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EXSCI3171 - Advanced Motor Control and Learning
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<p>This unit considers the theoretical underpinnings of the nature and cause of movement across the lifespan. It enables students to develop analytical and situational skills for utilising motor control information from both a behavioural and physiological perspective. This unit also focuses on the changes in motor function or motor performance that may occur with ageing, injury and fatigue and highlights the interaction existing between motor control and other exercise and sport science disciplines.</p>
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<p>This unit will focus on concepts such as:</p><ul><li>Neuro-motor basis for motor control</li><li>Relevant theoretical models of motor control</li><li>How the sensory components of motor control influence the control of human movement</li><li>Movement control mechanisms for gait, reach-to-grasp skills and postural control</li><li>Neural origin of common motor disorders and associated impairments/deficits</li><li>Changes in motor function or motor performance that may occur with ageing, injury and fatigue</li></ul>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit considers the theoretical underpinnings of the nature and cause of movement across the lifespan. It enables students to develop analytical and situational skills for utilising motor control information from both a behavioural and physiological perspective. This unit also focuses on the changes in motor function or motor performance that may occur with ageing, injury and fatigue and highlights the interaction existing between motor control and other exercise and sport science disciplines.</p>
Unit content
<p>This unit will focus on concepts such as:</p><ul><li>Neuro-motor basis for motor control</li><li>Relevant theoretical models of motor control</li><li>How the sensory components of motor control influence the control of human movement</li><li>Movement control mechanisms for gait, reach-to-grasp skills and postural control</li><li>Neural origin of common motor disorders and associated impairments/deficits</li><li>Changes in motor function or motor performance that may occur with ageing, injury and fatigue</li></ul>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
069903 - Human Movement
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsci3171">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=EXSCI1703" target="_blank">EXSCI1703</a>"</p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Explain the physiological basis of motor control, including the roles of sensory systems in regulating movement across the lifespan. </p>
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<p>Apply theoretical perspectives and principles of motor learning and control to design or choose evidence-based assessments for the evaluation of motor abilities and performance. </p>
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<p>Assess coordination, somatosensory, visual, cognitive/perceptual impairments in individuals using common assessment methods in a laboratory setting and analyse results. </p>
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<p>Integrate knowledge of neural control systems and motor control theory to analyse fine and gross motor performance, interpret assessment data, and justify evidence-informed strategies to enhance movement function.</p>
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<p>Critically evaluate the effects of neurological dysfunction due to ageing, injury, and fatigue on motor performance using evidence-informed principles of motor control. </p>
Assessment
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<p>Attendance and active participation in laboratory classes to demonstrate competency in practical skills. </p>
<p>90% attendance at active learning sessions.</p>
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<p>Design an intervention for an individual with motor function changes due to impairments, ageing, or injury, including suitable pre- and post-assessment tools.</p>
<p>Written report.</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
1, 2, 3, 4
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<p>Practical Assessment. Students will be assessed on their ability to perform a relevant test of motor or cognitive function.</p>
<p>Practical assessment.</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
3, 5
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<p>Self-directed study of unit content.</p>
<p>Exam.</p>
<p>25-45%</p>
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
069903 - Human Movement
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsci3171">View unit fees</a>
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