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EXERCISE AND SPORTS BIOMECHANICS
EXS2ESB
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces you to the core elements of biomechanics. In this subject you will investigate the forces that act on the human body and the effects produced by these forces, to cause motion, in order to understand how the human body interacts with its environment. This subject will introduce you to the key principles underlying human movement, including equilibrium and human motion and human movement in a fluid medium, and will also discuss the implications of current research that has shaped our understanding of how biomechanical analysis can be used to optimise human performance.
FacultyFaculty of Health Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorTimothy Bach
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must pass HBS1HBB and must be enrolled in one of HZHEP - Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Exercise Physiology, or Bachelor of Exercise Science, or Bachelor of Exercise Science and Master of Exercise Physiology. All other students require Subject Coordinator's approval.
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 | Basic Biomechanics. | Recommended | Hall, S J 2012 | 6TH EDN, MCGRAW-HILL, BOSTON. |
| Readings | Biomechanical evaluation of movement in sport and exercise. | Recommended | Payton, C J & Bartlett, R M 2008 | ROUTLEDGE, LONDON. |
| Readings | Sport and exercise biomechanics | Recommended | P. Grimshaw et al | TAYLOR & FRANCIS, NEW YORK |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size125
Enrolment information Limited staffing resources. Tables applying quota. Once quota reached, further enrolments will be subject to approval by Subject Coordinator.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorTimothy Bach
Class requirements
Laboratory Class
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 2.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One 1.5-hour theory examination. | 40 | |
| One 10-minute laboratory simulation | 30 | |
| One group presentation (10 minutes per student). | 30 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorTimothy Bach
Class requirements
Laboratory Class
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 2.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One 1.5-hour theory examination. | 40 | |
| One 10-minute laboratory simulation | 30 | |
| One group presentation (10 minutes per student). | 30 |