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FB2903 Sports for All - Social Dance

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to develop students’ interest in social dance as a life-long pursuit, to enhance their social skill and to promote health and fitness through the activities. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to :
demonstrate good ballroom etiquette
demonstrate knowledge of the basic steps : some variations, styles of Waltz, Cha-cha-cha, Rumba, Twist and Rock’n Roll
develop sense of rhythm, body control, balance and an appreciation of development and form.

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
Introduction of social dance. Good dance etiquette. History of social dance. Recognition of music. Types and terminology of dances : Waltz, Cha-cha-cha, Rumba and Twist and Rock and Roll. Variations of the dances.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Practicum and theory

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework; 80% Practical Assessment
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2902 Sports for All - 24 Forms Tai Chi Chuan

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to introduce students to the basic movement patterns and principles of the 24-Form Tai Chi Chuan that is simplified from the traditional Yang Style Tai Chi. Through the course, students will work on their fitness in terms of strength, flexibility and balance. Also, students will enhance their quality of life by daily practice of such a cardiovascular and tension-relived activity. Upon completion of the course, students should be able t
demonstrate basic movements of Tai Chi Chuan
demonstrate 24-Form Tai Chi Chuan
demonstrate concentrated and relaxed motor performance
identify Tai Chi forms with proper definition
apply Tai Chi Chuan in daily life
understand basic movement patterns and principles of Tai Chi Chuan

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
Basic movements of Tai Chi Chuan: 5 Stances and 8 Techniques. 24-Form Tai Chi Chuan: techniques and definition of forms. Tai Chi hand forms. Tai Chi hand techniques. Tai Chi hand stances. Tai Chi footwork. Tai Chi leg techniques. Tai Chi terminology.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Fieldwork and theory

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework; 80% Practical Assessment
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2901 Health & Fitness - Aerobic Dance

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to promote health and aerobic fitness through participation in aerobic dance, to arouse students’ awareness of healthy lifestyle and to enhance their quality of life. Upon completion of the course, students should be able t

1. arrange regular aerobic workout based on their own needs
2. achieve or maintain a good state of cardiovascular fitness
3. enhance muscle toning and possess good body alignment
4. employ good eating habit

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
Introduction to choreography of High-Low Impact and Step Aerobic Dance. General concept of physical fitness. Healthy eating, physical activity and weight control. Postural awareness exercise. Cardiorespiratory function test and skinfold test. Aerobic workout.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Aerobic workout, fitness testing and evaluation and theory teaching

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework; 80% Practical Assessment
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2900 Health & Fitness - Exercise and Weight Control

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to develop a positive / healthy body image of students, to improve their physical condition, as well as to enhance their self esteem and quality of life. The aim of weight control is not only talking about weight reduction, but also including gaining body weight. Upon completion of the course, students should be able t
understand what is Over Weight and Over Fat
be aware of “Body Image / Self Esteem” that related to the personal success
realize “Physical Exercise” and “Healthy Diet” is crucial for life long pursuits
use computer to analysis personal daily nutrients and caloric expenditure
know the ways to design and participate in exercise programs for improvement of physical well-being.

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
Introduction to the concept of physical image and personal success. Inactivity, obesity & chronic diseases. Healthy eating & weight management. Computer workshop on diet and activity analysis. Physical training - aerobic workout and body conditioning. Exercise prescription & application. Personal assessment on health & fitness.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Theory, Workshop, Activity Analysis and Fieldwork

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework;
80% Practical Assessment
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2801 Experiencing Hong Kong

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to enhance students understanding of the formation of cultures and subcultures; awareness of the formation of Hong Kong culture and it’s subcultures. Upon completion of the course, students should have gained:
First hand experiences of different aspects of Hong Kong culture
Insights on the development of Hong Kong’s many subcultures, and how they affect the livelihood of Hong Kong people
Perception of the cultural development of Hong Kong in the future

Units: 1

Level: A/B

Keyword Syllabus:
Concepts and definitions of culture and the making of Hong Kong culture. The power of media in the shaping of Hong Kong culture. Popular culture. Entrepreneurial culture. University culture. Experiencing Hong Kong study-tours.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: lecture, study tours, presentation & tutorial

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 100% Coursework
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2800 Corporate Learning Consortium: Business Problem Solving

Course Aims & Objectives:
The Corporate Learning Consortium is a venue whereby business students meet with senior and middle managers of different fields and to learn from these experienced practitioners their ways of resolving problems. Different companies of different fields will have their own culture of problem solving and contingency measures to handle crises. All these are the precious skills students need to learn and accumulate in their work upon graduation. The Consortium will provide students with a peek of real life work experience and prepare them for their future challenges through attending seminars hosted by the company members. The idea of outreach education will definitely supplement classroom teaching and learning.

Units: 1

Level: B2

Keyword Syllabus: Nil

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Seminars/Case Work

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 100% Coursework
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

FB2701 The Leader of the Future

Course Aims & Objectives:
This course helps students acquire a deeper understanding of the personal and societal aspects of leadership with an aim to prepare them for life-long development as a leader and business professional.

Units: 1

Level: B2

Keyword Syllabus:
Leadership Theory - Great man theory/Trait Approach, Action-centred, Contingency Theory, Style, Path-Goal Theory, Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory/Transactional Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Charismatic Leadership/Impression Management, Global Leadership in the Information Technology Age, Critique of Leadership Theories.

Leadership Skills - Vision and Mission Building, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving & Decision-making, Team work, Values, Trust, and Integrity, Leadership in Cross-culture Setting.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: One 3-day camp, lecture, tutorial

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 100% Coursework
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

Pre-requisite(s): Nil

Pre-cursor(s): Nil

Equivalent Course(s): Nil