Unit Outline

This unit will provide a basic/general introduction to the scientific principles, concepts and processes involved in comparative movement analysis and strength and conditioning. This unit exposes students to the use of appropriate coaching methodologies, the implementation of various technologies in movement analysis, and provide new knowledge regarding functional human anatomy and physiology and how it relates to human performance and movement execution.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1.	Identify key movement components that influence the execution of resistance training exercises and skilled movements.
2.	Describe the anatomy, physiology, and functional contribution of skeletal muscle tissue to resistance training exercises and skilled movements
3.	Explain the basic neural, hormonal and skeletal muscle adaptations in response to common forms of exercise training and prescription
4.	Implement appropriate coaching, communication and feedback processes to teach common resistance training exercises
5.	Utilise technology to assist coaching and exercise testing/monitoring during the execution of resistance training exercises and skilled movements

Alterations as a result of student feedback

No alterations have been made as a result of student feedback.

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Technology Analysis	Refer to Assessment Description	20 %	LO4, LO5
Assessment Task 2:	Practical Assessment of coaching	Refer to Assessment Description	25 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4, LO5
Assessment Task 3:	Movement Analysis, Poster Presentation and Paper	Refer to Assessment Description	25 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 4:	Mid-semester Exam	Refer to Assessment Description	30 %	LO1, LO2

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Technology Analysis

Task Description:

Students are to work in pairs to prepare and submit a 2-page maximum (Arial font, size 12, single spacing) summary describing a new item of technology (e.g. App, Sensor, item of equipment) that has been developed or significantly updated within the past 5 years. The chosen technology should be an item/piece of software that could be used to monitor, track and/or analyse any type of athletic or human movement (students are not permitted to present technology that has already been discussed within the online lecture content e.g. HUDL, GymaAware LPD). The summary is to be presented in a logical manner, and students are required to provide a detailed outline of the following:
• In their pair, describe how the new technology works
• In their pair, identify what makes this technology item different or superior to previous versions and/or other similar types of technology
• Individually, (i.e. 2 different examples to be submitted) each student is required to provide an example of how this new technology could be used or implemented in either a sporting or a HPE workplace context to improve a specific aspect of movement and/or performance (e.g. back squat technique)

Task Length:

2 pages

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

20 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Describe how the new item of technology works.	LO5
2	Describe what makes this item of technology item different or superior than previous versions/similar technology.	LO5
3	Provide an example of how this new technology could be used or implemented in either a sporting or a HPE workplace context to improve movement and/or performance.	LO4

Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment of coaching

Task Description:

Students must produce a single continuous (15-minute maximum) video recording individually coaching a fellow student or neutral person through the performance of an upper-body and lower-body resistance training exercise, that are assigned at random by the Unit Coordinator. Whilst coaching students must follow the principles of coaching and feedback for a novice exercise performer, as described by Baker 2001, identify technique and safety considerations for each exercise and then provide a summary of the relevant joint movements and muscle actions involved using scientific language targeted towards a fellow practitioner. The Student is then required to list at least one exercise that is a variation of the movement pattern that was performed, which can be a progression, regression or variation, including detail as to how the variation exercises alters the original movement demands.

Task Length:

15-minute video file

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

25 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Knowledge of functional anatomy, correct resistance training technique (competency and safety), comprehension of how exercises challenge specific muscle groups, and how variations in movement influence target muscle/s	LO1, LO2, LO3
2	Demonstrate, explain and coach exercises in an effective and non‐technical manner using the 5-Step Coaching Method for a common upper and lower body resistance training exercise, including appropriate feedback for maintaining/correcting technique.	LO4
3	Utilise technology in a professional and appropriate manner to facilitate analysis of the execution of common resistance training exercises.	LO5

Assessment Task 3: Movement Analysis, Poster Presentation and Paper

Task Description:

The task consists of the analysis of the critical elements, anatomic, mechanic, and muscle contributions to a complex motor task. The task analysed can be selected by the group but must be approved by the lecturer or tutor. The task analysis will be done using a Poster, Presentation, and an Essay.
Poster (5%) and Presentation (5%) The poster will be an academic style poster which contains the critical elements and the highlights the most important anatomical, mechanical, and muscle contributions to the task. It will also include key exercises to improve task performance. The presentation will provide a synthesis of the movement analysis.
Essay (150%) will cover anatomical, mechanical, muscle contributions, and key exercises for improvement (2000 words total). Each group member will take carriage of an individual section and receive an individual mark based on that section.

Task Length:

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

25 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate ability to plan and carryout a qualitative movement analysis.	LO1, LO2
2	Describe with appropriate terminology anatomic positions and movements	LO1
3	Describe and explain the mechanical considerations of the movement task using appropriate terminology.	LO2
4	Compare the anatomic differences between the two task variations and explain mechanically how they lead to differences in performance.	LO1, LO2
5	Suggest an appropriate intervention strategy to improve task performance and explain how it will improve performance	LO1, LO2, LO3
6	Communicate your findings.	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 4: Mid-semester Exam

Task Description:

Face-to-face exam covering Biomechanics and Functional Anatomy material. The exam will consist of multiple choice, short and long answer questions to evaluate your understanding and application of Biomechanics and Functional Anatomy content in relation to human movement and performance. The exam will assess content covered in both the online material and practicum classes of the unit.

Task Length:

1.5 hours

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Identify anatomic structures contributing to human movement.	LO2
2	Describe the function of anatomic structures in simple and complex movements.	LO2
3	Identify phases of movements, how each phase contributes to movement success, and what anatomic structures contribute to each phase.	LO1, LO2

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.