Abstract
This subject uses a behavioural approach to explore a broad range of factors and processes affecting skilled motor behaviour. Emphasis is placed on developing general principles that human movement practitioners can apply to influence motor performance and skill learning. The subject is delivered around (4) units of study: 1. Skill … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following topics:
Classification of motor skills;Motor abilities and individual differences;Neuromotor basis of motor control;Sensory contributions to motor control;Theories of motor control;Characteristics of functional skills;Action preparation;Attention and memory;Assessment of motor skill learning;Stages of motor skill learning;Performer and performance changes with motor skill learning;Transfer of motor skill … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular and sensory systems as they relate to the control of voluntary and involuntary movement and motor learning;
2.
identify the strengths and limitations of techniques to assess processes of motor learning and motor control;
3.
discuss the common theoretical models proposed to explain motor control and the processes of motor learning;
4.
assess aspects of an individual's motor function in physical activity and exercise contexts including applying risk management and risk assessment concepts associated with the motor learning and control of exercise science; and
5.
design motor learning environments and protocols to maximise each individual's specific motor learning and control outcomes, as appropriate in physical activity and exercise contexts.
Assumed knowledge
Ideally, students would have completed EHR119, EHR120 and EHR225 prior to undertaking this subject.
Learning activities
Intensive School
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Students attending compulsory intensive schools and or lab-based practicals on CSU campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources (minimum: lab coat, safety glasses and covered footwear for lab-based practicals).