edu3sbm sports biomechanics
SPORTS BIOMECHANICS
EDU3SBM
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students develop a theoretical understanding of, and the application of, biomechanical principles related to human movement. Through a series of lectures and practical laboratory classes students are provided with an opportunity to devise, trial, and evaluate strategies related to efficient human performance in sport. Students will analyse sporting techniques using digital video.
FacultyFaculty of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJohn McCullagh
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites EDU2HBS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Sport Mechanics for Coaches (3rd ed) | Recommended | Burkett, B (2010) | HUMAN KINETICS, CHAMPAIGN ILL |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJohn McCullagh
Class requirements
WorkShop
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Plus one hour of online learning per week"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Video Assessment | 20 | |
| Examination | 60 | |
| Lab Assessment | Hurdle requirement: 80% attendance at all laboratory classes is required in order to pass this subject. | 20 |