EXSS1040
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
Functional anatomy extends the knowledge of structural anatomy and integrates basic neuromuscular concepts to improve understanding and analysis of human movement. The properties and functions of the musculoskeletal system are explored to enhance knowledge of the factors related to muscular strength, posture and stability, as well as how some common injuries can occur. The practical component of this course requires application of this knowledge to prescribe and deliver exercise aimed at achieving specific adaptations.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe the planes of motion, joint actions and fundamental neuromuscular concepts (ESSA 5.2.1 and 5.2.2);
2. Explain the factors affecting force, stability and function of the musculoskeletal system during movement (ESSA 5.2.3);
3. Describe the importance of posture and stability during movement (ESSA 5.2.1 and 5.2.4);
4. Analyse basic and complex movements to identify joint actions and the muscles involved in producing and controlling these actions (ESSA 5.2.7);
5. Integrate knowledge of functional anatomy and resistance training to prescribe exercise targeting specific adaptations (ESSA 4.2.4 and 5.2.6);
6. Identify joint actions and neuromuscular factors that may contribute to injury risk during movement (ESSA 5.2.5).
Content
- Functional movement analysis of sport and exercise
- Joint actions and muscular contractions, and the factors affecting these
- Structure and function of the major bones, joints, muscles and soft tissue structures of the upper-body, lower-body and trunk
- Importance of, and factors related to posture, stability and injury during human movement
- Selecting exercises to achieve specific adaptations based on functional anatomy
Assumed knowledge
EXSS1060 and HUBS1108
Assessment items
Quiz: Online Quizzes
In Term Test: Practical Exam in Class
Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Laboratory Exercises/Booklet
Online Learning Activity: Video movement task review
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must attend 80% of sessions.
Online Activity-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must attend 80% of sessions.
Online Activity-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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