Syllabus

Course Code: MPEd -404    Course Name: Sports Technology

MODULE NO / UNIT COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE NOTES
1 Sports Technology
Meaning and definition of sports technology.
Significance of technology in sports
General Principles of instrumentation in sports.
Meaning of Foams, Types of foams (Polyurethane, Polystyrene, Styrofoam, closed-cell, open- cell foams and Neoprene) and there uses in different sports.
2 Nanotechnology in Sports Materials
Meaning and definition of Nanotechnology
Meaning of nano glue and nano moulding technology.
Uses and benefits of Nanotechnology in sports uniforms, and safety equipments
Uses and benefits of Nanotechnology in sports equipments and playing surfaces
3 Surfaces of Playfields and Measuring Gadgets
Method of construction and installation for Synthetic and Cinder tracks.
Method of construction for Cricket pitches: Turf and Cemented.
Meaning and types of flooring materials for different sports: synthetic (polyurethane and poly grass) and wooden.
Modern Measuring Equipments used in Running, Throwing and Jumping Events.
4 Modern Stadiums and Training Machines
Cricket: Bowling Machine, Mechanism and Advantages,
Tennis: Serving Machine, Mechanism and Advantages,
Dimensions of Sports Infrastructure - Gymnasium, Pavilion, Swimming Pool, Indoor Stadium and Out-door Stadium.
Lighting Facilities: Method of erecting and luminous in indoor and outdoor stadiums. Methods of measuring luminous.
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