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KNPE 461 Sensorimotor Control Units: 3.00
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the voluntary control of limb movements, focusing on principles and theories of human motor control. Students will understand the interactions between sensory and motor systems and the neural pathways involved in goal-directed behaviours. Through critical analysis of research and hands-on activities, students will gain insights into sensory integration, motor planning, motor learning and motor control. This knowledge will be valuable for careers in kinesiology, neuroscience, physical therapy, and sports science.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite KNPE 261/3.0 or permission of the School.
Exclusion KNPE 493/3.0 (Topic Title: Neural Basis of Human Sensorimotor Control - Fall 2023, Fall 2024).
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Identify and describe the neurological subsystems involved in motor control, including their specific functions and interactions.
- Analyze the contributions of sensory information and the central nervous system in facilitating goal-directed behaviors, using relevant models and examples.
- Critically evaluate experimental approaches in motor control research, demonstrating an understanding of their methodologies and implications, with a focus on how inclusive research practices can be designed to encompass a broad range of human experiences and perspectives.
- Interpret and apply human information processing models to explain the control of limb movements, emphasizing their practical significance.
- Develop the ability to present motor control research effectively, showcasing skills in interpreting data and communicating findings to a diverse audience.
- Demonstrate creativity in applying motor control principles to practical scenarios, such as research, teaching, or coaching, by designing innovative solutions or strategies.