to design and deliver a safe, effective and client-centred exercsie intervention. Students will receive verbal feebdack from their supervisor on a weekly basis and then a final mark at the end of the semester. Only the final mark is counted.
Submission guidelines
Tutors directly assess student performance in real-time and submit directly to the course coordinator.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
What to do if I’ve missed a compulsory practical (including the initial and/or final assessment)?
Students are permitted to miss zero practicals for EXMD3372 without receiving approval.
If you are unable to attend for medical or extenuating circumstances, you are required to complete an absentee form and email the form as soon as possible to your course co-ordinator, Camilla (camilla.williams@uq.edu.au) and block coordinator, Josh (j.schnebele@uq.edu.au) within two calendar days of the missed practical.
Failure to attend compulsory practicals session without an approved absence will result in a grade of zero for this assessment piece.ﾠ
Draft and Final Personal Training Report
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Project
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
22/07/2024 - 4/11/2024
Draft program due 1 week following the client's initial assessment.
SOAP notes, record of activities, programs and reflections are due within 48 hours of each personal training and group training session completed. These must be included as an appendix in your Final Report submission where indicated.
The Final Report (which includes appendices of your Draft Program and other processes) is due at 4/11/2024 1:00pm.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L04, L05
Task description
This is the capstone assessment piece for this course. It comprises the following main tasks:
Task 1: After assessing your client, and prior to seeing your client for a second time, you are required to submit a draft program (incl. summary of results), which will be assessed by your session supervisor. You will receive feedback which must be implemented prior to seeing your client for your first session. The due date is Week 3, exactly 7 days after completing the initial assessment (e.g., if assessment is completed Monday of week 2, Draft Project is due Monday week 3). The Draft Report will contribute to your Final Report and must be included as an appendix in your Final Report submission.
Task 2: SOAP notes, record of activities, programs and reflections need to be uploaded to Nookal within 48 hours of each personal training and group training session completed. These must be included as an appendix in your Final Report submission where indicated.
Task 3: Supervisor reference forms and ESSA-related documents must be signed and completed and included within your Final Report submission.
Task 4: Submit a Final Report for your supervisor and a Brief Report for your client. You must use the template provided and follow the task description and marking criteria sheet, which will be made available via Blackboard.
Hurdle requirements
A student who does not receive a passing grade for the final report will be required to complete a face-to-face viva marked on a pass/fail basis. If the student passes, they will be awarded 50% of the marks available for that assessment item. If they fail, they will retain the marks they will originally awarded and receive a maximum grade of 3 for the course (with grades of 2 or 1 being possible depending on results in the other assessments).Submission guidelines
Submitted two ways: 1. You must submit the Draft and Final Report electronically via Turn-it-in on the course website in WORD format. By submitting your assignment, you are certifying that it is your original work and that is has not been previously submitted for assessment in any other course at university (unless resubmission is part of the requirements for the course assessment). You need to ensure you have completed the university's academic integrity module before you submit your assignment. The module can be found at: https://www.uq.edu.au/integrity ALWAYS keep a copy of your submitted assignment and; 2. You must submit the Brief Report part of the Final Report assessment as a WORD document via e-mail to hmns.pt@uq.edu.au the subject line "Your Firstname_Lastname_Client Name_Final report". The contents of this should comprise - Contents Page adapted for client version - Client Profile - Raw Pre-and Post-intervention Assessment Results - Post-Intervention Report.
SOAP notes, record of activities, programs and reflections are recoded in Nookal (client management software).
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Modules
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia, Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Participation/ Student contribution, Presentation, Project
- Weight
- Pass / Fail
- Due date
Check due dates on HABS1240 Learn.UQ site for this module. Assessment due 2 weeks after last allocated tutorial.
- Learning outcomes
- L06
Task description
Please refer to the assessment information on Learn.UQ (HABS1240) for the assessment due date for your team.
This is a team assessment and all team members are expected to contribute equally to the team’s assessment items. Teams will be assigned during your first tutorial. There are three (3) parts to this assessment:
Part one requires you to complete a worksheet and will draw on the online and face-to-face content from Module 1 of the IPCP curriculum focusing on role-clarification and client-centred care. Length: There is no word limit for the worksheet.
Part two involves creating a 3-minute video which draws upon the online and face-to-face content from Modules 2 and 3 of the IPCP curriculum focusing on interprofessional communication, team functioning and client-centred care.
Length: Video 3 minutes
Part Three involves a written assignment (300 words max) which draws on the online and face-to-face content from Modules 2 and 3 of the IPCP curriculum focusing on how client-centred care can be improved.
Length: The word limit for the written assignment is 300 words combined, including in-text references
Teams will need to submit all three parts of your assessment in the Assessment tab on the IPCP Learn.UQ course site. Additional information regarding submission will be provided on the IPCP Learn.UQ course site.
Please refer to the assessment information on Learn.UQ for further details and requirements for the assessment.
Hurdle requirements
The IPCP module is a Pass/Fail assessment task. Students who pass the module will receive a course grade based on the remaining assessment in the course. For students who engage with the module, participate in the group work and submit a genuine attempt but do not achieve a pass grade for their submitted work, there will be given a second opportunity to pass the module by completing a reflective essay. If this is task is successfully completed, a grade will be awarded based on the remaining assessment in the course. Students who do not engage with the module, fail to participate in the group work, or do not submit a genuine attempt, will be given an opportunity to complete a 5,000 word assignment on teamwork. Successful completion of this assignment will enable student to then pass the course with a maximum grade of 4 (if the remaining assessment in the course would result in a grade higher than 4, a maximum grade of 4 will be awarded). Students who fail the module who do not complete either the reflective essay nor the teamwork assignment will be awarded a maximum grade of 3 (if the remaining assessment in the course would result in a grade higher than 3, a maximum grade of 3 will be awarded). Please contact Dr Sowmya Shetty (s.shetty@uq.edu.au) module coordinator if you have further queries on this task.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 1 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final cumulative percentage of 0% - 24% from all graded assessment tasks. |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 2 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final cumulative percentage of 25% - 44% from all graded assessment tasks. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: A grade of 3 will be awarded to a student who either (a) achieves a final cumulative percentage of 45% - 49% from all graded assessment tasks, or (b) achieves a final cumulative percentage of 50% or higher from all graded assessment tasks but does not pass the "must pass" assessment task as noted below. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 4 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final cumulative percentage of 50 - 64% from all graded assessment tasks and passes the "must pass" assessment task as noted below. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 5 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final cumulative percentage of 65% - 74% from all graded assessment tasks and passes the "must pass" assessment task as noted below. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 6 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final cumulative percentage of 75% - 84% from all graded assessment tasks and passes the "must pass" assessment task as noted below. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 7 will be awarded to a student who achieves a final cumulative percentage of 85% - 100% from all graded assessment tasks and passes the "must pass" assessment task as noted below. |
Additional course grading information
A final percentage mark will be rounded to the nearest whole number (e.g. 64.50 and above will be rounded to 65 and 64.49 and below will be rounded down to 64.)
This course contains a ‘must pass’ assessment tasks, specifically the in-class Problem-Based Learning (PBL) assignment; the Final Report and the IPCP module. You must pass these assessment tasks to pass this course overall, i.e. even if your finalﾠcumulative percentage from graded assessment tasks is 50% or higher, the individual ‘must pass’ assessment item must be passed in order to pass the course. Please see the hurdle requirements for information.
Students must conduct themselves in accordance with the BESS / MCEP Standards of Professional Conduct for Students, available on Blackboard at all times. Students not meeting these professionalism standards will be at-risk of failing and fitness to practice procedures will be implemented.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Artificial Intelligence
Students are advised that the use of AI technologies unless otherwise instructed to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
TurnitIn
Turnitin is an electronic assignment submission tool. The tool provides your Course Coordinator with:
• a record of the exact submission time of an assignment
• an originality report indicating the percentage of your work that is an exact match of existing materials within the Turnitin database.
Instructions on how to submit an assignment using Turnitin are located on the UQ Library website Submit your Turnitin assignment - Library Guide
Note: When submitting, to check that you have chosen the correct file on the Preview Submission page and click on the Submit to Turnitin button. Remember to download your digital receipt in your Assignment inbox to confirm successful submission. If a submission cannot be successfully completed, email a copy of the assessment task to the Course Administrator. For contact details refer to section 3 of the course profile.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Additional learning materials can be found at http://blackboard.elearning.uq.edu.au
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Practical |
Personal Training of Client Students interactions with their client over the course of the training period will be assessed by their allocated supervisor. Students are assessed based on their ability to conduct an initial and final assessment demonstrating their technical skills and competencies and their ability to design and deliver a safe, effective and client-centred exercise intervention. Students will receive verbal feedback from their supervisor on a weekly basis and then a final mark at the end of the semester. Only the final mark is counted. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Draft and Final Reports After assessing your client, and prior to seeing your client for a second time, you are required to submit a draft program (incl. summary of results), which will be assessed by your session supervisor. In addition to your mark (out of 20), you will receive feedback which must be implemented prior to seeing your client for your first session. At the end of the 8-week personal training block, each student is required to submit a final report for their personal training client. They are required to use the Template provided and follow the task description and marking criteria sheet, which will be made available via Blackboard. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L04, L05 |
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Lecture |
Professional Pathways and Problem Based Learning There are 3 activities within the learning activity. Activity/section 1 relates to HMST3001 (your first placement with ‘apparently healthy populations’ and activity/section 2 relates to HMST4314 (exercise science major practicum) or EXMD4701/4702 (clinical exercise physiology practicum). The task aims, descriptions, and marking rubrics for each activity are outlined on Blackboard. Industry representatives will give lectures throughout semester that will inform you of possible prac placement options. Activity 3 relates to the Problem Base Learning (PBL) activities will be covered in lectures throughout semester and will cover:
Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04, L05 |
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Team Based Learning |
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Module Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Modules (Monday/ Thursday) (Tutorials); Dates on Allocate + Participants will work in small teams in the tutorial groups with students from Dentistry, Exercise Physiology and Sports Science, Midwifery, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Social Work and Speech Pathology. There are three modules that consist of on-line preparation and face-to-face in class (or via Zoom) learning activities. You will work in your team to engage in a range of learning activities to develop your knowledge and skills to help prepare you for working in teams when caring for clients. · In Module One, you will learn from, with and about your peers on their role and the roles of others in caring for clients. · In Module Two you will develop the skills to communicate effectively with team members and appreciate the consequences when communication breaks down and is ineffective. · In Module Three, you will develop your knowledge and skills to work in an effective team through participation in an on-line escape room activity with your team. You will also follow the healthcare journey of a client across the three modules. Learning outcomes: L06 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
- Placement
- Working with Children
- Fitness to Practise
- Immunisation
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course: