SP5063 - Biomechanical Applications (2024/25)
| Module specification | Module approved to run in 2024/25 | ||||||||||
| Module title | Biomechanical Applications | ||||||||||
| Module level | Intermediate (05) | ||||||||||
| Credit rating for module | 15 | ||||||||||
| School | School of Human Sciences | ||||||||||
| Total study hours | 150 | ||||||||||
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| Running in 2024/25(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change) |
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Module summary
This module focuses on understanding the application of principles of human movement in terms of the biomechanics of the muscular, nervous and skeletal systems. In addition the module explores the practical application of this knowledge to performance analysis, the development of sporting excellence, and injury prevention.
The module aims to provide an understanding of human movement and its control in terms of biomechanical principles; develop the ability to apply theoretical understanding of human movement in a variety of contexts including the analysis and development of sporting performance, and the prevention and treatment of injuries; and, develops critical thinking skills of data analysis and interpretation of results.
The aims of this module are aligned with the qualification descriptors within the Quality Assurance Agency’s Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Prior learning requirements
Prerequisite SP5053 must have been taken
Available for Study Abroad? NO
Syllabus
Theory and application of:
- Force platforms
- Electromyography
- Motion capture and analysis
- Isokinetic dynamometry
- Body composition (bod pod, anthropometry, bioelectrical impedance analysis)
Other equipment and processes as appropriate will be included in the lectures and practical sessions.
Balance of independent study and scheduled teaching activity
Knowledge of the subject matter will be communicated through lectures (12 hours) and practical sessions (24 hours). The practical sessions will be used to further develop understanding of biomechanical principles and their application to practice in sports or dance, as well as expertise with data collection and evaluation. Appropriate supporting materials will be provided for these practical sessions, together with a wider range of web-based learning resources and other student-centred learning opportunities (114 hours). Self-managed time and private study should be distributed over the whole semester and not left until the final weeks.
Learning outcomes
LO 1. Conduct a set of laboratory exercises relevant to the module, and write reports of these in appropriate scientific style.
LO 2. Use theoretical principles to analyse and evaluate sporting technique in the context of injury prevention and performance enhancement.