SP6063 - Human Movement Analysis (2023/24)
| Module specification | Module approved to run in 2023/24 | ||||||||||||
| Module title | Human Movement Analysis | ||||||||||||
| Module level | Honours (06) | ||||||||||||
| Credit rating for module | 15 | ||||||||||||
| School | School of Human Sciences | ||||||||||||
| Total study hours | 150 | ||||||||||||
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| Running in 2023/24(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change) |
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Module summary
You will be expected to perform a small research project to compare the biomechanics of two motions by collecting and analysing motion data. You will be given the opportunity to research either a project of your choice of select from a given list of project titles. The module is designed to support you in their respective pathway, with the expectation that those studying Sports Therapy / Sport and Dance Therapy will focus on injury risk and rehabilitation; for those studying Sport and Exercise Science you will focus on performance improvement, and for those studying Sport Psychology, Coaching and Physical Education will focus on providing coaching guidance for the individual. You will be able to select from any of these study types.
After completing this module you will be able to describe motions of the body during typical activities, examine the movement using multiple biomechanical techniques, understand the limitations of different experimental and analytical techniques used to quantify human movement, interpret motion data accurately, and evaluate studies of human movement. You will also learn the computer skills necessary to perform a biomechanical analysis of human movement.
The aims of this module are aligned with the qualification descriptors within the Quality Assurance Agency’s Framework for Higher Education Qualifications. This module aims to prepare you for post-graduate study, and further research suitable for academic publication.
Prior learning requirements
Pre-requisite SP5053
Available for Study Abroad? NO
Syllabus
Motion capture in 3D (LO1, LO2, LO3)
Current biomechanics research topics (LO1, LO3)
Use of motion analysis software for motion analysis and description (LO1, LO3)
Data cleansing/analysis including smoothing, error correction, outlier management, scaling and filtering (LO1, LO2, LO3)
Balance of independent study and scheduled teaching activity
Knowledge of the subject matter will be communicated through lectures, tutorials and practical sessions (33 hours). Practical sessions will be used to develop expertise with data collection and analysis, and will form the basis of the coursework component. Appropriate supporting materials will be provided for these class sessions, together with a wider range of web-based learning resources and other student-centred learning opportunities (108 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: Understand the process of motion capture and analysis in sport, exercise and rehabilitation settings
LO 2: Engage in consistent and appropriate communication with colleagues, superiors and supervisors with regards to the research process
LO 3: Collect, analyse and present data in an appropriate manner
LO 4: Gain an awareness of current biomechanics research topics
Assessment strategy
Poster: A summary poster of research project undertaken throughout the module (LO 1, 2, 3).
Literature review: A literature review or blog post of a contemporary issue within biomechanics (LO 3,4).