Guidelines for Undergraduate Biomechanics - SHAPE America.pdf

Guidelines for Undergraduate Biomechanics - SHAPE America.pdf (218 KB)

This Course
This entire course meets the guidelines for undergraduate biomechanics as laid out by SHAPE America.

My Learning Objectives
I have four primary learning objectives for you in this course. 

1. Observe and describe a variety of movement patterns accurately

2. Determine the basic anatomical and mechanical factors associated with the performance of a variety of observed movements

3. Evaluate the suitability of a performer’s technique with reference to the task at hand

4. Identify factors that limit performance and establish a priority for change in those factors most likely to lead to an improvement in performance for a variety of movements


SHAPE Learning Objectives
All of the SHAPE Learning Objectives can tie back to those four goals. Here are those guidelines if you want a more in-depth view of what the course aims to achieve. 

Undergraduate Biomechanics

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Welcome

  • Guidelines for Undergraduate Biomechanics - SHAPE America.pdf

Basics of Biomechanics

  • Basics of Biomechanics - PowerPoints.zip
  • What is Biomechanics?42
  • Applications of Biomechanics
  • Units of Measurement in Biomechanics2
  • Mechanics in Biomechanics2
  • Movement Systems in Biomechanics3
  • Forces, Inertia, Mass, & Weight3
  • The Center of Gravity (Center of Mass)1
  • Vector Resolution and Addition4

Linear Motion In Biomechanics (Kinematics)

  • Linear Kinematics PowerPoints.zip
  • Introduction To Linear Motion
  • Linear Distance and Displacement3
  • Linear Velocity4
  • Linear Acceleration2
  • Projectile Motion1
  • Center of Gravity and Projectile Motion1
  • Optimal Projection Principle2

Linear Motion In Biomechanics (Kinetics)

  • Linear Kinetics PowerPoints.zip
  • Newton's Laws1
  • Ground Reaction Force3
  • Defining Impulse1
  • Defining Momentum1
  • The Impulse-Momentum Relationship3
  • How-To: Find Impulse on a Force Curve Graph
  • How To Calculate: Impulse-Momentum 2
  • Friction1
  • The Work-Energy Relationship3

Angular Motion in Biomechanics (Kinematics)

  • Angular Kinematics PowerPoints.zip
  • Angular Displacement4
  • Angular Velocity3
  • The Relationship Between Angular and Linear Motion3
  • Angular Acceleration3
  • Coordination Continuum Principle2

Angular Motion in Biomechanics (Kinetics)

  • Angular Kinetics PowerPoints.zip
  • Torques2
  • The Moment of Inertia12
  • Angular Momentum3
  • The Angular Impulse-Momentum Relationship1

Fluid Mechanics in Biomechanics

  • Fluid Mechanics PowerPoints.zip
  • Principles of Fluid Mechanics6
  • Buoyancy6
  • Drag8
  • Lift4
  • Spin and Magnus Force5

Anatomical Bases in Biomechanics

  • Anatomical Bases PowerPoints.zip
  • Planes of Motion and Joint Actions
  • Range of Motion
  • Stability, Mobility, & Balance5
  • Muscle Actions Part 1: Defining Muscle Actions
  • Muscle Actions Part 2: Identifying Muscle Actions2
  • Muscle Roles2
  • Stress & Strain1
  • The Stress and Strain Relationship2
  • Muscle Structure and Force Production
  • The Force-Length Principle
  • The Force-Velocity Principle1
  • Connective Tissue Properties9
  • Neuromuscular Function
  • Proprioceptors
  • The Stretch-Shortening Cycle1