Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

Knowledge, skills and competences corresponding to the Bachelor degree in Sports Science at Aalborg University.

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Have knowledge about simulation methods useful in sports
• Have knowledge about the assumptions and limitations of the methods
• Have knowledge about the connection between the model and the anatomic/physiological reality
• Can explain the general principles of modelling, simulation, verification and validation
• Can explain how the human body and its interaction with the surroundings can be analysed by means of modelling and simulation technology

Skills

• Can apply musculoskeletal modelling techniques on problems within Sports Science
• Can apply kinematic data as input to musculoskeletal models (e.g. motion capture data)
• Can apply experimental model validation techniques

Competences

• Can critically evaluate simulation results

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Modelling of Human Function
Type of exam	Written or oral exam
ECTS	5
Assessment	Passed/Not Passed
Type of grading	Internal examination
Criteria of assessment	The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Additional information

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All other enquiries may be directed to Malene Møller Knudsen, secretary of the Study Board.