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Course Code VIX2005
Course Title HEALTH, WELLNESS AND FITNESS
Credit 3
Medium of Instruction English and Malay Languages
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ None
Minimum Requirement(s)
Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. describe the need to be healthy, well and fit
2. identify common related terminologies
3. relate the importance exercise and fitness to lifelong health
4. differentiate a variety of exercise techniques and programs
Synopsis of Course Contents This course provides understanding of the concepts in health, wellness and fitness. The
role of exercise in everyday life will be highlighted. Students will be exposed to the various
types of different exercises and fitness program available. The focus of this course will be
to underline the importance of exercise and fitness in improving personal health and
wellness.
Main Reference th
1. Corbin, Charles et al (2008). Concepts of Fitness and Wellness 7 ed.
2. Concepts of Fitness and Wellness: A Comprehensive Lifestyle
Approach. Gregory Welk Charles Corbin. McGraw-Hill Education, 2013
3. Fit and Well : Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness. Fahey,
Thomas D. (Thomas Davin). McGraw-Hill Ryerson, 2007
Assessment Methods Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Communication Skills - CS3
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving - CTPS2
Teamwork Skills - TS2
Life-Long Learning and Information Management - LL2
Professional Ethics and Moral - EM2
Leadership Skills - LS2

Course Code VIX2006
Course Title SPORT INJURY
Credit 3
Medium of Instruction English Language
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ None
Minimum Requirement(s)
Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. Define common sports injury terms
2. Explain the different types of injuries such as acute and overuse injuries, extreme
heat injuries in sports as well as ways of managing and preventing them.
3. Recognize anatomical landmarks that relate to injuries and identify the type of
examination to be used.
4. Identify common sports injuries and their mechanisms
Synopsis of Course Contents Students will garner knowledge of injuries in sports, such as acute and overuse injuries
and extreme heat injuries. At the same time students will be exposed to prevention
methods as well as basic treatment for the injuries. Students will be encouraged to sit for
the relevant certifications.
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Main Reference 1. Clinical Sports Medicine (2007). 3 edition. Peter Brukner and Karim Khan. Mc Graw
Hills
2. Conservative Approach of Sports Injuries (2007). 2 edition. Thomas E. Hyde &
nd
Marianne S. Gengenbach, Jones and Bartlett
3. Brukner & Khan (2010). Clinical Sports Medicine Third Revised Edition (Sports
Medicine Series). Mc Graw Hills.
Assessment Methods Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Communication Skills - CS4
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving - CTPS2 Teamwork Skills - TS2
Life-Long Learning and Information Management - LL1
Professional Ethics and Moral - EM2
Leadership Skills - LS1