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SPE261 - Functional Anatomy

2023

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Exercise and Sport Science

(SBI261)

SBI171

Unit Description

This unit provides the students with an understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and joint movements in the body. It is designed to provide continued study of the musculoskeletal and nervous system in relation to their function and dysfunction in human movement. It addresses mechanical properties of bones, ligaments tendons and neural and muscle tissue. This unit also provides students with a comprehensive overview of joint anatomy and functional musculoskeletal anatomy of the limbs and trunk. In addition to normal function, it also covers mechanisms of and adaptations to common injuries and basic rehabilitation concepts.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Discuss general properties of the following tissues: bone, muscle, tendons, and ligaments.
2.	Identify and explain joint structure and function.
3.	Identify and explain common musculoskeletal injuries.
4.	Compile a review of a functional analysis in human movements.
5.	Discuss the significance and application of the musculoskeletal system in human motion.
6.	Conduct a functional musculoskeletal assessment of posture.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Mini Quizzes (4 x 10 minutes)	20%	1 - Discuss general properties of the following tissues: bone, muscle, tendons, and ligaments. 2 - Identify and explain joint structure and function. 3 - Identify and explain common musculoskeletal injuries. 5 - Discuss the significance and application of the musculoskeletal system in human motion. 6 - Conduct a functional musculoskeletal assessment of posture.
2.	Injury Review (800-1000 words)	20%	1 - Discuss general properties of the following tissues: bone, muscle, tendons, and ligaments. 3 - Identify and explain common musculoskeletal injuries. 4 - Compile a review of a functional analysis in human movements.
3.	Functional movement analysis (450 words)	15%	1 - Discuss general properties of the following tissues: bone, muscle, tendons, and ligaments. 2 - Identify and explain joint structure and function. 4 - Compile a review of a functional analysis in human movements. 5 - Discuss the significance and application of the musculoskeletal system in human motion. 6 - Conduct a functional musculoskeletal assessment of posture.
4.	Practical Test (20 minutes)	45%	1 - Discuss general properties of the following tissues: bone, muscle, tendons, and ligaments. 2 - Identify and explain joint structure and function. 3 - Identify and explain common musculoskeletal injuries. 5 - Discuss the significance and application of the musculoskeletal system in human motion. 6 - Conduct a functional musculoskeletal assessment of posture.

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2023	Semester 2	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR	View
2023	Semester 2	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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OLR: Internet access is required for this unit as students are required to access study materials provided on-line through Learnline. Please log into Learnline on the first day of each teaching period. For more information about Learnline, please click here.

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