PE2711 Movement Mechanics in Exercise & Sport

Movement Mechanics in Exercise and Sport is a lecture-format class that will introduce students to movement principles and concepts as they relate to sport and exercise. Specifically, the course will review biomechanical and kinesiological principles used when examining human motion, as well as how these biomechanical and kinesiological principles can be applied to human movement analysis in exercise and sport. Throughout Movement Mechanics in Exercise and Sport, students will be asked to make real-life applications of course content that will include: predicting the outcome of collisions, comparing biomechanical performances of professional and amateur athletes, and analyzing the trajectory of projectiles (e.g. bowling balls, baseballs, divers). Course content will be delivered in three, scaffolded sections: 1. overview of the skeletal and muscular systems and related anatomical and directional terminology, 2. introduction to biomechanics and related biomechanical terminology, 3. identification of kinesiological principles and application of these principles to movement mechanics in exercise and sport. Presented as a dual offering from the Natural Sciences and Physical Education departments, Movement Mechanics in Exercise and Sport will include content assessed on many American College of Sports Medicine certification exams, including the personal trainer, group fitness instructor and health specialist tests. Additionally, content covered in Movement Mechanics in Exercise and Sport will be provide a foundational understanding of biomechanics and kinesiology to students transferring into physical and occupational therapy programs. Math level 5 or higher is required. Credits: 3

Prereq: EN1021 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 And FY1011 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 Or FY1001 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00 Or FY1101 Lecture Min Credits: 2.00 And NS1011 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1021 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1111 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1211 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1311 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1701 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1702 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1801 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS1802 Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 Or NS Core Trans Lecture Min Credits: 4.00 And MATH Placement Test 5.0000