Syllabus

Climbing biomechanics - Understanding performance and routesetting

Code
GIH3C3
Points
15 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Health and Welfare
Subject field
Sport and Health Science (IDA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Sport and Health Science1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1N
Approved
Approved, 17 June 2024.
This syllabus is valid from 17 June 2024.
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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will, at a basic level, be able to:

  • apply relevant biomechanical principles that enable and limit climbing-specific movements.
  • analyze and provide feedback on technical skills based on biomechanical principles.
  • design climbing routes/problems focused on the development of specific movement skills.
  • explain and apply training methods that promote movement optimisation.

Course Content

This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of applied biomechanics and its practical application in climbing training. Skills in routesetting will be developed as a facilitative tool to understand and target specific technical skills.

During the course, sessions including climbing, routesetting, video analyses, case studies and discussions will be integrated to ensure students can apply biomechanical principles in coaching practice. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing technique, movement efficiency and injury prevention strategies in climbing.

Assessment

  • Individual written assignment.
  • Individual or group project work - Demonstration of practical competence and documented portfolio. This can be undertaken at any suitable accessible location.

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–G.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Project work (individual or group) - 10 Credits | U–G
  • Written assignment (individual) - 5 Credits | U–G

Entry Requirements

  • General entry requirements

Other Information

The course is offered in collaboration with the Swedish Climbing Federation.

 

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.