EDF1602

Biophysical foundations of human movement A ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr J O'Connor

Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2006 (Day)

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.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to: - identify major anatomical structures involved in the production of coordinated movement; - discuss skeletal, neural and muscular structures and their relationship with movement and injury; - examine planes of movement, joint movements and types of muscular contractions and explain their relationship to movement; - explain physiological processes such as bone growth and development, muscular contraction, muscular adaptation, nervous system control and regulation and their relationship to movement; - apply knowledge of functional anatomy to a range of exercise and sport related movements and integrate biomechanical concepts such as leverage, force, optimal positioning; - answer questions related to biomechanical principles and their application to human movement; and - apply biomechanical principles to sporting and outdoor recreation movements.

Assessment: Assignment (1300 word equivalent): 30% + Mid semester test (700 word equivalent): 20% + End of semester exam: (2000 word equivalent): 50% + 80% attendance of practical classes

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week