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HPSCI303-23A (HAM)
Advanced Biomechanics in Sport: Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention
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Kim Hebert-Losier
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kim.hebert-losier@waikato.ac.nz
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What this paper is about
The paper extends on previous topics and concepts covered in HPSCI101 (Introduction to Human Performance Science) and HPSCI204 (Biomechanics in Sport: Functional Anatomy and Biomechanical Principles) in the context of Health, Sport and Human Performance. The paper will provide an opportunity for you to develop critical thinking, apply concepts learnt into practice, and use scientific evidence to address some common beliefs and practices.
The paper critically examines the theoretical and biomechanical concepts involved in analysing and monitoring human movement to enhance health and performance outcomes, as well as to prevent and manage injuries. The paper will cover injury mechanisms, clinical assessment and diagnostics, biomechanics and performance, biomechanics and injuries, footwear science, rehabilitation / retraining, acute and longer term management of injuries, and clinical effectiveness of different treatment modalities. This paper incorporates concepts of evidence-based practice and research methods in biomechanics. Running is an activity required in most sports and used for enhancing fitness. Running will be the main source of reference, with links to other sports highlighted throughout the paper.
How this paper will be taught
This paper includes one 2-hour lecture ONLINE and one 2-hour FACE-TO-FACE laboratory session per week unless otherwise specified. The lecture material will be made available ONLINE before the laboratories.
Laboratory attendance is expected and encouraged. Note that there are no laboratory sessions the first week of the trimester and on the weeks where there is an in-class test.
A field trip to the University of Waikato Adams Centre for High Performance, Tauranga, is planned for this paper. This is a unique experience that allows you to visit our Sport Science facilities in Mount Maunganui. The Adams Centre is also home to the Rugby Sevens programme and the Bay of Plenty Steamers.
Moodle will be the primary means used to share course material and communications regarding the paper.
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:
Assessments
How you will be assessed
This paper contains six assessments. These include four Moodle Submissions and two (in person) In-Class Tests that are summative in nature. All assessments cover topics from both the lectures and laboratories. Moodle Submissions have a greater practical component. Detailed descriptions and expectations will be provided to students.
The four Moodle Submissions are to be submitted online through Moodle.
The two In-Class Tests need to be completed IN PERSON. These have been scheduled to coincide with the timetable for LAB A for this class (Tuesday 13:00 to 15:00). Ensure that you are available to attend the two In-Class Tests IN PERSON.
YOU ARE EXPECTED TO COMPLETE ALL ASSESSMENTS ON YOUR OWN.
- DO NOT work with a classmate or a third party or an online resource to complete assessments.
- DO NOT ask your classmate or a third party or an online resource to complete assessments for you.
- DO NOT accept to do assessments for a classmate or to share questions / answers with others.
- You ARE NOT permitted to use your course notes or any other material to complete the IN PERSON assessment.
- You ARE permitted to use YOUR course notes to the four Moodle Submissions.
Please ask your lecturers for additional assistance or clarification if required.
The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam.