EXSS3060
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course assumes an understanding of biomechanics and builds on the students’ understanding of biomechanical principles and practical skills to analyse movement patterns taught in EXSS2020 Biomechanics. Students are afforded the opportunity to scientifically measure the physical attributes of human motion. This includes the quantitative analysis of human motion through the use of bioinstrumentation during dynamic performance. A detailed analysis of the gait pattern of human locomotion, from both a clinical and sport science perspective, and investigations into the mechanics of tissues and their function, are integral features of this course. These skills and knowledge are integral to the problem-solving nature of human movement science. Students will learn industry-relevant practical biomechanical skills to identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement and injury reduction: including how to measure and analyse three-dimensional motion using biomechanical equipment; and how to interpret and apply this data to inform exercise prescription practices relevant to the client’s needs.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Classify and quantify normal and pathological gait movement (ESSA 2.2.2; 2.2.3; 2.2.4, 2.2.5; 2.2.6);
2. Evaluate the biomechanical factors during human motion that interact and contribute to mechanisms of sporting injury and optimise performance (ESSA 2.2.2; 2.2.3; 2.2.4, 2.2.5; 2.2.6);
3. Discriminate how the biomechanical properties of tissue adapt to loading (ESSA 2.2.1; 2.2.6);
4. Capture and critically analyse three-dimensional human movement analysis using industry standard biomechanical methods and equipment to aid in exercise prescription (ESSA 2.2.3; 2.2.4, 2.2.5; 2.2.6);
5. Communicate recommendations for improving performance, reducing injury likelihood and/or enhancing rehabilitation based on their biomechanical assessment of their client's motion (ESSA 2.2.3; 2.2.4, 2.2.5).
Content
• Clinical Gait Analysis
• Three-dimensional Motion Analysis of Human Movement
• Inertial Measurement Units
• Force Transducers
• Electromyography and Muscle Activation
• Biomechanical Tissue Properties
• Biomechanics of Injury and Sporting Performance
Requisite
You must have successfully completed EXSS2020 to enrol in this course.
Assumed knowledge
EXSS2020
Assessment items
Online Open Book Formal Examination: Examination: Formal
Case Study / Problem Based Learning: Movement Case Study
Case Study / Problem Based Learning: 3D Motion Case Study
Case Study / Problem Based Learning: Gait Case Study
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Computer Lab-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- To run concurrently with the normal laboratory classes.
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must attend 80% of sessions.
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- To run concurrently with the computer laboratory.
- 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
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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