Structural Kinesiology

Unit code: AHE1101 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit includes the identification of the major structures of the skeletal, muscular, articular, nervous, cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and the examination of their respective functions; developing the student's ability to link function to structure. In addition, kinesiological concepts that assist in the determination of joint actions of muscles are covered. The unit will be studied with a regional anatomy orientation.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Locate and articulate the major structures of the skeletal, muscular, articular, nervous, respiratory and cardiovascular systems;
  2. Explain the functions of the major structures of the skeletal, muscular, articular, nervous, respiratory and cardiovascular systems;
  3. Analyse the links between body/anatomical structure and function with a focus on joint complexes and stabilising structures; and
  4. Adapt kinesiological concepts to explain muscle actions based on position and orientation of muscle.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 10%
Short online tests (2) on anatomical language, skeletal, muscular, and articular systems
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 60%
Reports and presentation on a specific joint and injury or condition affecting that joint - 3 progressive assessments
Assessment type: Exercise
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Grade: 30%
Final practical exercise to identify structures and explain functions of the various joint complexes and systems of the body

Required reading

Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.

RECOMMENDED TEXTS: Marieb, E.N., Wilhelm, P. B., & Mallatt, J. (2019). Human anatomy Global Edition (9th ed). Pearson Benjamin Cummings.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Exercise Science (Clinical Practice)
ABHE | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice)
ABHD | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
SBEC | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Physical Education and Sport Science
SBPH | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Sport Science
SBSA | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Sport Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Psychological Studies
SBHP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Sport Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Sport Management
SBHS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years

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