General Information
This subject is the first of two Professional Practice subjects designed to prepare students to become competent and ethical Exercise Scientists. Students will be provided with an opportunity to apply their knowledge, skills and attributes within a supervised internal practicum experience. Students will be introduced to professional industry standards, expectations and behaviours. Furthermore, they will investigate graduate career opportunities and pathways, employability skills and the professional graduate employment application process. This subject aims to provide students with the confidence to interact with exercise and sports science industry professionals, clients and athletes in order to achieve their stated goals.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Subject code: SPEX12-313 Subject title: Introduction to Professional Practice in Exercise and Sport Science Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: January 2021 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Placement: x12 (Total hours: 70) - No Description
- Sports Lab: x6 (Total hours: 12) - Sports Lab
- Lecture: x12 (Total hours: 24) - Weekly Lecture
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 18) - Personal study
Attendance and learning activities: Students will attend One (1) x two (2) hour lectures per week for the duration of the semester. Attendance at lectures is required, and it is the responsibility of students who miss lectures to ascertain the material covered. All students should attend practical sessions neatly attired and wearing appropriate clothing for the practical activity (e.g. sports wear, running shoes). Students who are absent from a practical session will be required to provide a written explanation to the Subject Convenor. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: No Prescribed resources.
After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List.iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine |
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| Subject code: | SPEX12-313 |
| Subject title: | Introduction to Professional Practice in Exercise and Sport Science |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2021 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Students will attend One (1) x two (2) hour lectures per week for the duration of the semester. Attendance at lectures is required, and it is the responsibility of students who miss lectures to ascertain the material covered. All students should attend practical sessions neatly attired and wearing appropriate clothing for the practical activity (e.g. sports wear, running shoes). Students who are absent from a practical session will be required to provide a written explanation to the Subject Convenor. |
| Prescribed resources: | No Prescribed resources. After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List. |
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
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Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Communicate effectively using both verbal and nonverbal strategies.
- Describe and apply the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice.
- Define and apply the scope of practice related to graduate employability within the Exercise and Sports Science industries.
- Identify and implement strategies to minimise the risk associated with the professional practice of exercise science.
- Apply exercise and sports science concepts and skills in a work context.
- Assist clients to meet their goals through the integration and application of the exercise science curriculum.
- Administer, interpret and evaluate health and fitness assessments.
- Undertake critical reflection of professional practice within the exercise and sports science industry.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed *Competency Test^ Satisfactory completion of the 1 hour practical performance test (technical and communication skills content covered in the first 4-5 weeks of the weekly sport lab). 20.00% Week 6 1,4,5,6,7 *Professional Resume Professional Resume 10.00% Week 10 1,2,3,5,8 *Interview Interview (Individual) 20.00% Week 10 1,2,3,5,8 *Practical Workbook^ Logbook completion to industry standards C Ongoing 1,2,4,5,6,7 Journal^ Reflective Journal 50.00% Ongoing 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 - ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
1. Students MUST achieve a PASS Mark for the Practical Performance Test Assessment Item. 2. Students MUST satisfactorily complete the following assessment items to a satisfactory ‘entry level’ ES (exercise scientist) with ESSA (Exercise and Sports Science Australia) I. Practicum Logbook and II. Completion of 140 hours of practicum experience together with the III. Knowledge and Skill Competency Evaluation (completed by the relevant Practicum Supervisor) 3. Failure to achieve a satisfactory level for each item above, may result in a FAIL awarded for the subject. For those students who do not meet the required ‘satisfactory’ level of competency for the following three items cannot move to graduation and the Accreditation application process. (i) logbook, (ii) completion of required minimum of 140 hours (according to the ESSA breakdown of experience areas/hours) (iii) achieve an ‘entry level’ competency outcome on the completion of the final practicum competency evaluation (conducted by the Practicum Supervisor).
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| *Competency Test^ | Satisfactory completion of the 1 hour practical performance test (technical and communication skills content covered in the first 4-5 weeks of the weekly sport lab). | 20.00% | Week 6 | 1,4,5,6,7 |
| *Professional Resume | Professional Resume | 10.00% | Week 10 | 1,2,3,5,8 |
| *Interview | Interview (Individual) | 20.00% | Week 10 | 1,2,3,5,8 |
| *Practical Workbook^ | Logbook completion to industry standards | C | Ongoing | 1,2,4,5,6,7 |
| Journal^ | Reflective Journal | 50.00% | Ongoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 |
- ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
1. Students MUST achieve a PASS Mark for the Practical Performance Test Assessment Item. 2. Students MUST satisfactorily complete the following assessment items to a satisfactory ‘entry level’ ES (exercise scientist) with ESSA (Exercise and Sports Science Australia) I. Practicum Logbook and II. Completion of 140 hours of practicum experience together with the III. Knowledge and Skill Competency Evaluation (completed by the relevant Practicum Supervisor) 3. Failure to achieve a satisfactory level for each item above, may result in a FAIL awarded for the subject. For those students who do not meet the required ‘satisfactory’ level of competency for the following three items cannot move to graduation and the Accreditation application process. (i) logbook, (ii) completion of required minimum of 140 hours (according to the ESSA breakdown of experience areas/hours) (iii) achieve an ‘entry level’ competency outcome on the completion of the final practicum competency evaluation (conducted by the Practicum Supervisor).
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
University’s Academic Integrity Policy defines plagiarism as the act of misrepresenting as one’s own original work: another’s ideas, interpretations, words, or creative works; and/or one’s own previous ideas, interpretations, words, or creative work without acknowledging that it was used previously (i.e., self-plagiarism). The University considers the act of plagiarising to be a breach of the Student Conduct Code and, therefore, subject to the Discipline Regulations which provide for a range of penalties including the reduction of marks or grades, fines and suspension from the University.
Bond University utilises Originality Reporting software to inform academic integrity.Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, as per the Assessment Policy.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
If you have a disability, illness, injury or health condition that impacts your capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks, it is important you let us know your special requirements, early in the semester. Students will need to make an application for support and submit it with recent, comprehensive documentation at an appointment with a Disability Officer. Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Office at the earliest possible time, to meet staff and learn about the services available to meet your specific needs. Please note that late notification or failure to disclose your disability can be to your disadvantage as the University cannot guarantee support under such circumstances.
Additional subject information
1 New subject replacing SPEX12-311 Professional Practice and Practicum 1