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This module has at its centre the understanding of human movement through scientific methods and analysis. More specifically you will be able to enhance your knowledge on areas related to healthy and pathologic human movement. Therefore, with your selected case study topic you will have the opportunity to explore the principles and techniques of movement description, perform gait analysis, understand dynamical systems analysis as well as optimisation of technique. In addition, you will be able to explore the mechanical functioning of the musculo-skeletal system and the mechanical properties of human tissue such as elasticity, rigidity and compliance. Furthermore, you will also revise and explore in an applied context concepts such as movement variability, centre of gravity, stretch shorten cycle, angular kinematics, angular kinetics, torque and moments, movement amplitudes and frequencies as well as movement control and coordination. Finally, you will be able to acquire significant skills in using advanced data collection techniques such as 3D motion capture systems, force platforms and electromyography systems. Through your applied work, you will also be required to critically analyse scientific literature and understand concepts of validity, reliability and errors in measurement. Finally, you will require to use statistical methods for data reduction, processing and analysis as well as techniques of effectively communicating biomechanical data through numeric and visual methods.

LO1: Examine the application of different practical and theoretical approaches to investigating human movement
LO2: Demonstrate a critical understanding of current literature used to develop appropriate rationale and justified assessment methods in response to an applied problem.
LO3: Apply knowledge, skills and understanding to execute a professional client consultation relating to human movement and performance.
LO4: Analyse, interpret and evaluate the numerical and/or graphical data collected and use them to make informed decisions and also to effectively present information to different audiences.