Course Description
The course addresses the detection and correction of functional movement patterns such as gait and throwing mechanics, and principles of basic strength and conditioning.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Students will be able to analyze abnormal gait patterns
- Students will be able to analyze abnormal throwing patterns
- Students will be able to design therapeutic interventions to address abnormal movement patterns
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Written Exams | 50% |
| General video assignments | 20% |
| Body composition prevention strategy assignment | 10% |
| Fitness program/wellness screening assignment | 10% |
| Gait correction strategy assignment | 10% |
Grading Scale:
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| ≥ 93.0% | A |
| 90.0-92.9% | A- |
| 87.0-89.9% | B+ |
| 83.0-86.9% | B |
| 80.0-82.9% | B- |
| 77.0-79.9% | C+ |
| 70.0-76.9% | C |
| <70.0% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
As this is an “part of term” course, students are only allowed to miss 1 class without penalty. Attendance will be maintained via Canvas. If students are experiencing a situation where multiple absences will occur they should contact the Dean of Students. The DOS will notify the instructor and accommodations may be made based on that. Only UNCG sponsored activities or religious observances will be excused. For MSAT students, clinical assignment travel may also be excused. Any other reason for missing class is considered unexcused. 2 tardies will result in 1 absence. Accumulation of 2 absences will result in a demotion of the final grade by 1 level (e.g. A to B+).
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
- Running Mechanics and Gait Analysis By: Reed Ferber; Shari Macdonald Edition: 14 Publisher: Human Kinetics ISBN 13: 9781492584353
- Biomechanical Analysis of Fundamental Human Movements By Chapman, Arthur E. Edition: 08 Publisher: Human Kinetics ISBN 13: 9781492573319
- ACSM's Body Composition Assessment By Lohman, Timothy G. Edition: 20 Publisher: Human Kinetics ISBN 13: 9781492586760
- Postural Correction By Johnson Edition: 16 Publisher: Human Kinetics ISBN 13: 9781492579847
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.