Module Information
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 1 x 1 hour lecture per week |
| Practical | 1 x 1 hour practical session each fortnight |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | 2000 word laboratory report | 50% |
| Semester Exam | 1.5 Hours Semester 1 Examination | 50% |
| Supplementary Exam | 1.5 Hours Examination | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
Outline and describe the general anatomical structure of the musculo-skeletal system.
Describe the basic gross anatomy of the muscular and skeletal systems.
Demonstrate knowledge of the function and control of the musculo-skeletal systems.
Brief description
The module aims to provide students with an introduction to and understanding of the structure and function of the musculo-skeletal systems. To provide to the students a basic understanding and knowledge of the structure and function of these physiological systems, so as to facilitate understanding of their role in the application of Sport Science.
Content
Bone
Skeletal system
Joints
Muscle tissue
Muscular systems/function
Nervous systems
Sensory/motor control
Aims
This module provides the foundational anatomical knowledge and an introduction to basis physiological function and control of the muscular and skeletal systems for the sports scientist that is developed further at Levels 2 and 3. Students are empowered to acquire and apply basic anatomical, musculo-skeletal physiological concepts and principles through a variety of learning strategies. This module represents a core unit of study.
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | N/A. |
| Communication | Group seminars and group lab work. |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Blackboard quizzes, directed reading and exam preparation. |
| Information Technology | Blackboard. Power-Point. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | N/A. |
| Problem solving | Lab practical sessions. |
| Research skills | Reading assignment. Exam preparation. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Human anatomy and physiology. |
| Team work | Lab practical. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 4