Exercise Physiology and BiomechanicsLaajuus (4 cr)
Course unit code: SWPT0133
General information
- Credits
- 4 cr
- Teaching language
- English
Objective
Student
o understands the structure and function of the general locomotive system
o understands the effects of exercise to the structure and function of the general locomotive system
o is able to conduct and analyze physical performance tests
o is able to evaluate human movements based on basic physical characteristics.
Content
Human physical performance; endurance, strength & speed.
Exercise physiology; assessment of physical fitness.
Structure and function of the general locomotive system; neuromuscular junction and performance. Evaluation of human gait.
Mechanical & neurological aspects of muscular activity. Evaluation of balance.
Qualifications
Anatomy & Physiology I and Anatomy & Physiology II
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Excellent (5 ) and Very good (4): The student has advanced knowledge and understanding of human performance (exercise physiology and biomechanics) as well as ability to evaluate and measure physical performance. The student is able to draw on the skills acquired and demonstrated by him/her to instructively complete course learning assignments. The student is able to assess his/her competence and the skills acquired by him/her critically and instructively and to further improve them.
Good (3): The student has a good knowledge and understanding of human performance (exercise physiology and biomechanics) as well as ability to evaluate and measure physical performance. The student is able to apply the latest national and international evidence-based information acquired by him/her.
Satisfactory (2): The student uses the relevant information sources of the course and is able to assess the information used by him/her.
Adequate (1): The student has basic knowledge and understanding of human performance (exercise physiology and biomechanics) as well as ability to evaluate and measure physical performance.
Fail (0) KNOWLEDGE: The student does not have a basic knowledge and understanding of human performance (exercise physiology and biomechanics) as well as ability to evaluate and measure physical performance.