EXSC 471 - Sports Biomechanics

Description:
Physical laws and biomechanical principles that govern high-level human functioning: running, ballistic-power movements, striking and impacting, resistance factors, and sports engineering. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: EXSC 370, grade of C or higher.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of mechanical principles.
Apply concepts to novel situations.
Demonstrate an increased ability to read and interpret scientific literature.
Apply the concepts of movement mechanics to sports performance.
Apply their knowledge of the scientific methods to answer research questions in sports mechanics.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
6/7/2013