BMES012 Applied Biomechanics I (10 cr)
Learning outcomes
After completing the course a student is able to:
• choose/recommend appropriate methods of application
• explain the relationship between biomechanical methods and phenomena and their applications
• practically explain biomechanical research methodology
Study methods
Lectures 20 hours
Report seminar 20 hours
Possibility of visiting lectures
Content
Application of biomechanical research methods in the context of muscle fatigue, training, sports biomechanics, clinical biomechanics, rehabilitation and ergonomics.
Further information
1st autumn
Literature:
ISBN-number | Author, year of publication, title, publisher |
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978-0-415-55837-2, 978-0-415-55838-9, 978-0-203-86771-6 | Bartlett, Roger ; Bussey, Melanie. 2012. 2 ed. Sports biomechanics : reducing injury risk and improving sports performance Kirjasta tentitään joko sivut 1-176 (Ch 1-4, urheiluvammoista) TAI sivut 177-321 (Ch 5-8, suorituksen parantaminen) |
9781405140591 | Komi, P. V. (ed.) 2003. Strength and Power in Sport. 2nd edition. Olympic Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine. Volume III. Cambridge, USA: Blackwell Science, University Press (544 s.). E-tentti |
Assessment criteria
Active participation in the lectures and report seminar. Exam based on the lectures. Literature exam in one of the fall semester general exams. The Komi book exam can be conducted at any time of year as an e-exam.
Lecture exam 30%
Literature Komi 30%
Literature Bartlett & Bussey 10%
Seminar work 30%
Prerequisites
B.Sc. degree in biomechanics or corresponding studies