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EDF1603

Biophysical foundations of human movement B

(EDU)

Dr J O'Connor

6 points + 3 hours per week +Second semester + Gippsland + Prerequisite: EDF1602 or equivalent

Synopsis: In this unit students are introduced to stages of human development and changes in the human form over the course of the lifespan as it relates to sport and outdoor recreation. Major sports, fitness techniques and outdoor skills will be introduced in a biophysical context with the opportunity to:- develop an understanding of human growth and development: understand the principles underpinning exercise physiology, motor learning and control; become familiar with laboratory practice and data handling in human exercise physiology, motor learning and control; develop sport and outdoor recreation skills and link them to theories of human development.

Assessment: Laboratory work: 20% + Class test: 20% + Assignment: 20% + Examination (2 hours): 40%


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