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 four parts:
- Anthropometry: Concepts of rigid bodies, center 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.
- Movement analysis, such as normal and pathological walking. The concepts learned in the previous three sections will be integrated into clinical case examples.
Teaching methods
The course aims to provide students with mathematical tools to model and understand human body movement.
Theory: Lectures, illustrated by numerous exercises.
Practical work: Sessions dedicated to solving exercises.
Theory: Lectures, illustrated by numerous exercises.
Practical work: Sessions dedicated to solving exercises.
Evaluation methods
The assessment is conducted using a Moodle multiple-choice exam, consisting of 30 questions. The exam is considered "homogeneous" (5 answer choices for each question, 1 correct answer expected per question, identical weighting for all questions). No penalty is given for unanswered or incorrect responses.
The minimum mastery threshold (c) of learning outcomes (corresponding to a score of 10/20) is set by the following formula: c = ((n+1)/2n) x 100, where n represents the number of answer choices per question. In this case, the "minimum passing threshold" (c) is set at 60%. In other words, one must correctly answer 60% of the questions to achieve a score of 10/20.
The exam requires a tablet or a laptop. Students who do not have access to a digital device are asked to come forward at the beginning of the course so that a solution can be found for them.
The exam takes place in a lecture hall, and students are required to sign an attendance sheet. Failure to sign or absence from the lecture hall will be considered cheating.
The minimum mastery threshold (c) of learning outcomes (corresponding to a score of 10/20) is set by the following formula: c = ((n+1)/2n) x 100, where n represents the number of answer choices per question. In this case, the "minimum passing threshold" (c) is set at 60%. In other words, one must correctly answer 60% of the questions to achieve a score of 10/20.
The exam requires a tablet or a laptop. Students who do not have access to a digital device are asked to come forward at the beginning of the course so that a solution can be found for them.
The exam takes place in a lecture hall, and students are required to sign an attendance sheet. Failure to sign or absence from the lecture hall will be considered cheating.
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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