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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2006 - 2007
Module Title |
Sport & Health Biomechanics II
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Module Code |
SS303
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School |
School of Health & Human Performance
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Online Module Resources
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Module Co-ordinator | Dr Kieran Moran | Office Number | XG05 |
Level |
3
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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To develop the students ability to perform a qualitative analysis in sportTo develop and extend the students understanding of the biomechanical factors affecting sporting performance and functional movement.
To introduce students to equipment and protocols in quantitative analysis.
To be able to carry out an independent quantitative evaluation of either a sporting or functional movement biomechanically.
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Learning Outcomes
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Students will gain experience in the following:
7 Performing a qualitative analysis using video and multimedia tools
7 Critically examining and summarising current research and coaching manuals
7 Producing a biomechanical report for an athlete, coach or client.
7 Utilising biomechanical equipment for measuring movement
7 Designing, analysing and interpreting biomechanical data
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
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Tutorials |
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Laboratories |
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
75
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Biomechanical factors influencing movement.
Equipment for quantitative biomechanical analysis:
Use and interpretation
A study of applications of biomechanics in sport and health:
Walking, Running Balance, Sit to stand, Jumping, Golf
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Assessment | Continuous Assessment | 50% | Examination Weight | 50% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Essential:
Hall, S (1999) Basic biomechanics. WCB/McGraw-Hill
Hay, J. (1993) - The biomechanics of sports techniques. Prentice-Hall
Supplementary:
Whiting, W and Zernicke, R. (1998) Biomechanics of musculoskeletal injury. Human Kinetics.
McGinnis, P. (1999) Biomechanics of sport and exercise. Human Kinetics.
Kreighbaum, E. (1996) Biomechanics : a qualitative approach for studying human movement. Allyn and Bacon.
Cavagna, P (1990) Biomechanics of distance running. Human Kinetics.
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Programme or List of Programmes
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SSH | BSc Sport Science and Health |
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