EHR218 Biomechanics (8)
Abstract
This subject gives students a fundamental understanding of how mechanical principles can be applied to understand human movement. Students learn how various kinetic (forces) and kinematic (description of motion) principles can be applied to improve movement skill technique and equipment design to maximise performance and/or reduce injuries. A practical-focused learning design will allow students to apply mechanical concepts to identify and describe why the body moves in certain ways. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
Session 2 | Online | Bathurst Campus | On Campus | Bathurst Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EHR218
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Exercise Science, Sport and Health |
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Assumed Knowledge
Basic fundamental mathematics and numeracy is assumed for this subject.
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Enrolment restrictions
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Sport Management)
Bachelor of Exercise Science
Bachelor of Exercise Science (Rehabilitation)
Bachelor of Exercise Science/Bachelor of Business Studies
Bachelor of Education (Health & PE)
Bachelor of Education (HPE)(Honours)
Diploma of Exercise Studies
or as approved by the Course Director |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to apply the fundamental concepts and principles of biomechanics as they relate to a specific movement skill;
- be able to distinguish between and undertake qualitative and quantitative approaches for describing human movement;
- be able to understand and explain basic kinetic and kinematic biomechanical principles, and how the can be applied to motion;
- be able to solve basic quantitative problems related to linear and angular kinetic and kinematic concepts involving motion;
- be able to describe the principles of the centre of gravity, equilibrium and balance;
- be able to explain the concept of levers and mechanical advantage within the human body;
- be able to describe the effects of factors governing projectile trajectory;
- be able to discuss the concepts and relationships of muscle mechanics during motion;
- be able to describe the principles of fluid motion including friction, buoyancy, drag and lift;
- be able to describe and explain the kinematic and kinetic patterns during the gait cycle.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Linear and angular kinetic principles;
- Linear and angular kinematic concepts;
- Equilibrium, balance and centre of gravity;
- Projectile motion;
- Biomechanics in a fluid environment;
- Muscle mechanics;
- Gait.
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.