The student develops a pilot study prospectus. Master's-level students in exercise science, recreation, or sports medicine conduct and complete a formal thesis. The student must successfully defend a master's thesis to fulfill the culminating experience and comprehensive examination requirement for this program concentration. Students examine orthopedic human anatomy and function extensively. Cadaver dissection experiences are included.
Students study research techniques, data collection, and interpretation of results in biomechanics.
Students study biomechanical considerations of various occupational and daily living activities to determine optimal movement patterns for performance enhancement and injury reduction. Students study biomechanical considerations of various sport and exercise activities to determine optimal movement patterns for performance enhancement and injury reduction. Emphasis is placed on calibration theory and collection and analysis of data. Biomechanical considerations of major orthopedic injuries including injury potential of various human movement activities, acute and chronic injuries, and methods for reducing the likelihood of suffering an injury are explored. Students study research methods, procedures, and designs.