Current active course description (last updated 2022/23)
Functional Screening and Basic Biomechanics
IDR1008
Current active course description (last updated 2022/23)
Functional Screening and Basic Biomechanics
IDR1008
This course provides students with an introduction to the knowledge and skills required in order to conduct this functional screening, and students also receive an introduction to possible corrective exercises.
Designing a training programme requires prior assessment of the athlete’s capacity and skills. Currently, this work is initiated with an effective functional screening. This course provides students with an introduction to the knowledge and skills required in order to conduct this functional screening, and students also receive an introduction to possible corrective exercises. Student will also receive a basic introduction to biomechanics in relation to training and physical activity. Course teaching will be carried out through a close link between theoretical introduction and practical trials in various types of physical activity and sports.
Admission to the programme.
Admission to the programme of study requires Higher Education Entrance Qualifications. Applicants who do not have Higher Education Entrance Qualifications and are 25 years of age or older may apply for admission based on their prior learning and work experience. A certificate or good conduct from the police (Childcare Certificate of Conduct) is required.
Knowledge:
Students will:
- have knowledge about the history, traditions, distinctive character and position/importance of functional screening for coaches and athletes
- have knowledge about how biomechanics can be used to analyse movements and various forms of physical activity
- receive an introduction to why functional screening is key
- have broad knowledge of delimited topics, theories, issues, processes, tools and methods included in functional screening and biomechanical analyses
- have knowledge about the causes of function, dysfunction and compensation based on the concept of basic movement patterns and biomechanical analyses of these
- understand ethical challenges involved in the subject’s research, dissemination and practice
Skills:
Students will:
- be able to understand the principles and concepts of functional screening and biomechanics
- be able to acquire new and updated knowledge with the help of technological equipment
- demonstrate the ability to make informed choices regarding long-term training and the assessment of development
- be able to reflect on their own professional practice in relation to athletes at different stages of their development
- be able to master relevant tools, techniques and forms of expression so that they can perform functional screening and biomechanical analyses on individual athletes and large groups of athletes
- with the help of functional screening and biomechanical analyses, be able to find, assess and refer to exercises that can help correct the unwanted execution of exercises
- be able to show an awareness of the implications of compensation in the performance of different movements for athletes of different ages and levels
- assess ethical challenges in the field of practice and adjust their own practice in relation to this
- be able to practice the subject within its most important areas of application
- be able to analyse textual material from the course’s most common sources
- be able to document knowledge and work processes
General competence:
Students will:
- have insight into relevant academic and professional issues of an ethical nature within the field of functional screening
- be able to plan and carry out functional screening and biomechanical analyses for individual athletes and groups of athletes
- master applicable working methods regarding functional screening and biomechanics in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines
- be able to convey key subject matter such as theories, issues and training solutions in writing, orally and through other relevant forms of expression
- be able to exchange points of view and experiences at different academic levels with others who have a background in the subject area, and thereby contribute to the development of good training practices
- have knowledge about relevant innovation and innovative processes and relevant training equipment
Semester fees and course literature.
Compulsory for students taking the Bachelor in Strength and Conditioning and Personal Trainer one-year programme. Elective course for other students.
Lectures and practical trials related to the subject area.
The programme of study is evaluated annually by the students through course surveys (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are part of the University’s quality assurance system.
None
Compound evaluation
- Portfolio, counts 50/100 of total grade. Grading scale A-F.
- Written school examination, 3 hours. Counts 50/100 of totalt grade. Grading scale A-F.
- Compulsory participation 80 % of classes, counts 0/100 of total. Grading scale passed/not passed.
None
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
KR154L - Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics - 5 credits