XSCI 3054 - Motor Learning and Control

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Utah Tech University

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Course surveys the basic principles related to the neuro-mechanisms and cognitive processes controlling human movement and contribution to the learning of motor skills. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the conclusion of this course students: 1) describing physiological properties of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular system that relate to movement control; 2) describing the mechanical factors of human movement and applying this knowledge to movement analysis; 3) Identifying neurophysiological and behavioral principles of motor skill acquisition; 4) analyzing factors associated with motor learning theory (e.g., movement preparation, attention, arousal, and practice design); 5) applying motor learning and motor control principles. Prerequisites: XSCI 2020 or XSCI 1025 (Grade C- or higher). FA

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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