Biomechanics
The mechanics of human movement: kinematics, kinetics and the forces acting on the body.
KINE-310 Year 3 3 credits 12 lessons planned ▶ Video lessons coming soon
Offered by HSM University · Kinesiology
Course content
- 1Biomechanics and movement analysisComing
- 2Linear kinematicsComing
- 3Angular kinematicsComing
- 4Forces and Newton's lawsComing
- 5Ground reaction forcesComing
- 6Work, energy and powerComing
- 7Torque and levers in the bodyComing
- 8Equilibrium and stabilityComing
- 9Fluid mechanics in sportComing
- 10Tissue mechanics: bone, tendon and ligamentComing
- 11Motion capture and force platformsComing
- 12Analysing a sport skillComing
Requirements
Recommended background. You can start any course at any time.
Description
The mechanics of human movement: kinematics, kinetics and the forces acting on the body.
Part of the Health Sciences stream, typically taken in year 3.