Biomechanics 2 (6835.3)

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Biomechanics 2
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods On-Campus
 Bruce, Canberra
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Health
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Discipline Of Sport And Exercise Science Level 3 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit follows on from Biomechanics 1 and is designed to further the student's knowledge on sports biomechanics and biomechanical research techniques. Unit content focuses on the biomechanics of numerous sports skills ranging from kicking and hitting activities to the application of hydrodynamic theory to swimming. Discussion then focuses on a variety of biomechanical research techniques including video based kinematic methodologies, the use of force platforms and EMG analyses.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Assess and differentiate the mechanical factors that influence sporting performance;
2. Compare examples from a variety of different sports to illustrate the role that mechanics has in human movement; and
3. Conduct a quantitative biomechanical analyses of a chosen sport and formulate and communicate meaningful feedback concerning technique modification.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development


Prerequisites

6834 Biomechanics 1

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2023 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 31 July 2023 On-Campus Dr Wayne Spratford
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Dr Wayne Spratford
Not available

Required texts

RECCOMENDED (not required): Grimshaw, P., Lees, A., Fowler, N. and Burden, A. (2007). Instant Notes: Sport and Exercise Biomechanics. Taylor and Francis, London. ISBN 185996284X

 

 

            Loan Type                            Library Call Number

UC Short Loan 3 hour

QP303.G85 2006

UC Short Loan 7 day

QP303.G85 2006

UC Short Loan 7 day

QP303.G85 2006

 

Supplementary readings are available on Library E-reserve. These readings will support the lecture material. Please ensure you access the e-reserve to collect any relevant papers. These readings are also available on moodle.

Submission of assessment items

Special assessment requirements

LATE HAND IN POLICY

When a student does not submit an assessment task on or before the due date and time, their mark will be reduced by five percentage points per day from the total mark available (e.g. if an assessment was submitted three days late a mark of 70% would be reduced to 55%, or put another way, if a student was awarded 21 out of 30 and submitted three days late their mark would be reduced to 16.5 out of 30), up to a maximum of seven days at which time the assignment will no longer be accepted, unless there are approved extenuating circumstances

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

Participation requirements

Lectures

No live lectures will be given. Pre-recorded lectures will be provided on Canvas weekly. 

Laboratory/tutorial/workshop classes

Data for the assignment will be collected in week 4 during the laboratory but will be made available to all students.

The final test will be given in week 13 and require all students to attend. If this is not possible, alternate arrangements may be able to be made (case by case basis)

The laboratory classes represent an application of the class material and thus provide a vital part of the understanding and learning process.

Required IT skills

The use of Canvas, library searching skills, word processing, manipulation of data and creation of graphs using Excel and electronic presentation skills are necessary for this unit.  

In-unit costs

none

Work placement, internships or practicums

none