Fitness Testing and Coaching Technology
Admission to the Bachelor in Strenght and Condition-program, admission to the course as an exchange student at Nord University, or admission as a single-course student, subject to available spots.
Admission to the programme of study requires Higher Education Entrance Qualifications.
Applicants who do not have Higher Education Entrance Qualifications and are 25 years of age or older may apply for admission based on their prior learning and work experience. Contact our Admission Office for more information.
Knowledge
The student:
- Has broad knowledge of the most common physiological tests, theories, issues, processes, technological tools, and methods included in the course
- Possesses the necessary factual knowledge about the most relevant tests and understands key concepts important to the field
- Can identify the most common tests within the course and discuss the results
- Is familiar with relevant technology
- Is aware of research and development work in testing
- Has knowledge of the history of physiological testing, training technology, and its role and significance in society
- Understands ethical challenges involved in the field’s research, communication, and practice
Skills
The student:
- Can apply professional knowledge and relevant research and development findings to practical and/or theoretical problems
- Can acquire updated knowledge, including developments in technological equipment
- Demonstrates the ability to make informed decisions regarding tests and training choices
- Can use technology in everyday training
- Can reflect on their professional practice as a test administrator and adjust it under guidance
- Can locate, evaluate, and present information and academic material to illuminate a problem
- Can master relevant tools, technology, techniques, and forms of expression so that they are understood by different groups and athletes
- Can assess ethical challenges in the field and adjust their practice based on guidance
- Can apply the subject in its most central areas of practice
- Can analyze textual material from the course’s main sources and document knowledge and work processes
General Competence
The student:
- Has insight into relevant professional and ethical issues
- Can plan and execute tasks and projects related to the course for different groups and individual athletes
- Masters the working methods for physiological testing in accordance with ethical standards and guidelines
- Can use technology to enhance the outcomes of training and physical activity
- Can communicate key subject matter—including theories, issues, and choice of tests—both in writing, orally, and through other relevant forms of expression
- Can exchange views and experiences with others at different professional levels within the field, contributing to the development of good testing practices
- Is familiar with trends and developments within the subject
Mandatory for students in the Bachelor in Training, Health and Performance program.
Optional for exchange students at Nord University.
The course is open for application as a single-course student, subject to available spots.
The course is delivered as an online and campus-based combination.
The course is part of a blended learning program, meaning that theoretical and practical teaching will take place both online and during one on-campus session in the spring:
- Theoretical teaching includes digital modules in a learning path, consisting of pre-recorded video lectures, quizzes, assignments, and required readings. The online content will be available in a dedicated platform (Canvas) and can be completed independently—anytime and anywhere.
- On-campus gathering (1 week, Monday-Friday) will primarily focus on practical instruction and include relevant professional methods and hands-on activities. There will also be some practical assignments to be completed individually.
- Mandatory attendance: The on-campus week is compulsory because a significant portion of the learning outcomes requires practical teaching, implementation, and group work/discussions. A prerequisite for participation in the on-campus session is the completion of the digital learning path in Canvas.
Composite Assessment - All components must be approved/passed in order to receive a grade in the course.
- Mandatory Attendance - To have attendance approved, the student must attend a minimum of 80% of the on-campus week. The student must also complete the digital learning path. Counts 0/100 of the final grade. Grading: Approved/Not Approved.
- Two (2) Coursework Requirement - 1 practical test execution, 1 evaluation of test results. Counts 0/100 of the final grade. Grading: Approved/Not Approved.
- Practical Exam with Oral Assessment - 30 minutes. Counts 100/100 of the final grade. Grading scale: A-E (A = best), F = Fail.
None.
Generating an answer using ChatGPT or similar artificial intelligence and submitting it wholly or partially as one's own answer is considered cheating.
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
IDR2003 - Health, Injuries and Rehabilitation - 10 credits