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LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Seminar
Module Offerings
7510SPOSCI-SEP-PAR
Aims
This module aims to develop students’ theoretical knowledge and understanding of biomechanical analysis for sport performance. The module will also aim to develop students’ applied laboratory skills in conducting biomechanical assessments and interpreting biomechanical information for sports performance. Students will develop practical skills using different biomechanical analysis techniques including ecological and lab-based approaches. Students will develop the integrated data collection and processing skills needed to conduct and communicate biomechanical assessment effectively to inform performance enhancement in a range of individual and team sports environments.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Apply the process of motion capture and analysis in sport performance settings
2.
Evaluate research methods and technologies used in biomechanical analysis in sports performance settings.
3.
Apply appropriate biomechanical analysis for a range of sports performance requirements.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Fundamentals of biomechanics and movement analysis
Motion capture of single and cyclical movement
Current biomechanics research topics (including force platform, wearable devices, and ecological movement analysis)
Use of motion analysis software and statistical analysis software for motion analysis and description in lab settings
Use of motion analysis software and statistical analysis software for motion analysis and description in ecological settings
Data cleansing/analysis including smoothing, error correction, outlier management, scaling and filtering
Introduction to statistical measures of reliability
Additional Information:This module provides an opportunity to focus on the use of biomechanical techniques to assess sports performance. Advanced methodologies in force and motion analysis will be examined along with biomechanical modelling and advanced analysis software. This module is fundamental to the collection of high-quality experimental data in biomechanics facilitating the exploration of movement in an individual and team sports performance setting. Students’ knowledge and skills will be assessed through completion of individual assignments. Students are presented with opportunities to gain peer and lecturer formative feedback on their assessment within small group seminar sessions and individual tutor meetings that take place throughout the semester.