Outline

Academic unit	Movement Sciences
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	EXSS1038
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Coordinator	Suzi Edwards, suzi.edwards@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Matthew Hollings, matthew.hollings@sydney.edu.au
Yareni Guerrero Ayala, yareni.guerrero@sydney.edu.au
Briarne Campbell, briarne.campbell@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Written exam	Final Exam Final written exam that assesses all material covered in the semester: MCQ and Short Answers. Duration 2 hours plus 10 mins reading time	40%	Formal exam period	2 hours	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
Out-of-class quiz	Movement Analysis - Running Online quiz to promote and assess learning.	0%	Week 02 Due date: 06 Mar 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 16 Mar 2026	20 minutes	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Data analysis	Movement Analaysis - Clinical Gait Individual assignment will undertake a clinical gait analysis, interpret data and write a report on a case study.	30%	Week 05 Due date: 27 Mar 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 06 Apr 2026	1000 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Case studies	Movement Analysis - Countermovement Jump Group assignment students will undertake a three-dimensional biomechanical analysis, interpret data and write a report on a case study.	30%	Week 08 Due date: 24 Apr 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 04 May 2026	1,500 words	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ? = early feedback task ?

Type	Description	Weight	Week Due	Length
Practice application - Out of class Quiz#	Early feedback task, hurdle task	0%	2	20 mins
Inquiry investigation - data analysis	Brief report of clinical gait case study analysis	30%	5	1,000 words
Inquiry investigation - case studies	In small groups, you will undertake a 3D biomechanical analysis and interpretation report	30%	8	1,500 words
Final Exam	Written closed book exam on all work covered during semester, comprising MCQ and short answer questions	40%	Formal Exam Period	120 mins plus 10 minutes reading time

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Week 1 A. Introduction; B. Running Biomechanics	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 1 Tutorial. Movement analysis - running	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 02	Week 2. Clinical Gait Kinematics	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 2 Practical. Clinical Gait - qualitative and quantitative analysis	Practical (2 hr)
Week 03	Week 3. Biomechanical Technology - force plates and plantar pressures	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 3 Tutorial. Clinical Gait Case Studies Interpretation	Practical (2 hr)
Week 04	Week 4. Biomechanical Technology - 3D motion capture	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 4 Practical. 3D Mocap Assignment Filming	Practical (1 hr)
Week 05	Week 5. Biomechanical Technology - Markerless Mocap + 3D biomechanical modelling	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 06	Week 6. Signals & filtering	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 6 Practical. Data Analysis for Assignment - Countermovement movement analysis	Practical (2 hr)
Week 07	Week 7. Inverse Dynamic Analysis	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 7 Tutorial. Inverse Dynamics	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Week 8. Tissue properties, loading and adaptation	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 09	Week 9. Mechanics of Musculoskeletal Injuries	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 9 Workshop. Injury mechanism analysis in sport	Practical (2 hr)
Week 10	Week 10. Biomechanics in elite sport - guest speaker	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11	Week 11. Biomechanical Technology - Electromyograph collection, processing and interpretation	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 11 Practical. EMG	Practical (2 hr)
Week 12	Week 12. Biomechanical Technology - Wearable sensors in sport and exercise	Lecture (2 hr)
Week 12 Workshop. Wearable sensors in sport and exercise.	Practical (2 hr)
Week 13	Week 13. Review of semester	Lecture (2 hr)

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Understand principles of data collection for biomechanics, especially with regard to the principles of filming movements for quantitative analysis
LO2. Understand how the mechanical properties of biological tissues influence the response of the body to these loads, potentially causing acute and chronic injuries
LO3. Be able to collect and interpret EMG signals to understand the relative load and fatigue level experienced by muscles
LO4. Be able to assess the demands placed on the body by exercise loads and use this to recommend changes to enhance performance and reduce injury risk
LO5. Be familiar with the mechanical principles associated with normal and pathological gait, and how these change across the lifespan
LO6. Be able to conduct a biomechanical assessment of movement technique and communicate the findings to a lay audience

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 14.2.5. Select and apply basic data analysis techniques appropriate to exercise science subdisciplines. 2.2.1. Biomechanics Principles 2.2.1.1. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 - 2.2.15. Research Methods and Data Analysis. 2.2.15 Apply research methods and reports from a range of sources for a thorough understanding of research ethics and methodology in exercise science. 2.2.16. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Apply evidence-based practice that considers research evidence, emerging research, professional judgement, and client and service user preference. 2.2.17. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Examine research designs, their applications, and constraints, and apply data analysis methods as appropriate to evaluate outcomes within the context of exercise science settings. 2.2.18. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Compare and contrast research and data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science. 2.2.2. Anatomy and Physiology. Use anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, and body planes. 3.2.1. Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement. 3.2.3. Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations. 4.2.1. Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions, and limitations of common health and exercise assessments and select appropriate equipment and digital practices based on individual needs. 4.2.4. Analyse and interpret information and results from assessments, including the accuracy and limitations of the assessments. 4.2.5. Evaluate, document, report, and respond to evolving risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms throughout assessments and approaches. 5.2.3. Interpret and communicate assessment data to inform physical activity and exercise-based approaches, selecting appropriate exercises and equipment based on individual needs and abilities. 5.2.7. Evaluate and modify coaching methods to improve exercise or movement performance by clients and service users.
	Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 2.2.1.2. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of scientific approaches to ascertaining the aetiology of injury and acute, chronic and complex conditions as they relate to movement. 2.2.1.3. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment. 2.2.2. Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations. 2.2.3. Analyse biomechanical problems and develop and implement relevant intervention strategies to the movement context. 2.2.4. Choose and interpret biomechanical measurements relevant to client’s needs. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 - 2.2.15. Research Methods and Data Analysis. 2.2.15 Apply research methods and reports from a range of sources for a thorough understanding of research ethics and methodology in exercise science. 2.2.16. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Apply evidence-based practice that considers research evidence, emerging research, professional judgement, and client and service user preference. 2.2.17. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Examine research designs, their applications, and constraints, and apply data analysis methods as appropriate to evaluate outcomes within the context of exercise science settings. 2.2.18. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Compare and contrast research and data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science. 2.2.2. Anatomy and Physiology. Use anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, and body planes. 2.2.3. Anatomy and Physiology. Describe the function and interaction of physiological systems and how they respond to movement. 2.2.5. Anatomy and Physiology. Recognise individual joint complexes, explaining their independent and composite functions in relation to posture and movement analysis within exercise contexts. 2.2.6. Anatomy and Physiology. Interpret how the neuro-musculoskeletal system responds to forces associated with movement, and how this changes with deconditioning, ageing and injury. 3.2. Elements of Applied Human Health and Performance 3.2.1. Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement. 3.2.2. Biomechanics. Evaluate the physical impacts of human interactions with equipment and the environment. 3.2.3. Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations. 4.2. Elements of Exercise Assessment and Screening An AES demonstrates an ability to: 4.2.5. Evaluate, document, report, and respond to evolving risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms throughout assessments and approaches. 5.2.3. Interpret and communicate assessment data to inform physical activity and exercise-based approaches, selecting appropriate exercises and equipment based on individual needs and abilities. 5.2.7. Evaluate and modify coaching methods to improve exercise or movement performance by clients and service users.
	Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 10.2. Elements of Motor Learning and Control 14.2.5. Select and apply basic data analysis techniques appropriate to exercise science subdisciplines. 2.2.1. Biomechanics Principles 5.2.7. Analyse movement identifying which muscles are active in producing and controlling a movement of a joint. 7.2. Elements of Health and Exercise Assessment 9.2. Elements of Human Physiology Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 - 2.2.3. Anatomy and Physiology. Describe the function and interaction of physiological systems and how they respond to movement. 2.2.5. Anatomy and Physiology. Recognise individual joint complexes, explaining their independent and composite functions in relation to posture and movement analysis within exercise contexts. 2.2.6. Anatomy and Physiology. Interpret how the neuro-musculoskeletal system responds to forces associated with movement, and how this changes with deconditioning, ageing and injury. 3.2.1. Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement. 3.2.10. Motor Learning and Control. Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular and sensory systems as they relate to the control of voluntary and involuntary movement and motor learning. 3.2.2. Biomechanics. Evaluate the physical impacts of human interactions with equipment and the environment. 3.2.3. Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations.
	Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 2.2.1. Biomechanics Principles 2.2.1.1. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills 2.2.1.2. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of scientific approaches to ascertaining the aetiology of injury and acute, chronic and complex conditions as they relate to movement. 2.2.2. Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations. 2.2.3. Analyse biomechanical problems and develop and implement relevant intervention strategies to the movement context. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 - 2.2.10. Growth and Development. Identify and describe structural, physiological, and psychosocial components of human development, and explore their interrelationships. 2.2.15. Research Methods and Data Analysis. 2.2.15 Apply research methods and reports from a range of sources for a thorough understanding of research ethics and methodology in exercise science. 2.2.16. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Apply evidence-based practice that considers research evidence, emerging research, professional judgement, and client and service user preference. 2.2.17. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Examine research designs, their applications, and constraints, and apply data analysis methods as appropriate to evaluate outcomes within the context of exercise science settings. 2.2.18. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Compare and contrast research and data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science. 2.2.2. Anatomy and Physiology. Use anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, and body planes. 2.2.3. Anatomy and Physiology. Describe the function and interaction of physiological systems and how they respond to movement. 2.2.5. Anatomy and Physiology. Recognise individual joint complexes, explaining their independent and composite functions in relation to posture and movement analysis within exercise contexts. 2.2.6. Anatomy and Physiology. Interpret how the neuro-musculoskeletal system responds to forces associated with movement, and how this changes with deconditioning, ageing and injury. 3.1. Guiding principle. An AES applies movement and behavioural approaches, informed by foundational knowledge, to analyse, improve, and maintain health and performance outcomes, including injury prevention and healthy growth and ageing through evidence-based strategies. 3.2. Elements of Applied Human Health and Performance 3.2.1. Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement. 3.2.10. Motor Learning and Control. Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular and sensory systems as they relate to the control of voluntary and involuntary movement and motor learning. 3.2.11. Motor Learning and Control. 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. 3.2.2. Biomechanics. Evaluate the physical impacts of human interactions with equipment and the environment. 3.2.3. Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations. 4.2.1. Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions, and limitations of common health and exercise assessments and select appropriate equipment and digital practices based on individual needs. 4.2.4. Analyse and interpret information and results from assessments, including the accuracy and limitations of the assessments. 4.2.5. Evaluate, document, report, and respond to evolving risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms throughout assessments and approaches. 5.2.3. Interpret and communicate assessment data to inform physical activity and exercise-based approaches, selecting appropriate exercises and equipment based on individual needs and abilities. 5.2.7. Evaluate and modify coaching methods to improve exercise or movement performance by clients and service users.
	Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 2.2.1. Biomechanics Principles 2.2.1.2. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of scientific approaches to ascertaining the aetiology of injury and acute, chronic and complex conditions as they relate to movement. 2.2.1.3. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment. 2.2.2. Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations. 2.2.3. Analyse biomechanical problems and develop and implement relevant intervention strategies to the movement context. 6.2.3. Identify exercises that are contraindicated for particular stages of growth, maturation and development across the lifespan, and have knowledge of the injuries or conditions that commonly present during certain stages of growth and development. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 - 2.2.16. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Apply evidence-based practice that considers research evidence, emerging research, professional judgement, and client and service user preference. 2.2.17. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Examine research designs, their applications, and constraints, and apply data analysis methods as appropriate to evaluate outcomes within the context of exercise science settings. 2.2.18. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Compare and contrast research and data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science. 2.2.2. Anatomy and Physiology. Use anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, and body planes. 2.2.3. Anatomy and Physiology. Describe the function and interaction of physiological systems and how they respond to movement. 2.2.5. Anatomy and Physiology. Recognise individual joint complexes, explaining their independent and composite functions in relation to posture and movement analysis within exercise contexts. 2.2.6. Anatomy and Physiology. Interpret how the neuro-musculoskeletal system responds to forces associated with movement, and how this changes with deconditioning, ageing and injury. 3.1. Guiding principle. An AES applies movement and behavioural approaches, informed by foundational knowledge, to analyse, improve, and maintain health and performance outcomes, including injury prevention and healthy growth and ageing through evidence-based strategies. 3.2.1. Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement. 3.2.10. Motor Learning and Control. Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular and sensory systems as they relate to the control of voluntary and involuntary movement and motor learning. 3.2.11. Motor Learning and Control. 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. 3.2.2. Biomechanics. Evaluate the physical impacts of human interactions with equipment and the environment. 3.2.3. Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations. 4.2.1. Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions, and limitations of common health and exercise assessments and select appropriate equipment and digital practices based on individual needs. 4.2.4. Analyse and interpret information and results from assessments, including the accuracy and limitations of the assessments. 4.2.5. Evaluate, document, report, and respond to evolving risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms throughout assessments and approaches. 4.2.7. Select effective communication strategies, including interpreting or explaining normative data where appropriate, to support clients and service users from diverse populations in understanding assessment outcomes. 5.2.3. Interpret and communicate assessment data to inform physical activity and exercise-based approaches, selecting appropriate exercises and equipment based on individual needs and abilities. 5.2.7. Evaluate and modify coaching methods to improve exercise or movement performance by clients and service users.
	Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) - 2.2.1. Biomechanics Principles 2.2.1.1. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills 2.2.1.2. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of scientific approaches to ascertaining the aetiology of injury and acute, chronic and complex conditions as they relate to movement. 2.2.1.3. Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment. 2.2.2. Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations. 2.2.3. Analyse biomechanical problems and develop and implement relevant intervention strategies to the movement context. 2.2.4. Choose and interpret biomechanical measurements relevant to client’s needs. 2.2.5. Choose and apply appropriate communication to explain scientific data and movement techniques to clients and other professionals. 2.2.6. Identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement and injury prevention. Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 - 2.2.15. Research Methods and Data Analysis. 2.2.15 Apply research methods and reports from a range of sources for a thorough understanding of research ethics and methodology in exercise science. 2.2.16. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Apply evidence-based practice that considers research evidence, emerging research, professional judgement, and client and service user preference. 2.2.17. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Examine research designs, their applications, and constraints, and apply data analysis methods as appropriate to evaluate outcomes within the context of exercise science settings. 2.2.18. Research Methods and Data Analysis. Compare and contrast research and data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science. 2.2.2. Anatomy and Physiology. Use anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, and body planes. 2.2.5. Anatomy and Physiology. Recognise individual joint complexes, explaining their independent and composite functions in relation to posture and movement analysis within exercise contexts. 2.2.6. Anatomy and Physiology. Interpret how the neuro-musculoskeletal system responds to forces associated with movement, and how this changes with deconditioning, ageing and injury. 3.1. Guiding principle. An AES applies movement and behavioural approaches, informed by foundational knowledge, to analyse, improve, and maintain health and performance outcomes, including injury prevention and healthy growth and ageing through evidence-based strategies. 3.2.1. Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement. 3.2.10. Motor Learning and Control. Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular and sensory systems as they relate to the control of voluntary and involuntary movement and motor learning. 3.2.2. Biomechanics. Evaluate the physical impacts of human interactions with equipment and the environment. 3.2.3. Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations. 4.2.1. Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions, and limitations of common health and exercise assessments and select appropriate equipment and digital practices based on individual needs. 4.2.4. Analyse and interpret information and results from assessments, including the accuracy and limitations of the assessments. 4.2.5. Evaluate, document, report, and respond to evolving risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms throughout assessments and approaches. 4.2.7. Select effective communication strategies, including interpreting or explaining normative data where appropriate, to support clients and service users from diverse populations in understanding assessment outcomes. 5.2.3. Interpret and communicate assessment data to inform physical activity and exercise-based approaches, selecting appropriate exercises and equipment based on individual needs and abilities. 5.2.7. Evaluate and modify coaching methods to improve exercise or movement performance by clients and service users.

Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards (2022) -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
1.2		Elements of Professional Practice
14.2.5		Select and apply basic data analysis techniques appropriate to exercise science subdisciplines.
2.2.1		Biomechanics Principles
2.2.1.1		Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of movement analysis knowledge and skills
2.2.1.2		Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of scientific approaches to ascertaining the aetiology of injury and acute, chronic and complex conditions as they relate to movement.
2.2.1.3		Describe biomechanical principles and how they relate specifically to the analysis of various forms of human movement to demonstrate an understanding of the physical effects of human interaction with equipment and the environment.
2.2.2		Apply the principles of the biomechanical analysis of human movement to activities of daily living across a broad range of populations.
2.2.3		Analyse biomechanical problems and develop and implement relevant intervention strategies to the movement context.
2.2.4		Choose and interpret biomechanical measurements relevant to client’s needs.
2.2.5		Choose and apply appropriate communication to explain scientific data and movement techniques to clients and other professionals.
2.2.6		Identify specific aspects of movement patterns important for performance improvement and injury prevention.

Accredited Exercise Scientist Professional Standards - 2024 -

Competency code	Taught, Practiced or Assessed	Competency standard
2.2.15		Research Methods and Data Analysis. 2.2.15 Apply research methods and reports from a range of sources for a thorough understanding of research ethics and methodology in exercise science.
2.2.16		Research Methods and Data Analysis. Apply evidence-based practice that considers research evidence, emerging research, professional judgement, and client and service user preference.
2.2.17		Research Methods and Data Analysis. Examine research designs, their applications, and constraints, and apply data analysis methods as appropriate to evaluate outcomes within the context of exercise science settings.
2.2.18		Research Methods and Data Analysis. Compare and contrast research and data with professional judgment to inform decision-making within the practice of exercise science.
2.2.2		Anatomy and Physiology. Use anatomical terms to describe position, movement, body direction, regions, and body planes.
2.2.3		Anatomy and Physiology. Describe the function and interaction of physiological systems and how they respond to movement.
2.2.5		Anatomy and Physiology. Recognise individual joint complexes, explaining their independent and composite functions in relation to posture and movement analysis within exercise contexts.
2.2.6		Anatomy and Physiology. Interpret how the neuro-musculoskeletal system responds to forces associated with movement, and how this changes with deconditioning, ageing and injury.
3.1		Guiding principle. An AES applies movement and behavioural approaches, informed by foundational knowledge, to analyse, improve, and maintain health and performance outcomes, including injury prevention and healthy growth and ageing through evidence-based strategies.
3.2.1		Biomechanics. Apply biomechanical principles to analyse human movement.
3.2.10		Motor Learning and Control. Describe the structure and function of the neuromuscular and sensory systems as they relate to the control of voluntary and involuntary movement and motor learning.
3.2.11		Motor Learning and Control. 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.
3.2.2		Biomechanics. Evaluate the physical impacts of human interactions with equipment and the environment.
3.2.3		Biomechanics. Apply principles of functional anatomy and biomechanics to critically analyse movement patterns and identify strategies to enhance performance, identify deficiencies, and minimise injury risk across a range of contexts and populations.
4.2.1		Explain the scientific rationale, reliability, validity, assumptions, and limitations of common health and exercise assessments and select appropriate equipment and digital practices based on individual needs.
4.2.4		Analyse and interpret information and results from assessments, including the accuracy and limitations of the assessments.
4.2.5		Evaluate, document, report, and respond to evolving risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms throughout assessments and approaches.
4.2.7		Select effective communication strategies, including interpreting or explaining normative data where appropriate, to support clients and service users from diverse populations in understanding assessment outcomes.
5.2.3		Interpret and communicate assessment data to inform physical activity and exercise-based approaches, selecting appropriate exercises and equipment based on individual needs and abilities.
5.2.7		Evaluate and modify coaching methods to improve exercise or movement performance by clients and service users.

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EXSS2031: Movement Analysis

Semester 1, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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