EXSC 3400 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology (with Lab)

Goals: To introduce students to applied concepts and principles of biomechanics. Emphasis will be placed on biomechanical analysis of human movement from sports science and rehabilitation perspectives.

Content: Research of a system, linear and angular kinematics, linear and angular kinetics, work, power, energy, stability, projectile motion, mechanics of the body, mechanisms of injury, and movement analysis.

Taught: Annually

Prerequisite: EXSC 3210 with a grade of C- or better

Note: Students must concurrently register for a lecture and a corresponding 0-credit lab section of this course.

Credits: 4