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Module Title	Anatomy and Biomechanics in Sport
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Module Code	03 20423
Module Lead	Dr Rob Gray
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Full Term
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Restrictions	Single and joint honour students in the School of Sport, Exercise, and Rehabilitation; it can also be opened to international exchange students at the discretion of the School.
Contact Hours	Lecture-40 hours Practical Classes and workshops-4 hours Guided independent study-156 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module will focus upon the complementary sciences of Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics, examining the behaviour of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems in the performance of sport. Study will focus on the anatomy of bones, joints and muscles and the process by movement occurs. We will also begin to examine how the central and peripheral nervous systems contribute to movement. Laws that determine stability, or govern the direction and speed of motion will be examined in detail in the context of practical applications within sport.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: By the end of the module students should be able to:Name and describe all the main human bones. Describe the type, structure and motion of joints - Name the muscles and ligaments that initiate motion or constrain against movement at the main joints, and describe their action. Describe the key features of common musculo-skeletal injuries Describe and explain basic exercise techniques that can be used to strengthen or stretch particular muscles. Describe the organization and function of the parts oif the central nervous system. Perform quantitative analyses of human movementDescribe and explain the mechanical principles governing human motion Apply biomechanical knowledge to improving sports performance and to injury prevention.
Assessment	20423-01 : Coursework : Coursework (50%) 20423-02 : Written Examination : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Class tests (45%), Formal examination (50%), Laboratory practical (5%)
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