Physics, Biomechanics and Articular Kinesiology

The course provides knowledge in the basics of biomechanics, fluid mechanics, and their implications. The course provides an introduction to the theoretical foundations of analytical techniques and instruments in biomechanics used in sports. The course provides knowledge about the static and dynamic effects of forces involved in posture and movement, body behavior in relation to its barycenter, and polygon of support. The course covers the kinesiology of major body joints and human locomotion, and instruments for analyzing movement.

The student will be able to solve simple Physics problems and provide quantitative evaluations of the physical phenomena under investigation. The student will understand physics aspects involved in human locomotion and will be able to face biomechanical problems during exercise and sport activities. The student will know how to analyze human body movements in relation to mechanics and its components: statics, dynamics, and kinematics. Fundamental skills on kinesiology and human locomotion will be also provided. Analysis of postural control, human locomotion, and best kinesiology interventions in exercise and sports will be also faced.