UO Body in Motion 1
Course Level Undergraduate
Area/Catalogue
HLTH 2032
Course Level
Undergraduate
Study Method
100% online
Course ID
163561
Unit Value
4.5
UniSA Online Elective Course
Yes
Duration
10 weeks
Fees
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Course aim
To explore the principles of how nerves and muscles control movement and how they influence function and performance.
Course content
The course builds on the foundations of structural anatomy and human physiology through the analysis of movement, applying kinesiology principals and anatomical terminology, and interpreting human performance including motor skills, reaction time, strength and physical work capacity. Topics covered include neuromuscular and skeletal systems, basic biomechanics of forces, muscle types and performance outputs, coordination and function, postural control and stability, and motor learning processes.
Textbooks
Magill, Richard A ; Anderson, David I 2021, Motor Learning and Control: Concepts and Applications, 12th Edition, McGraw-Hill Education LLC, New York
Prerequisites
Nil
Corequisite(s)
Nil
Teaching Method
| Component | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERNAL, ONLINE ACTIVITY | |||
| Online | 10 weeks x N/A | ||
Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.
Assessment
Report, Test/Quiz
Fees
EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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