Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

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• Unit Title

  Integrated Body Practices 1

• Unit Code

  DAN1034

• Year

  2018

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  10

• Full Year Unit

  Y

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

• Unit Coordinator

  Dr Luke HOPPER

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Description

This unit of study comprises of studies in sciences related to dance. The course is designed to give students a more comprehensive understanding of the body from a codified scientific and evidence based perspective. This unit will focus on Anatomy, Physical Development and Injury Management. Students will be encouraged to incorporate the information into their daily practice by considering concepts of applied anatomy to the dancing body and how these anatomical structures can be trained for performance and injury avoidance. The importance of physical sustainability relating to artform practice and professional career paths is also embraced in this unit through: the choice of repertoire; duty of care in performance environments; engagement with industry partners.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomical structure and function or the human body with particular emphasis on the muscular skeletal system.
2. Analyse and explain how this anatomical referencing system relates to the performance of movement verbally and in written form.
3. Identify the risk factors contributing to injury in dance and relate these to training practices based on scientific knowledge in order to minimise risk.
4. Identify common dance injuries and understand their management.
5. Apply selected exercises to increase strength and flexibility as a means of injury prevention and management.

Unit Content

1. The basic anatomical referencing system.
2. The systems of the body which pertain to the musculoskeletal system and their functions.
3. The microstructure of the skeletal muscle.
4. The development, growth and repair of skeletal muscle.
5. The function of tendons, aponeuroses, fascia, sheaths and bursae.
6. Basic biomechanics and its relevance to human movement.
7. Injury management for dancers.
8. Fitness training iand an introduction to the safe use of fitness equipment.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures. Practical laboratory sessions.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Core Reading(s)

• W., & K. (2016). Dancer Wellness. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
• Luttgens, K. D., H., & Hamilton, N. (1992). Kinesiology: Scientific basis of human motion. (8th ed.). USA: Brown and Benchmark.
• Muscolino, J. E. (2012). Know the body : muscle, bone, and palpation essentials (1st ed.). Maryland Heights, Mo: Elsevier Mosby.
• Quin, E., Rafferty, S., & Tomlinson, C. (2015). Safe dance practice (pp. xxi, 1–281). Human Kinetics.
• Kapit, W., & Elson, L. M. (2013). The Anatomy Coloring Book (4th ed.). Harlow: Pearson Education Limited.

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