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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.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

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.

Field of Education:

 61701 Physiotherapy

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Essential  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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