Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

Knowledge, skills and competences corresponding to the first
semester of the Master’s programme in Sports Technology

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Have knowledge about the sports product industry
• Have knowledge about available analysis methods and their advantages and limitations
• Have knowledge of production processes typical for sports equipment
• Can explain the product lifecycle from conception over design and manufacture to use and recycling
• Are able to understand technical specifications of products

Skills

• Can apply the theory of mechanics of materials on sports equipment
• Can apply an appropriate numerical method for a given case or can apply an embedded technology in relation to sports
• Can analyse the function of a sports product in connection with the human body
• Can demonstrate the ability to qualitatively assess production costs

Competences

• Can analyse the needs of a sportsman and the added value of a sports product (e.g. enhanced performance, added comfort, minimized injuries) 
• Can discuss about sports products (e.g. design, quality, costs) with relevant professionals in science or industry (e.g. engineers, product analysis specialists, equipment producers) 

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Interplay Between Athlete and Equipment
Type of exam	Oral exam based on a project
ECTS	15
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	External examination
Criteria of assessment	As stated in the Framework Provisions

Additional information

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