Prerequisites for Module
Successful completion of Stages 1 and 2 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
This module aims to develop the students ability to scientifically analyse movements and suggest methods for developing skilled execution of those movements using motor control and learning principles.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Collect, analyse and interpret quantitative data obtained from force platform and motion analysis systems.
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Qualitatively analyse and interpret a selected movement using a systematic framework approach.
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Discuss and evaluate the interaction between movement control and motor learning.
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Discuss and relate control of movement and motor learning to physical activity.
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Discuss the interdisciplinary, multifaceted processes involved in the control of human movement.
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Indicative Module Content
Observation of movement; systematic models of technique analysis; deterministic models of technique analysis; principles of movement (position, orientation, velocity, acceleration, force production); quantitative analysis of performance (force platform analysis, 3D motion analysis); models of motor control; information processing; skill acquisition and modification.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Tutorials
| 36 | Lectures
| 12 | Practicals
| 36 |
Directed Study
| | Guided Analysis
| 36 | Assessment
| 48 | Case Study Working
| 24 |
Private Study
| | Reading
| 108 |
| Mode of Delivery
A practical and tutorial based module supported by lectures.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4,5
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Component 1 will be assessed by written coursework
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | PAYTON, C.J. & BARTLETT, R.M., 2008. Biomechanical evaluation of movement in sport and exercise. London: Routledge
| | 2. | HAY, J.G., 1993. The biomechanics of sports technique. 4th ed. London: Prentice-Hall
| | 3. | KNUDSON, D.V. & MORRISON, C.S., 2002. Qualitative analysis of human movement. 2nd ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics
| | 4. | SCHMIDT, R. & WRISBERG, C., 2008. Motor control and performance: a situation-based learning approach. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics
| | 5. | WILLIAMS, A.M. & HODGES, N.J., 2004. Skill acquisition in sport: research, theory and practice. London: Routledge.
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Additional Notes
This module has been identified as being central to the objectives of the course and therefore failure may not be condoned.
A pass will not normally be awarded for this module unless the student has attended a minimum of 80% of all learning opportunities.
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