Unit Outline

This unit extends knowledge related to musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, and neuroscience. Students apply bioscientific understandings, neuroanatomy and motor development to pathological and clinical conditions to examine the use of pain science and movement analysis in exercise science. Students will situate bioscientific learnings with the broader concern for promoting health, preventing injury and improving people’s quality of life.

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.	Demonstrate a knowledge of the relationship between musculoskeletal structure, neurological system structures and functional movement under normal and pathological conditions.
2.	Apply knowledge of the integration between the musculoskeletal and neurological systems and how this influences movement and function.
3.	Describe the effect of pathological neurological conditions on quality of movement and functional ability.
4.	Demonstrate highly developed verbal and written communication skills through participation in tutorial workshops and submission of written assignments.

Requisites


REQUISITE TYPE	REQUISITES
Pre-requisite	CXA203 and (CZZ102 or CXA173 or CXA273)

Alterations as a result of student feedback

N/A

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:	Three Quizzes	Week 1	30 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 2:	Oral Presentation	Week 10	10 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 3:	Case Study	Week 11	20 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 4:	Examination	Exam Period	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Three Quizzes

Task Description:

There are three quizzes. One face-to-face closed book and two online open book. Quiz consists of short answer questions. Students will complete a range of applied and functional anatomy questions by identifying and labelling, describing pathologies and movement under test conditions.

Week 1 (face-to-face), Week 3 (online), Week 13 (online)

Task Length:

50 minutes each

Due Date:

Week 1

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Describe neuromuscular and skeletal anatomy, function and healing.	LO1
2	Demonstrate knowledge of neurological conditions, pain science and pathology.	LO1, LO2, LO3
3	Describe normal developmental milestones and movement; and how neurological conditions impact the same	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 2: Oral Presentation

Task Description:

Oral presentation: students will each present their answers to questions on a case study within a small group of 2-3.

Task Length:

10 minute oral presentation and additional preparation time

Due Date:

Week 10

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Discuss how neurological conditions impact function and movement	LO1, LO2, LO3
2	Demonstrate understanding of movement, functional ability and the role of health professionals in managing neurological and some musculoskeletal conditions.	LO2, LO3
3	Interpret relevant literature.	LO1, LO4
4	Apply high level of verbal communication skills to an oral presentation.	LO4

Assessment Task 3: Case Study

Task Description:

Written assignment case study based on learning contract topic discussed with unit coordinator: students are expected to research a neurological clinical condition and describe it in a structured format, providing relevant and accurate references (at least 5).

Task Length:

1000 words

Due Date:

Week 11

Weight:

20 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Describe a neurological condition	LO1
2	Discuss interventions for the neurological condition and implications for function.	LO1, LO2, LO3
3	Demonstrate understanding of the role of health professionals in managing a neurological condition.	LO2, LO3
4	Demonstrate ability to interpret and report relevant literature	LO4
5	Demonstrate high level of scientific writing and correct referencing	LO4

Assessment Task 4: Examination

Task Description:

2 hour written exam

Task Length:

2 hours

Due Date:

Exam Period

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Apply knowledge of neuromuscular and skeletal systems to pathological case studies	LO1, LO2
2	Integrate information and apply knowledge in new clinical situations.	LO1, LO2, LO3
3	Describe the effect of neurological conditions on quality of movement and functional ability.	LO2, LO3
4	Describe appropriate interventions and management relevant to the case studies	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.

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.

Required Resources

Required reading materials