Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Workshop
Module Offerings
4503SPOPID-SEP-PAR
Aims
The aim of this module is to introduce the basic principles of human anatomical structure and biomechanics and to illustrate applications of these principles in sport, exercise and health. The module also aims to provide an introduction to experimental methods in biomechanics and to develop skills in data handling.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe human anatomical structure and function and apply these concepts to sport, exercise and health
2.
Apply concepts and techniques of biomechanics to sport and exercise
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Anatomical terminology
Tissue organisation and structure
Skeletal Muscle structure and function
Functional anatomy of the musculoskeletal system
Linear motion
Angular motion
2D video analysis
Forces (Newton's Laws)
Jump analysis
Applications in biomechanical contexts
Additional Information:Your knowledge of and understanding of structural and functional anatomy will be developed along with the mechanical principles that govern human movement. This will be evaluated by the completion of the relevant assessment tasks. You will be expected to engage with interactive resources that facilitate self directed exploration of the human body, functional movement and anatomical principles.
Assessments
Exam
Test