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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Kinesiology | |||
| Reference | HS1137 | Version | 1 |
| Created | April 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
| Approved | June 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| This module aims to develop the students' ability to apply anatomical and biomechanical principles to the analysis of human movements. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Identify and describe the phases of a movement task. |
| 2 | Identify the joint movements and muscle actions of a movement task. |
| 3 | Explain the fundamental biomechanical principles underpinning a movement task. |
| 4 | Report data associated with muscle actions involved in a movement task. |
| 5 | Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| Technique analysis, observation, phases, framework approach, performance models, videoing principles, critical instances, semi quantitative video analysis. Biomechanical movement principles (Speed production, force production, movement co-ordination, sport specific). Segmental analysis. Electromyography (EMG) collection and analysis. |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Practical sessions. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Practical Exam | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Presentation | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 0% | Outcomes Assessed: | 5 |
| Description: | Minimal module attendance requirement of 80% | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80% | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass |
| B | Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass |
| C | Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass |
| D | Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass |
| E | Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass |
| F | Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None, in addition to course entry requirements. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | BARTLETT, R., 2014. Introduction to sports biomechanics: Analysing human movement patterns. 3rd ed. London: Routledge. |
| 2 | KNUDSON, D.V., 2013. Qualitative diagnosis of human movement. 3rd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. |
| 3 | McGINNIS, P.M., 2013. Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise. 3rd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. |
| 4 | PALASTANGA, N. & SOAMES, R., 2012. Anatomy & Human Movement Structure and Function. 7th ed. Elsevier. |