Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Sport and Exercise Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture

Practical

Seminar

Module Offerings

6101SPS-SEP-CTY

Aims

The aim of this module is for students to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate sports biomechanics in performance and injury contexts

Learning Outcomes

1.
Conduct an experimental analysis in sports biomechanics and interpret the findings
2.
Critically evaluate sports biomechanics concepts and literature
3.
Critique measurement tools used in biomechanical analysis

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:This module covers sports performance and injury contexts alongside technical training with key biomechanical tools. Sports Performance; Deterministic models; Cycling biomechanics; Footwear Methods in Sports Biomechanics; 3D Motion Analysis – QTM; Segmental Modelling - Visual 3D; Inertial Measurement Units Injury; Injury epidemiology, tissue loading, mechanisms; Injury prevention, risk factors, screening and prediction; Player Load Monitoring Current issues in sports biomechanics
Module Overview:
The aim of this module is for you to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate sports biomechanics in performance and injury contexts.
Additional Information:BUES mapped.

Assessments

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