HLTH 2003 Biomechanics

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Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 401140

Coordinator Peter Clothier Opens in new window

School Health Sciences

Discipline Human Movement

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Equivalent Subjects BIOS 2004 - Biomehanics and Kinesiology HLTH 2008 - Introduction to Biomechanics

Restrictions Students must be enrolled in 4658 Bachelor of Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science), 4661 Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Podiatric Medicine, 4662 Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Physiotherapy, 4706 Bachelor of Physiotherapy, 4707 Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours), 4708 Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine or 4709 Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine (Honours)

Assumed Knowledge

It is assumed that students have knowledge of structural and functional anatomy of the human body. Students also need to be able to apply basic concepts in maths and physics.

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Type Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Quiz Up to 30 mins 20 N Individual
Presentation 15 mins 30 N Group
Final Exam 1 hour 45 minutes 50 N Individual

Teaching Periods