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WAKE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIVISION OF COMPUTER AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES

Course: SGD 166 - 10 weeks

Title: SG Physiology/Kinesis

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Textbook

Title: Anatomy of Movement, Revised Edition

Author: Blandine Calais-Germain

ISBN: 978-0-939616-57-2

Publisher: Eastland Press

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Credit hours: 3

Pre-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None

Description: This course introduces the principles of physiology and kinesiology as they relate to simulation and game development. Topics include analysis of the human form and other living organisms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the physiology and kinesiology concepts related to simulation and game development.

Course Goals:

To apply the physiology and kinesiology concepts of the human form to simulations and game character development

Course Objectives:

Develop understanding of the physical structure of the musculoskeletal system of the human body
Understand the mechanical components of the human form

The Core Values of Wake Technical Community College
Respect	Instructor and students will foster an environment that is respectful of all.
Responsibility	Instructor and students will foster an environment that promotes taking responsibility for one's actions and obligations.
Critical Thinking	Instructor and students will strive to improve the critical thinking skills of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Communication	Instructor and students will strive to ensure that both written and oral communications are clearly understood.
Collaboration	Instructor and students will strive to develop collaborative skills.

Grading Is As Follows:
Exams	50	Tests must be taken on the assigned date, otherwise a grade of zero will be assigned. Any exceptions to this policy must be the result of a documented emergency or prior arrangement with the instructor. Makeup tests may be administered on a day near the end of the course designated by the instructor for that purpose. To take a makeup test, the student must submit a written explanation for missing the scheduled test.
Projects	40
Class Participation	10

Classroom Policies:

Students are responsible for all of the information presented in the Wake Technical Community College Student Handbook.
Please note that computers are to be used at all times for official course purposes. Use of computers for general web surfing, email, chat rooms, etc. is not allowed. Violation of this rule will result in a grade deduction and possible loss of computer privileges.
The college forbids the use of audible electronic equipment (cell phones, pagers, etc.) during instructional time.
If you miss a lecture or arrive late, you are responsible for the material presented, handouts distributed, and any announcements made that day. The instructor will not provide notes for missed classes.

Week	Coursework	Textbook/Assignments
Tentative Schedule Note This schedule is subject to some changes/modifications per Instructor-- This offered as only a study guide. The pace of each class differs according to the instructional needs of the students in the class. Always consult with your instructor. Note** A Final Project may be assigned in lieu of a Final Exam.
1	Introduction	Read: Chapter 1
2	Trunk	Read: Chapter 2
3	Trunk continued	Read: Chapter 2 continued
4	Shoulder	Read: Chapter 3
5	Midterm Exam	Midterm Exam
6	Elbow	Read: Chapter 4
7	Wrist and Hand	Read: Chapter 5
8	Hip and Knee	Read: Chapter 6
9	Ankle and Foot	Read: Chapter 7
10	Final Exam	Final Exam

Disability Support Services is available for students who require academic accommodations due to any physical, psychological, or learning disability. To determine eligibility, contact the office at 108-S Holding Hall or call
662-3405 (TDD 779-0668)