Sports Biomechanics

    Unit code: AHE2102 | Study level: Undergraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Park
    Prerequisites
    AHE1202 - Biomechanics; or
    NEF1102 - Engineering Physics 1
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    In this unit, students further develop the analytical skills learned in first year biomechanics and apply these skills to real-world sporting applications. Using qualitative and quantitative biomechanical analysis skills, cameras and analysis software, biomechanical principles are used to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of an individual’s technique. Students perform a research-based analysis and a servicing-based report for an athlete to explore both the scientific aspect of sports biomechanics as well as the applied component where this data needs to be condensed and presented in a coach/athlete friendly way. Students also explore high level lab-based technologies to explore the forces and motions in sports skills, balance and injury.

    Learning Outcomes

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

    1. Clarify the role of sports biomechanics and recognise and distinguish its relationship with complementary roles;
    2. Employ professional judgement to apply appropriate methods to set up, record, analyse and interpret sports skills;
    3. Scrutinise and assess the athletic performance of skills by applying biomechanical principles to provide servicing for the enhancement of technique;
    4. In collaboration with others, demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and professional practice; and
    5. Present a clear coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas to differentiated audiences (specifically sporting and scientific).

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 30%
    2 x quizzes (15% each)
    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Practical skills test
    Assessment type: Project
    |
    Grade: 50%
    Report and presentation

    Hurdle 1: To gain an overall pass in this unit students must attend and complete 80% of the laboratory sessions.
    Hurdle 2: Successful completion of practical skills test.

    Required reading

    Selected readings will be made available via VU Collaborate.

    As part of a course

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

    Bachelor of Biomedical and Exercise Science
    HBES | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
    Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice)
    ABHD | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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