EDF1602

Biophysical Foundations of Human Movement A (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr J O'Connor

Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2003 (Day)
Singapore Summer 2003 (OCL)
Gippsland First semester 2004 (Day)
Singapore First semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: In this unit, students are introduced to functional human anatomy and introductory biomechanics related to sport and outdoor recreation. Students will gain an understanding of skeletal, neural and muscular anatomy and apply these understandings to sport and recreation activities through laboratory and assignment work. Biomechanical concepts that apply to human movement will be introduced through both theoretical and practical mediums allowing the student to gain an understanding of the mechanical interactions involved in sports and recreation.

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

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week