11109 (v.5) Movement Science 251

Area:

School of Physiotherapy

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

5.0

Lecture:

2 x 1 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Practical:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Further development of physiotherapy competencies by facilitating an understanding of the control of normal movement, the application of motor learning principles and therapeutic interventions to facilitate normal movement. Measurement of movement using bioinstrumentation and the application of the principles of biomechanics also contribute to further appreciation of normal and abnormal movement.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - An understanding of the methods by which movement may be analysed. Demonstrated knowledge of the processes by which movement skills are learnt and performed, both qualitative and quantitative.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Kreighbaum E. and Barthels K.M., (1996), Biomechanics - A Qualitative Approach for Studying Human Movement, 4th ed., Minneapolis, Burgess Publishing Company. Wiktorin C.and Nordin M., (1986), Introduction to Problem Solving in Biomechanics, Philadelphia,Lea and Febiger. Shumway-Cook A. and Woolacott M., (1995), Motor Control Theory and Practical Applications, Baltimore, Williams and Wilkins. Sullivan P.E. and Markos P.D., (1996), Clinical Procedures in Therapeutic Exercise, Connecticut, Appleton and Lange.

Unit Texts:

Sullivan P.E. and Markos P.D., (1995), Clinical Decision Making in Therapeutic Exercise, Connecticut, Appleton and Lange. Magill R.A., (2001), Motor Learning - Concepts and Applications, 6th ed., Madison, WCB, McGraw-Hill. Enoka R.M., (2002), Neuromechanics of Human Movement, 3rd ed., Champaign, Human Kinetics.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 25%. Practical Examinations 20%. Written Examinations 55%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y