ENS 303: Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology

Instructor: Dr. Peter R. Francis

594-5625

francis@rohan.sdsu.edu

Office and Lab: ENS Annex 1

Office hours: Tuesday/Thursday 12:15

Monday 9 a.m.

Prerequisites: ENS 210, BIOL 212

Course description:

Mechanical properties of biological materials, arthrology, syndesmology with special emphasis on movement analysis. Application of simple mechanical principles of movement analysis, training and injury prevention.

Course Outline:

UNIT 1 – Weeks 1 through 5

a. Introduction; terminology, structure, composition, mechanical properties and function of muscle, bone, joints, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, intervertebral discs. Materials testing techniques. Kinesiology of the major muscle groups. Neuromuscular control of movement (motor units, reflexes, synergies and skills); principles of training and development.

Readings: Chapter 1-4

b. Structure and movements of the axial skeleton. Thorax and respiration. Abdomen and posture

Readings: Chapter 9

UNIT 2 – Weeks 6 through 10

Structure and kinesiology of the lower extremity

a. Pelvic girdle

b. Hip and thigh

c. Knee joint

d. Ankle and foot

e. Analysis of common movements, injuries and exercise

f. Principles of exercise prescription

Readings: Chapter 8

UNIT 3 – Weeks 11 through 15

Structure and kinesiology of the upper extremity

a. Shoulder girdle

b. Shoulder joint

c. Elbow joint and forearm

d. Wrist and hand

e. Analysis of common movements, injuries and exercise

Readings: Chapter 5

Textbook: Kinesiolgy; Scientific Basis of Human Motion,

by Hamilton & Luttgens, McGraw-Hill

Grading Procedure

Examinations require a combination of short answers, essays, diagrams and some multiple choice. There is an examination at the end of each of the three 5-week units. Each examination covers one-thirds of the course content and your examination grade will comprise one-third (33.3%) of your final course grade. Examinations must be taken at the scheduled times. However, under truly exceptional circumstances a student may be permitted to take an examination at some other mutually agreed time provided that prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.