D 256 Anatomy of the Moving Body

An introduction to anatomy of the human body in movement. Areas of focus include the skeleton, joints, connective tissues, muscles, the nervous system, and respiration. Anatomical terminology and kinesiological vocabulary are used to analyze movement. Emphasis is placed on student exploration of their physicality in movement. Sensation based knowledge is valued for application in movement, creative thinking, and injury prevention.

Credits

4

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify anatomical terminology for bones and muscles of the body
2. Describe how bones, joints and muscles coordinate to support movement
3. Analyze movement using kinesiological terms