Course Description

The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to physical and mechanical concepts of human movement. Human movement can be studied from many perspectives ranging from simple description to detailed analysis involving force generation, torque etc. In this introductory class we will begin with a history of kinesiology, progress to measurement issues and systeme internationale, basic nomenclature and anatomical terminology. From here we will progress to look at basic physical aspects such as levers, force production, resistance etc. and the roles they play in human performance. We will then look at how these can be manipulated to improve performance. We shall cover many topics including terminology, lever arms, muscle contraction, joint types, bone growth, physical principles etc. but shall use the properties of skeletal muscle and bone and how they integrate in human movement as a central theme. Much of the required anatomy is not contained within the reading material but you may need to seek alternative resources. 
 

Instructional Methods:
The classroom lectures are delivered through powerpoint presentations. As a guiding tool the readings contain both focus questions and laboratory experiences that will compliment your learning of this material. This approach allows for interactive conversation throughout the lectures. Additional time is allocated during many classes for group discussions on problem questions and practical application. You will find the focus questions developed for each topic a valuable learning aid
Laboratory experiences are practically based and allow you to participate in various levels of data collection and personal measurement and most importantly apply material learned in lecture.

Materials:
 

  • Required Texts: Reading packet . This may be purchased for $40.00. I will give you instructions in class about where to get the packet. Some other suggested readings are the following.
    • Biomechanics of Sport & Exercise. Peter Mc Ginnis. Human Kinetics, 1999.
    • Dynatomy: Dynamic human Anatomy. William Whiting & Stuart Rugg. Human Kinestics, 2006.


    Grading Rational:

    1.  Quizzes:There will be three quizzes each worth 15%. Quiz dates are  Feb 9th, March 4th & April 10th. 
    2.  Final exam:Worth 55% and is cumulative for the semester.The date for the final exam is not yet finalised.
     
     

    Topics and Readings:
     
    Chapter # Topic
    One What is Kinesiology?
    Two Historical Perspectives in Kinesiology.
    Three Measurement in Kinesiology.
    Four  Terminology and Description in Human Movement.
    Six Musculoskeletal Bones & Joints 1.
    Seven Musculoskeletal Bones & Joints 2.
    Eight Flexibility and Stability.
    Nine Muscle Architecture and Design.
    Ten Muscle Considerations in Movement 1.
    Eleven Muscle Considerations in Movement 2.
    Twelve Newton's Laws in Human Motion.
    Thirteen Forces in Human Motion.
    Fourteen Static and Dynamic Equilibrium.
    Fifteen Human Levers and simple machines.
    Seventeen Speed, Velocity and Acceleration.
    Nineteen Potential and Kinetic Energy.
    Twenty Pressure and Elasticity.

    Lab Dates: you must attend dressed for exercise.
    1. Anatomical movement: 1/30/09. 
    2. Anthropometry: 2/13/09.
    3. Flexibility/Range of Motion: 3/6/09.
    4. Force production during lifting: 3/18/09.
    5. Lever Arms & Resistance: 4/3/09.
    6. Make up session if needed: 4/17/09

    There will be no class on Jan 19th,Feb 16th, Mar 16,
    Last updated on 1/8/2009