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SPS1113 | Sports Biomechanics and Functional Anatomy | ||
SCHOOL OF EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCES | |||
Credit Points: 15 | |||
Prerequisites: | |||
EBH1101 | Human Anatomy | ||
Description: | |||
This unit introduces students to the major biomechanical factors that underpin human movement, with a special focus on locomotion, sports technique, and injury prevention. Additionally, each region of the body will be examined from a functional perspective in order to understand how movements are performed, how errors in function can lead to injury or damage and how movement optimisation can improve physical performance or minimise injury risk. Full Unit Outline | |||
This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets | |||
M89 | Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) | ||
M90 | Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation) | ||
Y56 | Bachelor of Science (Sports Science and Football) | ||
MABUTS | Health and Physical Education Major | ||
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005) | |||
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http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/student-equity |
Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/15/2014 VET: 5/14/2014