Biomechanics

Unit code:AHE1202Study level:Undergraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park

Prerequisites

(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

This unit introduces students to biomechanical concepts and relatedness to common real-world issues in field of sports and exercise. Students will learn the biomechanics terminology, fundamental problem solving and analysis techniques, and major theories. Linear and angular kinematics and kinetics concepts will be learnt through guided project work that investigates (i) linear kinematics of sports match analysis, (ii) angular kinematics and projectile motion of sports movement technique, (iii) linear and angular kinetics of human impacts during locomotion and agile movements, and (iv) friction, work and energy associated with sports equipment.

Learning Outcomes

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

Relate and attribute biomechanical concepts and terminology to relevant human movement analysis and equipment in sport situations;
Describe kinematics and kinetics properties of human movement and equipment, evaluating the physical impact human interactions with equipment and the environment;
Measure and derive kinematics and kinetics properties relevant to human movement and equipment in sport situations;
Summarise, substantiate and articulate appropriate biomechanical analysis techniques and processes that extract biomechanical properties in prescribed situations; and
Interpret, deduce and identify practical strategies to enhance physical and biomechanical performance across sporting and clinical populations.