| Semester 2, 2021 External | |
| Short Description: | Biomechanics |
| Units : | 1 |
| Faculty or Section : | Faculty of Health, Engineering and Sciences |
| School or Department : | School of Health and Wellbeing |
| Student contribution band : | 2021 Grandfather Funding Cl 1 |
| ASCED code : | 069903 - Human Movement |
| Grading basis : | Graded |
Staffing
Examiner:
Requisites
Pre-requisite: BIO1203 and SES1002
Pre-requisite or Co-requisite: BIO1206 and SES1299
Rationale
This course outlines the mechanical principles underlying human movement as they apply to the unique needs of clients across a range of populations and requirements. Practical and theoretical aspects in testing, analysing and evaluating human movement and designing programs
Synopsis
This course examines biomechanics and its relationship to humans in movement across a range of groups in the population. It outlines the theoretical basis of human performance and provides practical opportunities to measure human performance. It provides the opportunity to analyse the data and design programs to meet the specific needs of clients. The importance of research in biomechanics for best practice and the interaction with relevant discipline areas will be presented.
This course contains a mandatory residential school for external students and mandatory on-campus laboratories or practical classes for on-campus students.
Objectives
On successful completion of this course students should be able to:
- Describe biomechanical principles, and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis and skills, and the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment.
- Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations.
- Analyse biomechanical problems and develop relevant intervention strategies to the movement context.
- Identify and interpret relevant biomechanics measurements for a client’s needs and identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement.
- Apply appropriate communication to explain scientific data and movement techniques to clients and other professionals.
Topics
| Description | Weighting(%) | |
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| 1. | Outline of Biomechanics. Terms and definitions – biomechanics and mechanics. Biomechanical principles and human movement. Mechanical theory and the body. Mechanical levers and laws of motion. Nature and application to lifespan and special populations (in health and exercise environments) and conditions – injury, disability, disease, gender, children, aged. Human interaction with surfaces and equipment in the environment (e.g., work and exercise) and impact on safety. | 30.00 |
| 2. | Biomechanical analysis of human movement. Qualitative and quantitative analysis. Musculoskeletal system movement analysis and the client. Muscle and joint functioning. Movement asymmetry. Technique/skill performance. | 15.00 |
| 3. | Practical skill competencies: Nature and appropriate use of testing and monitoring equipment. Conducting and interpreting biomechanical measurements for specific needs of clients – communication skills. Movement pattern identification and analysis – various activities (e.g., gait analysis). Video analysis and computing software use. Design and implement relevant programs and provide feedback to clients. | 40.00 |
| 4. | Biomechanics research: Qualitative and quantitative research. Research consultancy and support (e.g., sport). Research in biomechanics and relationship with other discipline areas such as motor learning and exercise physiology. Application of biomechanics. Communication and/or reporting of scientific data and movement techniques. | 15.00 |
Text and Materials
ALL textbooks and materials available to be purchased can be sourced from (unless otherwise stated). (https://omnia.usq.edu.au/textbooks/?year=2021&sem=02&subject1=SES2202)
Please for alternative purchase options from USQ Bookshop. (https://omnia.usq.edu.au/info/contact/)
McGinnis, P 2020, Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise, 4th edn, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL.
Kinovea movement analysis software v 0.8.15 (Windows only). Available for free download: . On- campus students can access the software at computer labs and library computers at the Ipswich campus.
Reference Materials
Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.
Grimshaw, P, Lees, A, Fowler, N., & Burden, A 2019, Instant Notes in Sport and Exercise Biomechanics, 2nd edn, Taylor & Francis, New York.
(ISBN 9781138640245.)
(ISBN 9781138640245.)
Hall S 2018, Basic Biomechanics, 8th edn, McGraw-Hill, New York.
Knudson, D 2007, Fundamentals of Biomechanics, 2nd edn, Springer: New York, NY, USA.
Nigg, B.M., & Herzog, W 2006, Biomechanics of the Musculo-skeletal System, 3rd edn, John Wiley & Sons: Chichester, West Sussex, England.
Whittle, M.W 2012, Gait Analysis, 5th edn, Elsevier, Philadelphia, USA.
Student Workload Expectations
| Activity | Hours |
|---|---|
| Assessments | 60.00 |
| Online Lectures | 11.00 |
| Online Tutorials | 10.00 |
| Private Study | 68.00 |
| Residential Schools | 16.00 |
Assessment Details
| Description | Marks out of | Wtg (%) | Due Date | Objectives Assessed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lab Assignment 1 | 9 | 9 | 29 Jul 2021 | 1,3 | (see note 1) |
| Lab Assignment 2 | 10 | 10 | 19 Aug 2021 | 1,3 | (see note 2) |
| Quiz | 20 | 20 | 09 Sep 2021 | 1,2,3 | (see note 3) |
| Res Sch/Lab Attend Part | 1 | 1 | 22 Sep 2021 | 1,2,3,4,5 | (see note 4) |
| Lab Assignment 3 | 20 | 20 | 14 Oct 2021 | 1,4,5 | (see note 5) |
| Open Examination - Online | 40 | 40 | End S2 | 1,2,3 | (see note 6) |
Notes
- Special information sessions relating to the assessment item will be scheduled. On-campus students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of practicals and complete each lab assignment in the week(s) following the related practical. External students will complete the lab assignments following attendance at the residential school.
- Special information sessions relating to the assessment item will be scheduled. On-campus students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of practicals and complete each lab assignment in the week(s) following the related practical. External students will complete the lab assignments following attendance at the residential school.
- Special information sessions relating to the assessment item will be scheduled.
- Students must attend at least 80% of the laboratory classes across the semester. External students must attend 80% of timetabled residential school classes.
- Special information sessions relating to the assessment item will be scheduled. On-campus students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of practicals and complete each lab assignment in the week(s) following the related practical. External students will complete the lab assignments following attendance at the residential school.
- This will be an online exam. Students will be provided further instruction regarding the exam by their course examiner via StudyDesk. The examination date will be available via UConnect when the Alternate Assessment Schedule has been released.
Important assessment information
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Attendance requirements:
External students must attend the mandatory residential school at the Ipswich campus and will involve 16 hours of practical work over a three day period and on-campus students must attend the mandatory on-campus laboratories or practical classes. Prior to attending, students must have completed all learning activities (i.e. watch all online lectures) to prepare them sufficiently for attending and fully participating in the mandatory residential school. -
Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
To satisfactorily complete the quiz and assignment assessment items a student must achieve at least 50% of the marks for each item. To satisfactorily complete residential school and laboratory attendance, a student must attend a minimum of 80% of practical classes throughout the semester. To satisfactorily complete the exam a student must achieve at least 40% of the marks available. -
Penalties for late submission of required work:
Students should refer to the Assessment Procedure (point 4.2.4) -
Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
To be assured of receiving a passing grade a student must obtain at least 50% of the total weighted marks available for the course (i.e. the Primary Hurdle), and have satisfied the Secondary Hurdle (Supervised), i.e. the end of semester examination by achieving at least 40% of the marks available for that assessment item. Students must also attend 80% of residential school sessions (Proficiency).
Supplementary assessment may be offered where a student has undertaken all of the required summative assessment items and has passed the Primary Hurdle but failed to satisfy the Secondary Hurdle (Supervised), or has satisfied the Secondary Hurdle (Supervised) but failed to achieve a passing Final Grade by 5% or less of the total weighted Marks.
To be awarded a passing grade for a supplementary assessment item (if applicable), a student must achieve at least 50% of the available marks for the supplementary assessment item as per the Assessment Procedure (point 4.4.2). -
Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the aggregate of the weighted marks obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course. -
Examination information:
An Online Examination is one in which candidates may have access to any printed, written, or online material as well as a calculator. -
Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
Deferred and Supplementary examinations will be held in accordance with the Assessment Procedure . -
University Student Policies:
Students should read the USQ policies: Definitions, Assessment and Student Academic Misconduct to avoid actions which might contravene University policies and practices. These policies can be found at .
Assessment Notes
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Students must familiarise themselves with the USQ Assessment Procedures (.
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If electronic submission is specified for a course assessment, students will be notified of this on the Course Study Desk. The due date for an electronically submitted assessment is the date by which a student must electronically submit the assignment irrespective of holidays. The assignment files must be submitted by 11.55pm on the due date using USQ time (as displayed on the clock on the course home page; that is, Australian Eastern Standard Time).
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If hardcopy submission is specified for a course assessment students will be notified of this on the Course Study Desk. The due date for a hardcopy assignment is the date by which a student must submit at USQ or despatch the assignment to USQ irrespective of holidays.
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USQ will NOT accept submission of assignments by facsimile or email unless expressly requested by the course examiner.
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Referencing in Assignments must comply with the APA referencing system. This system should be used by students to format details of the information sources they have cited in their work. The APA style to be used is defined by the USQ library’s referencing guide. These policies can be found at
Evaluation and Benchmarking
In meeting the University’s aims to establish quality learning and teaching for all programs, this course monitors and ensures quality assurance and improvements in at least two ways. This course:
1. conforms to the USQ Policy on Evaluation of Teaching, Courses and Programs to ensure ongoing monitoring and systematic improvement.
2. forms part of the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise program and is benchmarked against the
- internal USQ accreditation/reaccreditation processes which include (i) stringent standards in the independent accreditation of its academic programs, (ii) close integration between business and academic planning, and (iii) regular and rigorous review.
- professional accreditation standards of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
Other Requirements
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Computer, e-mail and Internet access:
Students are required to have access to a personal computer, e-mail capabilities and Internet access to UConnect. Current details of computer requirements can be found at -
Students can expect that questions in assessment items in this course may draw upon knowledge and skills that they can reasonably be expected to have acquired before enrolling in this course. This includes knowledge contained in pre-requisite courses and appropriate communication, information literacy, analytical, critical thinking, problem solving or numeracy skills. Students who do not possess such knowledge and skills should not expect the same grades as those students who do possess them.
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Students undertaking this course in external mode will be required to attend a residential school at the Ipswich campus to completed practical aspects related to the course. Students can locate the dates and residential schools via the University website. This will involve 16 hours of necessary practical work over a three day time period to successfully complete the course.