EXS364

Kinesiology

Demonstrate knowledge of terminology used to describe body regions and positions, cardinal planes, joint movements and gross body movements

Describe the physical properties of human bone, cartilage, tendon, muscle and nerve tissues

Identify bones and bony landmarks, connective tissues and muscles of the lower and upper extremities and axial region, using models, images, and online resources

Demonstrate a working knowledge of muscles involved in voluntary movement, including proximal (origins) and distal (insertions) attachments, major motions/functions, and peripheral innervation

Demonstrate knowledge of terminology used to describe body regions and positions, cardinal planes, joint movements and gross body movements

Describe the different kinds of muscle action and their characteristics

Demonstrate knowledge of terminology used t describe body regions and positions, cardinal planes, joint movements and gross body movements

Identify the motions available at each major joint, the class of lever which applies to that joint and how the lever class affects joint range of motion and available strength

Describe the role of the nervous system related to the control of movement

Analyze a specific sport skill utilizing appropriate principles of kinesiology