Analysis in Sport and Exercise

Course Content:

This module introduces technical and tactical analysis of sport performance.

The technical aspect introduces the key mathematical and physical concepts underlying
the biomechanical analysis of sport and exercise and provides students with an
appreciation of how the application of biomechanics may be used to explain and
enhance sporting and exercise movements, with practical analytical experience.

The tactical aspect provides an appreciation of the application of notational analysis to
enhance the coaching process. Students gain experience in various hand notation
systems as well as using a computer based system.

Autumn Semester content summary: introduction to concepts underlying the
notational analysis of sports behaviour and strategy and its role in the coaching
process. Evaluation of data collection systems in notational analysis and their use in
different sports.

Spring Semester content summary: application of the mathematical and physical
concepts underlying biomechanical analysis of sport and exercise. Evaluate and analyse
sporting movements through the application of biomechanical theory.

Topics covered may include:
? Kinematic analysis of motion ? physical concepts and theory relating to linear
and angular motion, the equations of motion and projectile motion with
reference to application in analysis of sport and exercise
? Kinetic analysis of motion ? The effects of forces in sport and exercise, Newton?s
laws of motion, physical concepts and theory relating to linear and angular
kinetics, conservation of momentum and the influence of fluids on movement
? Analysis of sport and exercise movements ? practical measurement of movement
using video analysis, including setting up, capture, use of software and
application of theory
? Theory and methods of manual sports notation for both team and individual
sports, with practical application of notational skills
? Theory and methods of automated sports notation for a range of sporting
situations using computer based systems, with practical application of notational
skills
? Application of notational analysis to coaching theory - analysis of coaching
behaviour and feedback
? Interpretation of biomechanical and notational data, through collected data and
review of scientific literature
? Enhancement of practical research skills and interpersonal skills through groupbased
practical data collection and analysis.

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials and practical sessions

Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
? Exam (40%)
? Practical: Group presentation (30%)
? Coursework: Laboratory report (30%)
STUDY OPTION 2:
? Group Poster Presentation (50%)
? Written Test (50%)
STUDY OPTION 3:
? Written practical report.

Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer