Publication in the Diário da República: Aviso n.º 10753/2023 de 01/06/2023
2 ECTS; 1º Ano, 2º Semestre, 22,50 TP , Cód. 658911.
Lecturer
- Ana Teresa Silveira Conceição (1)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
NA
Objectives
1. Acquire knowledge and develop skills in terms of the biomechanics of bones, muscles and joints; 2.1 Identify movements and joint movement plans; 2.2 Develop kinematic analysis skills; 2.3 Acquire knowledge in determining an athlete's center of gravity; 2.4 Analyse the importance of balance and stability in the performance of sporting techniques; 3.1 Acquire knowledge and develop kinetic analysis skills; 3.2 Describe examples of the different categories of solutions for the biomechanical assessment of sports movement and their interrelationships; 3.3 Perspective of the different solutions for biomechanical assessment of sports movement in terms of providing feedback to the practitioner; 3.4 Develop technological innovation capabilities in sport in the area of biomechanics.
Program
Biomechanical foundations, concepts, principles and terminology;Object and areas of study in Biomechanics;Biomechanical aspects of bone and joint structure;Biomechanical aspects of muscle function and mechanical factors that affect muscle strength;Kinematic foundations for movement assessment:Types of movement; Terminologies of plans and movements; Qualitative analysis and measurement tools; Kinetic foundations for movement assessment: Basic concepts; Mechanical loads and their effects; Quantitative analysis and measurement tools; Nature and properties of fluids: Nature of fluids;Flotation;
Data collection techniques in sport biomechanics: Qualitative data collection methods and tools; Quantitative data collection methods and tools;
Biomechanical applications in sports technology: Technological systems for obtaining biomechanical data; Data collection and analysis software.
Evaluation Methodology
Continuous assessment, participation of at least 2/3 of the classes taught is assumed - Written work 1 (40%) + Written work 2 (40%) + Oral presentation (20%); Final exam will consist of = Final exam (50%) + Oral test (50%)
Bibliography
- Abrantes, J. (1997). Biomecânica. Lisboa: Edições FMH
- Bartlett, R. (2007). Introduction to sports biomechanics: analysing human movement patterns. Oxon: Milton Park
- Hall, S. (2022). Basic Biomechanics . NY: Robertson
- Koogan, J. (1996). Eficácia y técnica deportiva - análisis del movimiento humano. Madrid: Editora Iniciativas Deportivas
Teaching Method
In theoretical classes, they will be developed in an expository manner, and in theoretical-practical classes, the aim will be to develop the syllabus, through the application of practical sheets and experimental sessions.
Software used in class
Kinovea, Xsens
