Anthropometry and Body Image

Course aim

Compare and evaluate different methods of assessing body composition with a particular focus on surface measurements widely used in the spheres of public health and sport.

Course content

Theoretical components: a comparison of methods of assessing body composition; quantifying measurement error using technical error of measurement; somatotyping; scaling body size to permit comparisons between individuals; the application of anthropometry to sport; the relationship between anthropometric variables and physical and psychological health. Practical components: location of measurement sites; measurement of skinfolds, girths, limb lengths and bone breadths; calibration and care of equipment; introduction to various instruments for assessing body image; issues associated with anthropometric measurement.

Textbook(s)

Norton, K.I. and Olds, T.S 1996, Anthropometrica, UNSW Press, Sydney

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
HLTH 2025	Biomechanics of Human Movement

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST (INTENSIVE)
Lecture	6 hours x 2 weeks
Practical	12 hours x 2 weeks
Workshop	6 hours x 1 week

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Practical examination, Workbook, Written examination

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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