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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit involves the study of physiological, biomechanical and psychological principles to understand the musculoskeletal disorders that occur in work, school, home and leisure settings. It examines the application of biomechanical principles to the everyday activities of people who need to adapt to changes in their functional abilities. An evidence-based approach is adopted in the consideration of risk factors and the analysis and management of musculoskeletal disorders.
Students must pass 5 units from EBH1101, EBH1102, OCT1205, OCT1206, OCT1208
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, practical laboratory-based learning activities, e-learning, small group activities and discussions to generate ideas and solve problems.
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.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Work | Laboratory activities | 40% |
| Test | Mid-semester examination | 30% |
| Examination | End of semeser examination | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit involves the study of physiological, biomechanical and psychological principles to understand the musculoskeletal disorders that occur in work, school, home and leisure settings. It examines the application of biomechanical principles to the everyday activities of people who need to adapt to changes in their functional abilities. An evidence-based approach is adopted in the consideration of risk factors and the analysis and management of musculoskeletal disorders.
Students must pass 5 units from EBH1101, EBH1102, OCT1205, OCT1206, OCT1208
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, practical laboratory-based learning activities, e-learning, small group activities and discussions to generate ideas and solve problems.
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.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Work | Laboratory activities | 40% |
| Test | Mid-semester examination | 30% |
| Examination | End of semeser examination | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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