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Module Title
Principles Of Biomechanics And Instrumentation
Reference HSM163 Version 2
Created September 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 11
Approved June 2016 SCQF Points 15
Amended September 2017 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide students with an advanced theoretical and practical base for examining the biomechanical aspects of human movement and to critically evaluate the underpinning theory and practical use of objective measurement tools in a variety of sports settings.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Critically analyse the biomechanical components of selected activities.
2 Evaluate the theory and relevant literature behind biomechanical measurement and instrumentation.
3 Collect and critically analyse experimental data using a range of measurement tools and evaluate their reliability and use.
4 Design and critique relevant research methods for biomechanical analysis of sports-related performance.

Indicative Module Content
Translation and rotational systems, friction, mass moment of inertia, kinetics of rigid bodies, concepts of muscle force, work, power and energy. Vector analysis. Forces, moments, gravity and equlibrium. Forms of motion, to include gait, running, jumping, sit-to-stand, lifting and others. Rectilinear and curved path motion of particles including non-constant acceleration case. Newton's Laws applied to rigid body kinetics of linear and circular motion systems including the effect of friction. Mass moment of Inertia. Impulse and momentum. Work and Energy. Free body diagrams, planes, axes, effects of gravity, levers. Calculation of joint forces, moments and powers. Mechanical work, energy and power. Interpretation and analysis of motion data. Measurements of motion, force, pressure, muscle activity, physiological cost index, oxygen consumption. Physical properties of selected pieces of instrumentation: 3-D optical and magnetic motion capture systems, temporal/spatial motion measurements, force plates, foot switches, electromyography, Physiological Cost Index, VO2max analyser. Measurement protocols, validity, reliability, repeatability and reproducibility.

Module Delivery
This module is delivered by laboratory sessions, lectures, practicals and workshops, guided self-study and is integrated with applications within the laboratory.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 30 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 120 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: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Essay

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Coursework will be assessed using a Grading Proforma and a Performance Descriptor will be used to establish the final grade.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A in Component 1.
B B in Component 1.
C C in Component 1.
D D in Component 1.
E E in Component 1.
F F in Component 1.
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 WINTER, D.A., 2009. Biomechanics and Motor Control of Human Movement. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
2 ALLARD P., CAPPOZZO A., LUNDBERG A., VAUGHAN C., 1998. Three Dimesional Analysis of Human Locomotion. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
3 ZATSIORSKY, V.M., 2002. Kinetics of Human Motion. Human Kinetics.
4 RICHARDS, J., 2008. Biomechanics in Clinic and Research: An interactive teaching and learning course. Elsevier/Butterworth Heinemann.

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