Module Information
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 x 1 hr lecture per week |
| Practical | 1 x 2hr practical per week |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | 2 Hours Semester Exam Including short answer and essay style questions | 50% |
| Semester Assessment | Semester Assessment 2000 word essay | 50% |
| Supplementary Assessment | 3,000 word essay incorporating data analysis | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the kinematics and kinetics of angular movement
2. Analyse and interpret biomechanical data associated with complex movements
3. Understand the following techniques: use of a force plate; use of a motion analysis system.
4. Appreciate the nature and significance of error in measurement techniques
5. Understand the role of Modelling in Biomechanics
Brief description
This module is concerned with the biomechanics of complex movements and equipment design. Laboratory experimentation will provide the opportunity for students to develop practical skills in the use of a range of analysis equipment such as a force plate and computer-based motion analysis using a motion analysis system. A wide range of sport and exercise situations will be used to illustrate the mechanical principles considered. These could include kinematic anlaysis of walking; the kinetics of weight lifting; the design of shoes; and impact forces during a step class.
Aims
2. Develop the application of knowledge to the analysis of complex movements in sport and exercise
3. Develop competence in the use of a range of laboratory equipment and in data analysis
4. Develop understanding of the application of Modelling in Biomechanics.
Reading List
Bartlett, R.M. (1996) Introduction to sport biomechanics. London: E & F.N.Spon Primo search Carr, G. (1997) Mechanics of sport: a practitioner's guide. Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL Primo search Hamill, J. and Knutzen, K.M. (1995) Biomechanical basis of human movement. Williams and Wilkins, London Primo search Hay, J.G. (1993) The biomechanics of sports techniques. 4th ed Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs NJ Primo search McGinnis, P. (1999) Biomechanics of sport and exercise. Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL Primo search
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 5