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Core Module Information
Module title: Scientific Analysis of Human Movement
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: SES10108
Module leader: Susan Brown
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Sport Exercise and Health Science
Prerequisites

Requisites: AND Pre-requisite: [Module SES09709] Intermediate Biomechanics (Singapore) AND Pre-requisite: [Module SES09109] Intermediate Biomechanics
Description of module content:

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 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.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

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 in processing, analysis and presentation of biomechanical data relating to human movement and performance.

LO4: Scientifically discuss and interpret biomechanical data in light of the current literature, underlying mechanisms and methodological limitations.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 003
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Susan Brown
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 10 A different theme will be discussed each week in the tutorials that follows the module progress plan. These group tutorials are designed to promote discussions with the module teaching team as well as with your peers.
Online Guided independent study 158 Each week reading materials and resources will be issued on Moodle (these will also be shared via the Module Leganto list at the beginning of the module should you wish more time to engage with the materials). You are expected to read and reflect on the essential reading material which can be discussed during the lecture and practical sessions.
Face To Face Lecture 20 Our lectures will be lecturer-facilitated but will allow you to explore and apply theory introduced during the pre-lecture readings to consolidate your knowledge and understanding. The majority of the discussion will be student-led and happen within small groups of around 5-6 students in a group, though the group composition will change each week. To get full benefit from the lecture and to support other students, you are expected to come prepared to engage with the lecture material.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 12 Our practical sessions will apply the theory, knowledge and skills learned in the lectures in a practical context. As part of the practical sessions, you will be using different biomechanical systems and to collect data which will be then analysed and discussed during additional PC laboratory sessions. These practical are designed to be interactive and hands on.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Written 60 3~4 Week 13 , WORDS= 2000 words In this assessment you will be asked to carry out the proposed processing, analysis, and presentation of your data and scientifically interpret the findings in your discussion.
Project - Written 40 1~2 Week 7 , WORDS= 2000 Words In the first summative assessment, you will submit the protocol for your selected study topic. The protocol mainly involves the rationale/aim for the study as well as the methods.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
SES10108 Scientific Analysis of Human Movement
 

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