Human health, well-being and occupation 1Laajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Anatomy of the musculoskeletal system 3 cr.

Students are familiar with the structure and functions of the musculoskeletal system. They are able to analyse limb movements and muscle action in relation to occupation and task performance. Students understand the impact of biomechanics on occupational performance.

Content

• Bones, joints, muscles and their functions, with focus on upper extremity muscles
• Basic structure and functions of the musculoskeletal system
• Impact of musculoskeletal functions on occupation and health

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students use the appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They recognise the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.

Students’ actions follow the rules and instructions given, and they use working methods appropriately and safely.

Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act responsibly as group members.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students analyse the relationships between appropriate core concepts as well as justify their choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They analyse the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.

Students act according to the rules and instructions given in their operating environment, and they use working methods appropriately and safely.

Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act flexibly as group members.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students analyse and assess the relationships between appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They assess the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions.

Students act initiatively and goal-orientedly in diverse operating environments, and they apply working methods appropriately and safely.

Students work according to professional ethics in varied situations, and their functioning enhances group activities.