The purpose of this module is to provide students with an introduction to human anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics. Various systems of the body (such as the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic and nervous) will be explored in the context of biomechanics and/or exercise physiology. In biomechanics, students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of human movement analysis through studying basic anatomical and mechanical principles, including an analysis of the musculo-skeletal system and movement patterns. Techniques for assessing sports-related kinematics and kinetics, will be developed, through the use of laboratory exploration. In exercise physiology, techniques for monitoring physiological performance and responses to exercise will be learnt and evaluated, such as methods of assessing aerobic and anaerobic capability (e.g., via laboratory- and field-based assessment of VO2max, lactate response, maximal intensity exercise, and flexibility). Practical and technical skills in data collection, and skills in data analysis will also be taught and developed.

A LABORATORY REPORT (1500 words) weighted at 50%, assessing learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.

A LABORATORY RESULTS BOOK weighted at 50%, and assessing learning outcomes 1, 4 and 5
(Final assessment)

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:

The LABORATORY REPORT will require students to review the relevant scientific literature, and present and interpret the results of a laboratory experiment.

The LABORATORY RESULTS BOOK will require students to: collect physiological data during their laboratory practicals; reflect on their skills and ability in executing physiological monitoring tests; provide an analysis of the data collected in relation to how the body responds to exercise and adapts to training; and give a justification for selecting a test (or tests) for measuring a particular physiological or performance variable.


Formative feedback/assessment
Students will be tested on their knowledge of biomechanical-related anatomy, exercise physiology, and on the application of biomechanical and physiological knowledge to situations within sport and exercise science during the delivery of the module. These experiences will provide important formative feedback about their knowledge, understanding and ability to undertake testing in this area. Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via supervised practical sessions where feedback will be given directly to students by supervising staff on their execution and knowledge of physiological monitoring tests. Written tasks and short quizzes will also be provided, which will be either peer-assessed or answers will be given directly from module staff (e.g., via verbal or electronic format).

Eston, R., & Reilly, T. (Eds.) (2009a). Kinanthropometry and exercise physiology laboratory manual: Tests, procedures and data. (3rd ed.) Volume 2: Physiology. London: E. & F.N. Spon.

Floyd, R. T. (2015). Manual of structural kinesiology. New York: McGraw-Hill.

Kenney, W. L., Wilmore, J. H., & Costill, D. L. (2015). Physiology of sport and exercise. (6th ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

Kerr, A. (2010). Introductory biomechanics. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingston.

McCaw, S. T. (2014). Biomechanics for Dummies. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons.

Appropriately-equipped laboratory (Biomechanics and physiology)
Appropriate technical support
Appropriately-equipped lecture room
Astro turf or equivalent space to carry out field testing

1. DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF VARIOUS SYSTEMS OF THE BODY, WHICH ARE RELEVANT TO BIOMECHANICS AND EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY.
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning

2. IDENTIFY AND COMMUNICATE THE ANATOMICAL AND MECHANICAL PRINCIPLES OF BIOMECHANICS
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding

3. SOLVE QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE BIOMECHANICAL PROBLEMS.
Problem Solving
Analysis

4. EXECUTE, EVALUATE AND REFLECT ON A RANGE OF METHODS AND TECHNIQUES TO MONITOR AND ANALYSE PHYSIOLOGICAL VARIABLES.
Communication
Reflection
Analysis

5. INTERPRET AND ANALYSE PHYSIOLOGICAL DATA OBTAINED AT REST AND DURING EXERCISE Communication
Analysis

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (78 hours)  26 hours Lectures  26 x 2 hours Labs/seminars = 52 hours in total. Specify the number of Guided Independent Study Hours attributed to each type of activity (eg reading / assessment preparation).  Total hours should equate to Guided Independent Study Hours identified on page 1 of this form. Guided Independent Study: (222 hours)  62 hours reading / 80 hours lab report preparation / 80 hours laboratory-based test preparation