Prerequisites for Module
Successful completion of HS1042 Structure and Function of the Human Body, HS1040 (Pathology) and HS2034 Measurement and Evaluation.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To enable the student to apply and justify the value of a variety of objective measurement tools for different pathologies and in different settings and recognise the response of the body to exercise.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Demonstrate safe and accurate practical application of a range of measurement tools.
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Collect and analyse experimental data using a range of measurement tools and evaluate their value in a range of settings.
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Analyse gait and movement patterns in a variety of pathological conditions.
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Discuss the importance of collecting, analysing and interpreting baseline data in terms of monitoring and directing intervention.
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Discuss the response of the cardiovascular respiratory and muscular systems to varying degrees of exercise by the appropriate application of physiological concepts and principles.
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Indicative Module Content
Instrumentation used to objectively measure normal and abnormal movement. Analysis of data, evaluation of validity and reliability of the instrumentation. Biomechanical features of orthopaedic gait, neurological gait, lower limb amputee gait and function of walking aids and orthoses. Cardiovascular, respiratory and muscular system response to exercise. Affect on muscle type and function related to exercise. Limiting factors to exercise performance.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 10 | Tutorials/Seminars
| 10 | Workshop/feedback
| 5 | Lab work
| 25 |
Directed Study
| | Core Reading
| 25 | Workbook activities
| 15 | Computer Assisted Learning
| 10 |
Private Study
| | Private study
| 50 |
Mode of Delivery
Laboratory work, lecture, practical, tutorial, workshop.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4,5
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Coursework consists of Laboratory Reports.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | McARDLE, W.D., KATCH, V. & KATCH F.I., 1996. Exercise physiology. 4th ed. London: Williams & Williams.
| | 2. | ROSE J., GAMBLE J.G, 1994. Human walking. 2nd ed. London: Williams & Wilkins.
| | 3. | ROTHSTEI, J. M., 1985. Measurement in physical therapy. New York: Churchill Livingstone.
| | 4. | WHUTLE, M., 1996. gait analysis - an introduction. 2nd ed. Oxford : Butterworth-Heinemann.
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