Human Movement and Movement Control (2 cr)

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

Students will:

- understand the function of the nervous system and muscle control and the basics of movement mechanics
- understand the role of the nervous system in human functioning

Content

- Structure and function of the central nervous system
- Classification and regulation of movements
- Neuromuscular system and its functions

Materials

Sand, O & muut. 2015. Ihminen - Fysiologia ja anatomia. Sanoma Pro.
Hokkanen, M ja Vierimaa, H. 2019. Tuki- ja liikuntaelimistön anatomia - Opiskelukirja. Sanoma Pro.

Teaching methods

In the course, studying takes place in the form of tutorial work, lecture teaching and class assignments.

Student workload

The course is 2 cr equivalent to 54h, which consists of tutorial work, lectures and independently conducted online studies. (1 cr = 27h)

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students:

- can partly recognize the various parts of the nervous system and they are to some extent able to describe the main functions of these parts
- are to a limited extent familiar with the function of the neuromuscular system and with the muscle contraction mechanism

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students:

- recognize the various parts of the nervous system and they are able to describe the main functions of these parts
- are familiar with the function of the neuromuscular system and with the muscle contraction mechanism.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students:

- can list the various parts of the nervous system and are able to describe functions of these parts in detail
- are familiar with the function of the neuromuscular system and with the muscle contraction mechanism, and know how to apply the material learnt to professional practice

Qualifications

No previous studies are required