ABOUT THE COURSE:This comprehensive course covers essential aspects of biomechanical research and analysis across five units. Starting with the basics of biomechanical research and mechanical analysis, the course progresses to explore the foundations of movement mechanics, including kinematics and kinetics. Students will learn various types of analysis methods, from qualitative to quantitative approaches. The curriculum then introduces advanced tools for measuring kinematic variables, such as timing devices and optical imaging systems. The final unit focuses on tools for measuring kinetic variables, including force platforms and electromyography. This course provides a thorough grounding in biomechanical principles and practical analysis techniques crucial for understanding human movement and performance.INTENDED AUDIENCE: Students from Sports Science, Physical Education, Biomechanics, Physiotherapy, Mechanical & Biomedical Engineering, and Sports coaches.PREREQUISITES: Any CourseINDUSTRY SUPPORT: Sports Authority of India,NSNIS Patiala,National Institute of Sports Performance analysis
Overview
Syllabus
Week 1:
Introduction to the course
Basics of Biomechanical Research
Basics of Mechanical Analysis (Part 1)Week 2:
Basics of Mechanical Analysis (Part 2)
Introduction to Kinematics & KineticsWeek 3:
Types of Analysis – Qualitative & Quantitative analysis
Introduction to Qualitative Analysis
Introduction to Quantitative AnalysisWeek 4:
Quantitative analysis: Measurement issues and Data collection
Understanding the open-source software (Kinovea)Week 5:
Linear Kinematics
Angular KinematicsWeek 6:
Linear Kinetics
Angular KineticsWeek 7:
Tools for Measuring Kinematic Variables
Timing devices
Video recording devicesWeek 8:
Accelerometers
Optical imaging system
Understanding the open-source software (MOKKA)Week 9:
Methods of Measuring CG in the Human Body
Electro goniometryWeek 10:
Tools for measuring kinetic variables
Force platforms with practical implicationWeek 11:
Force transducers
Pressure SensorsWeek 12:
Electromyography with practical implication
Course review and conclusion
Introduction to the course
Basics of Biomechanical Research
Basics of Mechanical Analysis (Part 1)Week 2:
Basics of Mechanical Analysis (Part 2)
Introduction to Kinematics & KineticsWeek 3:
Types of Analysis – Qualitative & Quantitative analysis
Introduction to Qualitative Analysis
Introduction to Quantitative AnalysisWeek 4:
Quantitative analysis: Measurement issues and Data collection
Understanding the open-source software (Kinovea)Week 5:
Linear Kinematics
Angular KinematicsWeek 6:
Linear Kinetics
Angular KineticsWeek 7:
Tools for Measuring Kinematic Variables
Timing devices
Video recording devicesWeek 8:
Accelerometers
Optical imaging system
Understanding the open-source software (MOKKA)Week 9:
Methods of Measuring CG in the Human Body
Electro goniometryWeek 10:
Tools for measuring kinetic variables
Force platforms with practical implicationWeek 11:
Force transducers
Pressure SensorsWeek 12:
Electromyography with practical implication
Course review and conclusion
Taught by
Prof.Viswanath Sundar, Prof.Rahul Tiwari, Prof.P.Rajinikumar
