Teacher(s)
Language
French
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of mathematics and physics acquired in secondary school and during the BAC LFSM1105 course
Main themes
- Statics and dynamics of movement
- Analysis of walking, running and other movements specific to physiotherapists and specific to physical educators (running, throwing, jumping and rotation)
- Biomechanical parameters that influence walking and running, such as speed, cadence, symmetry, balance, coordination, etc.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
| 1 | - Apply the concepts of mechanics to the human body (2.1, 11.1 Physio – 9.1 EP) - Analyze the movement of the human body in terms of joint and muscular mechanisms (2.1, 11.1 Physio – 9.1 EP) - Apply the principles of biomechanics to real applications (sport, clinical/daily life actions) (11.1, 11.2 Physio – 9.1 and 9.2 EP) - Use biomechanical analysis tools (such as kinematics, kinetics) to measure the biomechanical parameters of movements (2.1, 11.1 physiotherapist – 9.1 EP) - Apply the concepts of energy, work and muscular power to the analysis of the movement of the human body (2.1, 5.1, 11.1, 11.2 Kiné – 9.1 and 9.2 EP) - Identify the suitable and unsuitable technical characteristics of a gesture (5.1, 11.1, 11.2 Kiné – 9.1 and 9.2 EP) - Analyze sports practices and highlight the biomechanical principles used to improve motor performance (5.1, 11.1, 11.2 Kiné – 9.1 and 9.2 EP) - Describe the biomechanical adaptations that occur during recovery from injury/immobilization or after training and the consequences on musculoskeletal function. (11.1, 11.2 Physio – 9.1 and 9.2 EP) |
Content
The course content will be divided into three parts:
- Anthropometry: concepts of the rigid body, the centre of gravity and moment of inertia
- Kinetic analysis: calculation of forces and moments of force in a static situation
- Dynamic situations and concepts of energy, work and power
The student will have to use the basics of biomechanics in an integrated way in the fields of motor science: analysis of joint movements; segmental modelling of the body; inertia; balance and posture; muscular leverage; energy transformation during a movement
- Anthropometry: concepts of the rigid body, the centre of gravity and moment of inertia
- Kinetic analysis: calculation of forces and moments of force in a static situation
- Dynamic situations and concepts of energy, work and power
The student will have to use the basics of biomechanics in an integrated way in the fields of motor science: analysis of joint movements; segmental modelling of the body; inertia; balance and posture; muscular leverage; energy transformation during a movement
Teaching methods
The course aims to give students mathematical tools for modelling and understanding the movement of the human body.
Theory (lecture) + practical sessions
Theory (lecture) + practical sessions
Evaluation methods
The written exam includes questions on exercises and theory.
The assessment is conducted using a multiple-choice exam (MCQ). For each question, 5 answer choices will be provided, along with a 6th choice "I don't know the answer." Among the 5 choices, only 1 correct answer is expected per question. No points are awarded for unanswered or incorrect responses. A quarter of the points will be awarded if the student selects the "I don't know the answer" option.
The minimum mastery threshold (c) for learning outcomes (corresponding to a score of 10/20) is determined by the following formula: c = ((n+1)/2n) x 100, where n represents the number of choices per question. In this case, the "minimum passing threshold" (c) is set at 60%.
The assessment is conducted using a multiple-choice exam (MCQ). For each question, 5 answer choices will be provided, along with a 6th choice "I don't know the answer." Among the 5 choices, only 1 correct answer is expected per question. No points are awarded for unanswered or incorrect responses. A quarter of the points will be awarded if the student selects the "I don't know the answer" option.
The minimum mastery threshold (c) for learning outcomes (corresponding to a score of 10/20) is determined by the following formula: c = ((n+1)/2n) x 100, where n represents the number of choices per question. In this case, the "minimum passing threshold" (c) is set at 60%.
Other information
This course is strictly reserved for FSM students and is not open to other UCLouvain students.
Online resources
Moodle
Teaching materials
- Une machine à calculer non programmable est nécessaire .
- Support de cours publié sur Moodle
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