Subject description

This subject will provide students with an understanding of the neurophysiological basis of the control of human movement. The neurophysiological and anatomical basis of some of the major disorders of human motion including Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, peripheral nerve injury and stroke will be presented when appropriate.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite
Pre-Requisite

Equivalence

SHS 320 - Motor Control and Dysfunction
MEDI320 - Motor Control and Dysfunction

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators
Lecturers

Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2hr lecture per week, and 2hr practical over 5 weeks

Assessment details

Online Quizzes
Lab Discussion Questions (4 in total)
Final Exam

Work integrated learning

Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.

Textbook information

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Contact details

Faculty contact

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