EHR517 Research Design in Exercise Science (16)
CSU Discipline Area: Exercise Science (EXSCI)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject presents an overview of the theory and conduct in the field of exercise science. Methodologies employed in undertaking research will be examined as well as essential qualitative and quantitative assessment techniques. The subject will also explore the relationships between paradigms and mind-sets as they relate to the fundamental tenets in the exercise sciences. In addition, students will have the opportunity to undertake a review of literature in an area of their choice related to the exercise sciences.
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: EHR517
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Enrolment restrictions:
Master of Exercise Science (Honours) students
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to:
- recognise the various investigation strategies that may be employed to answer a specific research question;
- recognise the fundamental tenets in the exercise sciences;
- apply appropriate statistical analyses to collected data;
- gain an appreciation for the various types of research undertaken in the exercise sciences;
- gather relevant information on a topic and critically analyse the content;
- prepare a coherent document that combines information from various sources.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- The scientific process.
- Epistemology and ontology
- Science, philosophy and authority
- post-modernism and science
- Ethics in research
- Experimental research and designs.
- Qualitative research.
- Hypothesis testing.
- Descriptive statistics.
- Inferential statistics.
- Conducting research.
- Searching for information - periodicals, reviews, computer retrieval systems.
- Organising and writing a review of literature.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.