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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Teaching (3–8 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching