KINESIOLOGY 360
Anatomical Kinesiology
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Course Description
Application of anatomy and physiology to analysis and improvement of human
performance in gross body movement. Musculoskeletal and neuromuscular
anatomy and physiology are discussed, along with kinesiological concepts related
to the integration of these systems during human movement. This section of KIN
306 includes1` an information literacy emphasis as part of U Research,
Mississippi College’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP).
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Course Objectives, Outcomes, and Standards
This course is designed to enable candidates to:
1. Explain the properties and function of bones, muscles and connective tissues.
2. Describe the skeletal structure of the human body including osteological landmarks.
3. Describe and demonstrate joint movements with respect to plane and axis of motion.
4. Explain the relationships between joint structure and function.
5. Name and demonstrate the actions possible at each joint.
6. State the factors contributing to joint range of motion and stability.
7. Describe the ligaments and tendons of the major gross motor joints.
8. Analyze human movement patterns in terms of joint action.
9. Name the muscles (with point of origin and insertion) in any given joint action.
10. Identify the types of muscular contraction (isometric, concentric, eccentric) occurring in any given
joint action.
11. Explain the cooperative actions of muscles in controlling joint actions identifying the role of
individual muscles as agonists, antagonists, neutralizers or stabilizers.
12. Describe basic exercises for each joint.
13. Name and define the basic structures of the neuromuscular system.
14. Observe and describe a basic movement correctly.
15. Determine the anatomical and physiological factors basic to the performance of an observed
movement.
16. Identify factors which limit performance and identify modifications which may lead to improved
performance.
17. Describe common injuries for each joint.
III.
Resources and Materials
The textbook adopted for this course is: Floyd, R. (2009) Manual of
Structural Kinesiology (17th ed.). Boston, MA: McGraw Hill.
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Course Topics
The major topics to be considered are:
A. Basic terminology and fundamentals.
B. Neuromuscular fundamentals.
C. Kinesiology of the Shoulder Girdle
D. Kinesiology of the Shoulder (Glenohumeral) Joint
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Kinesiology of the Elbow, Forearm, Wrist, and Hand.
Kinesiology of the Hip and Pelvic Girdle.
Kinesiology of the Knee
Kinesiology of the Ankle and Foot.
Kinesiology of the Trunk and Spine.
Muscular Analysis
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Instructional Methods and Activities
Methods and activities for instruction include:
A. Traditional experiences
B. Lecture/Discussion
C. Clinical experiences: 1. Demonstrations; 2. Movement analysis.
D. Literature Review: Each student will be assigned a specific muscle, joint
or anatomical structure. They will required to generate a literature review
on current research related to this topic. This could include training,
disease, or injury related aspects. This review must be based on no less
than 5 scholarly articles. University regulations regarding academic
honesty will be adhered to—all sources must be referenced properly
according to APA guidelines. Assignments will be made at mid-term. Lit
reviews will be due three weeks before the first day of final exams. Exact
dates will be provided during the course of the semester.
E. Each student will make a short (5 minute) presentation of their Lit Review
to the class.
F. A one page abstract of the review will be provided to each member of the
class which will include three multiple choice questions based on the
content of the review. These questions will be included on the Final
Exam.
G. Students who have transfer credit for ENG 102 will need to satisfactorily
complete a short information literacy tutorial as an introduction to research
concepts and resources available at Mississippi College. This must be
completed by mid-term.
VI.
Assessment and Grade Assignment
A. Methods:
1. Traditional assessment:
a. Knowledge Exams-100 pts. Ea.
b. Literature Review
B. Grading Scale: 100-90 = A; 80 – 89 = B; 70 – 79 = C; 60 – 69 = D.
B. There is no “extra credit” available in this course.
C. GRADUATING SENIORS: Seniors graduating in the semester that the
class is taken may be exempt from the final if they hold an “A” average on
the first four exams. Seniors must attend all classes up until the final, or
this privilege will be revoked and they will have to sit for the final exam.
D. MAKE UP EXAMINATIONS: LATE EXAMS WILL ONLY BE
PERMITTED FOR UNIVERSITY EXCUSED ABSENCES. NO
OTHER EXCUSE IS PERMITTED. THIS IS FINAL. IF YOU
CANNOT BE THERE FOR AN EXAM, PLEASE CALL DR.
WASHAM AND LET HIM KNOW THE CIRCUMSTANCES. ANY
MAKE UPS WILL BE ADMINISTERED THE NEXT TIME YOU
SHOW UP FOR CLASS.
XI.
OTHER COURSE INFORMATION:
A. Class absentee/tardy policy: Please see the university attendance policy which
is included on page 54 of the undergraduate catalog. .
B. NOTE: DOOR WILL BE CLOSED AND LOCKED WHEN INSTRUCTOR
BEGINS CLASS. DO NOT KNOCK ON DOOR. IT WILL NOT BE
OPENED. ALSO NOTE THAT 8 ABSENCES (EXCUSED OR
UNEXCUSED) RESULTS IN AUTOMATIC FAILING GRADE.
C. Special Accommodations: Please see the special accommodations section on
Dr. Washam’s web page.
NOTE ON CELL PHONES IN CLASS: ACTIVE CELL PHONES ARE
NOT PERMITTED IN CLASS. IF A CELL PHONE IS BROUGHT OUT
DURING AN EXAM, THIS CONSTITUTES A VIOLATION OF TEST
SECURITY AND WILL RESULT IN AN AUTOMATIC GRADE OF
ZERO ON THE EXAM.
D. Students who have transfer credit for ENG 102 will need to satisfactorily
complete a short information literacy tutorial as an introduction to
research concepts and resources available at Mississippi College. This
must be completed by mid-term.
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INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND BIBLIOGRAPHY:
A. The textbook adopted for this course is:
Floyd, R. and Thompson, C. Manual of Structural Kinesiology. Boston, MA:
McGraw Hill.