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The Science of Human Movement (B-KUL-L00G8A)

3 ECTSEnglish26 First termCannot be taken as part of an examination contract
Jonkers Ilse
POC Lichamelijke opvoeding en bewegingswetenschappen

Aims

The objective of this course is to give students a basic understanding into the science of the human movement. .  To that aim, the student will receive an introduction in various subdomains that are represented in the Department of Movement Sciences (e.g., motor learning, exercise physiology, biomechanics, epidemiology of physical activity , sport and exercise psychology, sport and exercise policy, …)

 

At the end of this course the student will be able to:

  • situate the scientific study of physical activity and human movement in a historical and conceptual framework
  • describe some sub-disciplines of the science of human movement

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Activities

3 ects. The Science of Human Movement (B-KUL-L00G8a)

3 ECTSEnglishFormat: Lecture26 First term
Jonkers Ilse
POC Lichamelijke opvoeding en bewegingswetenschappen

Content

During the lectures, several professors will approach the science of human movement from their own experience, each from a different perspective. Both a biological and a behavioural approach will be addressed.

The following topics can be addressed:

  • Aspects related to the (genetic) epidemiology of physical activity and physical fitness
  • Risk stratification of physical activity, the relationship between physical activity, physical fitness and mortality / morbidity
  • The moving man from a historical, sociological and socio-cultural perspective
  • The moving man in a biomechanical perspective
  • The moving man in a physiological perspective
  • The moving man in a kinantropometric perspective
  • The moving man in a pedagogical and psychological perspective
  • Basic principles of training and prevention of injuries
  • Motor learning and motor control
  • ...

Course material

Presentations, articles and literature

Format: more information

Several professors will each explain a facet of the science of human movement.

Evaluation

Evaluation: The Science of Human Movement (B-KUL-L20G8a)

Type : Exam during the examination period
Description of evaluation : Written
Type of questions : Open questions
Learning material : None

Explanation


The lectures will be assessed by means of a written exam, closed book.

The student is expected to be aware of the education and examination regulations as well as of the faculty additions.