EXSC 488
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Motor Control
Exercise Sciences
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
This upper level exercise sciences course will synthesize neuromuscular and biomechanical principles from other courses in the department (i.e., EXSC 362, 440 and 463) and introduce new physiological principles that direct healthy, purposeful control of voluntary movement. Course concepts will include (1) neuromuscular anatomy and physiology, (2) biomechanics of single- and multi-joint systems, (3) current questions and pressing problems related to healthy and pathological control of voluntary movement, (4) current approaches to improving athletic performance, and (5) overcoming orthopedic and neuromuscular impairments.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Recommended
Undergraduate physics, anatomy and physiology (PHSCS 105 OR 121, CELL 220, CELL 305 or 362)
Title
Therapeutic application of motor control concepts
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to indentify therapeutic interventions to treat common neuromuscular and musculoskeletal pathologies that impair voluntary movement through the application of motor control concepts.
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Evaluate lay and scientific literature to locate and identify sound science and recommendations
Learning Outcome
Students will learn to critically evaluate related peer-reviewed scientific literature as well as confidently navigate the lay literature and media to become effective advocates for reasonable interpretations of good science.
Title
Communicate within the discipline
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to effectively communicate (speak, listen, write, and read) about current issues in applied motor control to a typical practitioner and patient population.
Title
Understand principles of anatomy and physiology
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate understanding of the anatomical and physiological facets of the neural, muscular and skeletal systems that are important to control of able-bodied voluntary movement.
Title
Increased appreciation for the blessing of the physical body
Learning Outcome
Students will consider how the work of exercise and rehabilitation helps us to follow Heavenly Father’s plan for us to use and respect our bodies.
