• 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.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities:

Contact hours:
17 hours of scheduled laboratory practical sessions on a residential for laboratory practical sessions.
3 hours scheduled support and tutor supervision.

Guided Independent Study:
13 x 1 hours of video lectures will provide a general overview of themes and topics covered in the module.
13 x 18 hours of engagement with weekly tasks and activities (e.g., consolidating video lectures, reading and engaging with resources/links, inquiry-based learning, discussion boards, formative assessments).
33 hours of assignment preparation and completion.

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.

Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment
Microsoft Teams
Internet access
Library facilities

Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment
Microsoft Teams
Internet access
Library facilities
Fully equipped physiology laboratory (for residential)

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities:

Contact hours:
6 hours of scheduled tutor support/supervision.

Guided Independent Study:
13 x 1 hours of video lectures will provide a general overview of themes and topics covered in the module.
13 x 18 hours of engagement with weekly tasks and activities (e.g., consolidating video lectures, reading and engaging with resources/links, inquiry-based learning, discussion boards, formative assessments).
47 hours of assignment preparation and completion.

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. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the underpinning physiology attributed to the acute responses and chronic adaptations to exercise
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning

5. Identify and evaluate a range of methods and techniques to measure physiological variables and interpret and analyse data obtained from physiological test protocols
Analysis
Problem Solving
Application

An OMCE will involve the use of a scientific calculator and require students to solve basic biomechanical problems in order to quantify movements and/or forces during sporting actions mathematical problems.
learning outcomes 1, 2, and 3.

The WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT will require students to: select a case study from the scenarios provided, discuss the acute and chronic responses to training with reference to the underpinning physiology and identify, discuss, and appraise two physiological tests (one lab-based and one field-based) pertinent to the selected case study scenario.

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 and understanding. 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).

The purpose of this module is to provide you 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, you 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.