Kinesiology and Biomechanics (5cr)

Objective

At the completion of this course students have the knowledge to:
Describe basic biomechanical concepts including the kinematics and kinetics of joint motion. Describe the normal joint function and structure for each of the joint complexes studied. Describe the response of viscoelastic tissues to various forms of loading.
Define various muscle contraction types and other characteristics of muscle contraction. Describe the functional demands on each of the regional, anatomical systems. Describe the factors that contribute to mobility and stability for each joint studied. Learned how to develop an integrated knowledge base. Increased your overall problem solving skills, including your ability to define problems, gather and evaluate information, and develop solutions.
Developed effective knowledge acquisition skills. Developed better team skills. Increased your communication skills.
• Increased your self-assessment skills.
• Increased your ability to assess the work of others.
• Increased your ability to identify, find and use appropriate resources.

Content

Structure & funtion of the muscles; muscle cell & - tissue. Different cell types. Muscle contraction types

Qualifications

Students have a basic knowledge of the structure and function of the Human body as well as basic terminology. Students are able to find information and use various sources of anatomy & physiology.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Theory exam and practial exam