LBIA003 Measurement of Neuromuscular Function and Performance (3–8 cr)
Study level:
Intermediate studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028
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To gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in various measurement systems and data analysis in biomechanics.
Description
General structure of neuromuscular system
Structure and contraction of skeletal muscle
Muscle mechanics
Force production and measurement
EMG: muscle activation, reflexes, electrical stimulation
Data acquisition and processing
Learning outcomes
After completing the course a student is able to:
describe muscle activation and contraction mechanisms
use biomechanical research methods such as force transducers, surface electromyography, muscle and nerve stimulation
explain the neural and muscle mechanical factors affecting the force production of skeletal muscle
Additional information
1st fall, period I
Literature
- Enoka, R. M. 2015. Neuromechanics of Human Movement, part I. Champaign. IL, USA: Human Kinetics (147 s.) pages 1-91 and 105-161 (Part II). ISBN: 9780736066792, 0736066799
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
lectures 12 hours, demonstrations 16 hours + independent laboratory group work. Book exam (pages 1-91 and 105-161).
Evaluation criteria:
Lectures 50%, literature 50%, demonstrations pass / fail. 8 ECTS (3 ECTS for exchange students without lab work).
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Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (3–8 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English