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SPORTS CENTRE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME GUIDEBOOK, 2017/2018 ACADEMIC SESSION 77

Course Code VHEE 2203
Course Title Sports Nutrition and Metabolism
Credit 4
Medium of Instruction English
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ VHEE1202 Functional Anatomy and Physiology
Minimum Requirement(s) VHEE1203 Nutrition, Health and Fitness
Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. Plan a balanced diet, and formulate diets for athletes.
2. Explain the biochemical processes, digestion, assimilation and the role of
macronutrients and micronutrients.
3. Describe the metabolic pathways involved in energy metabolism.
Synopsis of Course Contents The overall goal of this course is to gain basic knowledge of nutrition and metabolism, and
as a platform for metabolism studies of Sports Science. Students will be able to explain
the flow of nutrients and dietary energy production not only for energy and sports
performance training, but also for optimal health. Chemical characteristics and the role of
both macro and micronutrients will be described in terms of a balanced diet. This course
also provides a good basis of understanding for further modules of Sports Science studies
and special nutritional needs for athletes, including allowed and prohibited substances.
Main Reference 1. McArdle, W. D., Katch, F. I., & Katch, V.L. (2008). Sports and Exercise Nutrition
(3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
2. Burke, L. (2007). Practical Sports Nutrition. Champaign: Human Kinetics.
3. Meltzer, S. & Fuller, C. (2007). The Complete Book of Sports Nutrition: A Practical
Guide to Eating for Sport. London: New Holland.
Assessment Methods Continuous Assessment: 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Communication Skills: CS1-CS3
Problem Solving and Scientific Skills: CT1-CT3
Information Management and Life Long Learning Skills: LL1-LL2

Course Code VHEE 2204
Course Title Sports Psychology
Credit 4
Medium of Instruction English
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ None
Minimum Requirement(s)
Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. Apply basic knowledge of psychology in Sports Psychology.
2. Relate theories of Sports Psychology into actual sports training situations.
3. Explain the concepts of Sports Psychology in Sports performance.

Synopsis of Course Contents This course will equip students with appropriate skills in Sports Psychology. Psychological
factors that affect sports performance and participation will be considered. Variables
affecting motivation, stress and anxiety will be discussed. This course will also cover the
psychological techniques to improve performance.
Main Reference 1. Weinberg, R. S. &Gould, D. (2007). Foundations of Sports and Exercise Psychology.
Champaign: Human Kinetics.
2. Bonnie G. B., David P &Robert S. W. (2006). Foundations of Exercise Psychology.
2 Ed. Fitness Information Technology.
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Assessment Methods Continuous Assessment: 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Problem Solving and Scientific Skills: CT1-CT3
Team Work Skill: TS1-TS2
Leadership Skill: LS1-LS2