Course description for 2022/23
Kinesiology and Anatomy
IDR1019
Course description for 2022/23

Kinesiology and Anatomy

IDR1019
This course shall provide a basic and interdisciplinary understanding of kinesiology and anatomy related to the context of sports. There will be a focus on basic knowledge, and analysing movements associated with selected sports, but also of movements in general.

The student must be admitted to one of the following programmes of study to complete the course:

One-year programme in sports

Required prerequisite knowledge: Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Knowledge:

  • Broad knowledge of concepts and terminology in anatomy and kinesiology
  • Broad knowledge of basic anatomy related to skills development in sports and movement analysis
  • Broad knowledge of the anatomy of the torso, upper and lower extremities
  • Broad knowledge of basic kinesiology, related skills development in sports and movement analysis
  • Broad knowledge of key mechanical laws and mechanical principles affecting movement solutions in sports

Skills:

  • Can analyse various movements in sports based on anatomy and kinesiology.
  • Can apply anatomy and kinesiology in the dissemination of skills development

General skills:

Have the professional knowledge to provide training advice based on the body's resources.

In addition to the semester fee and course literature, it is assumed that students provide their own laptop computer.

Compulsory course

Theoretical course

Compulsory

Part-time Meråker (50%)

Teaching on Campus

The programme of study is annually evaluated by the students through course evaluations and study programme evaluation. The evaluations are part of the university's quality assurance system.

Written school examination: 5 hours

Coursework (AK):

Submission of two assignments in movement analysis

Compulsory participation (OD):

In practical exercises and lab

80% participation in tuition

Calculator and formulary

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:

IDR1025 - Kinesiology and Anatomy - 10 credits