The use of computers in sports science |
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| Authors: | Bob Sharp |
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| Affiliation: | Dr. Bob Sharp is Head of the Department of Physical Education. Sport and Outdoor Education at the Faculty of Education, University of Strathclyde, Southbrae Drive Glasgow, G13 1PP. |
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| Abstract: | A survey of UK sports scientists was carried out to identify the extent and nature of uses for computers, it was found that over 40% of those surveyed use computers for teaching and research. Whilst a number of areas were shown to be amenable to computer application, exercise science was the most common. Generally the software was considered to be robust, flexible and of great value. Approximately two thirds of all software was commercial in origin. Many people were unsure about licence agreements and copyright but all expressed a keen desire for better communication between users and a greater sharing of information. |
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