1. Describe and explain the basic principles of motion
2. Explain the effects of loading on human tissues
3. Demonstrate competency in the use of selected quantitative tools to assess human motion
4. Critically evaluate literature in the area of podiatric biomechanics
5. Demonstrate skill in practical aspects of measurement with emphasis on issues of reliability and validity of currently used measures
6. Critically appraise the field of biomechanics, understanding the limitations and applications of currently used techniques
7. Integrate the theory and practice and biomechanics and how this relates to a clinical setting and the provision of evidence based practice
8. Demonstrate skills in the development, instigation and presentation of a research project in the area of biomechanics

1. Review basic biomechanics of motion
2. The human gait cycle
3. Quantitative methods of gait analysis
4. Kinematics and kinetic of human motion
5. Quantitative measurement techniques
6. Plantar pressure analysis
7. Balance and posture
8. Student research project

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Biomechanics
Podiatric pathomechanics
Podiatric biomechanical theory
Sports podiatry

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Lecture
Practical
Tutorial

Practical: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 5 weeks
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 7 weeks
Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks