Units

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Sample subject outline - Semester 2 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

This unit is designed to develop a basic understanding of the ways in which human movement is analysed from a biomechanical perspective, and to develop the skills necessary to complete simple analyses of human motion. Knowledge of basic biomechanical concepts is essential for all health related professionals, physical education teachers, personal trainers and exercise physiologists.

Aims

The aim of this unit is to introduce:

1. the mechanics of motion that make up the human body and their theoretical models.


2. the fundamental criteria of the measurement and analysis of human movement.

Objectives

On completion of this unit, you should be able to:

1. Apply the biomechanical knowledge/skills in each of the four content areas (kinematics, kinetics, fluid dynamics, material properties).


2. Conduct simple mechanical analysis to study the mechanics of the human body.


3. Identify the skills required for the measurement of human movement.


4. Develop strategies to solve biomechanical problems from a real world scenario.


5. Communicate comprehension of relevant literature, problem solving and the analysis of motion.

Content

The following topics will be covered during the unit:

1. The scope of biomechanics and current research in the field of biomechanics from an applied approach.


2. An introduction to the principles of kinematic analysis of motion, including temporal, displacement, velocity and acceleration characteristics of numerous activities.


3. An introduction to the principles of kinetic analysis of motion, including work, power, energy, impulse and momentum characteristics with respect to a variety of activities.


4. The use of qualitative analysis to examine commonly executed exercises and sporting activities with regards to the biomechanical principles and concepts governing them.


5. An introduction to the principles of fluid dynamics, including the concepts of lift and drag forces related to aquatic activities and projectile motion.


6. An introduction to the use of video analysis and computing software to analyse motion.


7. An introduction to the properties of synthetic and biological materials.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Teaching mode:
Lecture: 2 hours
Laboratory/computer session: 2 hours

Learning and teaching approaches:
- problem based
- individual learning
- experimental learning by exploring and manipulating data.

Assessment

Formative feedback will be provided in the computer laboratory sessions and from the weekly online tutorials with QUT Blackboard.

Summative assessment will be based on the three assessment items during the course of the semester. The type of assessment will include multiple choice, short answers, problem based, and calculation type questions.

To achieve a passing grade overall, you must obtain a passing grade for each of the 3 assessment items. QUT's supplementary policy will apply http://www.studentservices.qut.edu.au/assess/results/supplementary.jsp

Assessment name: Problem Solving Task
Description: Linear and angular kinematics
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 4, and 5.
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 5

Assessment name: Problem Solving Task
Description: Linear and angular kinetics and fluid dynamics
Relates to objectives: 1, 3, and 5
Weight: 30%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 11

Assessment name: Examination (Theory)
Description: Material properties and analyses applications.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6.
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Examination period

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

Hall, S.J. (2006). Basic Biomechanics (5th ed.). Sydney: McGraw Hill.

Hamill, J., & Knutzen, K.M. (2009). Biomechanical basis of human movement (3rd ed.). Sydney: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Risk assessment statement

There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 27-Sep-2012