OVERVIEW

The Integrated Course "Methods for Functional Assessment and Research in Adapted Physical Activity" includes modules focused on functional assessment testing and the fundamentals of research, complemented by practical sessions carried out through Technical-Practical Activities (TPA). The course is designed to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills specific to each module, equipping students enrolled in the Master's Degree Programme in Sport Sciences and Techniques with the methodological tools required for functional assessment and for the application of research principles in the field of adapted physical activity. 

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course is designed to provide students with the fundamental theoretical and methodological knowledge related to functional assessment and research applied to sport and exercise sciences. Particular emphasis is placed on the selection, application, validity, and reliability of assessment tests, procedures, and data analysis methods used to monitor training and evaluate the different components of physical performance. Special attention is devoted to the application of these methodologies in clinical and pathological settings and during developmental age, with the aim of supporting the design of individualized interventions based on scientific evidence.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will have acquired knowledge of the principles of scientific research applied to sport and exercise sciences. They will be able to design basic research protocols, critically evaluate the methodological quality of the scientific literature, and use appropriate technical and scientific terminology, while progressively developing autonomy in the application of research methods and functional assessment techniques.

PREREQUISITES

The course requires the basic knowledge typically acquired during a Bachelor's degree in Sport and Exercise Sciences, particularly in the areas of anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, training methodology, and the fundamental principles of the scientific method and research.

TEACHING METHODS

See the individual teaching sheet.

Any Student with documented Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), or with any special needs, should contact the Lecturer(s) and to the dedicated SLD Representative in the Department before class begins, in order to liaise and arrange the specific teaching methods so that the learning aims and outcomes may be met.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

See the individual teaching sheet.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

See the individual teaching sheet.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

AMBRA BISIO (President)

VITTORIA FERRANDO (President)

MARCO PANASCI' (President and Coordinator of Integrated Course)

LESSONS

LESSONS START

1st semester, October.

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The examination consists of a written test for each module included in the Integrated Course.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Written examination for each individual module.