Syllabus

Course Code: MPEd -403    Course Name: Sports Bio Mechanics

MODULE NO / UNIT COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE NOTES
1 Meaning and Scope of Biomechanics in Physical Education
Basic concepts of kinematics and kinetics
Definition of terms: Distance, Displacement, Speed, Velocity, Acceleration, Mass and Weight.
Meaning of Motion and types of Motion
2 Newton’s Laws of Motion and their application in sports.
Lever: (a) Classification of Levers and Lever Arms
(b) Concept of Mechanical advantage
(c) Human body levers.
Force: (a) Definition and Effects of Forces.
(b) Properties of Force
(c) Internal and External Forces
(d) Centripetal and Centrifugal Forces
(e) Friction: Meaning, Coefficient of friction, factors effecting friction
3 Meaning of Center of Gravity and Line of Center of Gravity
Meaning Equilibrium, types of equilibrium & principles of stability
Meaning of Projectile, Characteristics of Projectile, Range of Projectile, Height of Projectile and Time of Projectile
Buoyancy Force and Principle of Flotation
4 Meaning of Spin, Types of Spin, Effect of Spin on angle of rebound and velocity
Magnus Effect
Meaning of Work, Power and Energy
Mechanical Analysis of Gait Cycle Walking and Running
Mechanical Analysis of Long Jump (Takeoff and landing)
Mechanical Analysis Shot Put (Power Position and Delivery Phase)
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