LKF- INGLÉS II Prof. Andrea Rodeghiero
MOCK EXAM
What is Biomechanics?
If you are interested in Kinesiology, you must have read about biomechanics. As a fast-growing sub-discipline of the kinesiology
field with much to offer society, biomechanics is defined as the application of mechanical principles in the study of movement
for all living organisms. In other words, biomechanics is the science that is concerned with analyzing how and why bodies move
in the way that they1 do.
About the Study of Biomechanics
Classified as both a basic and applied science, biomechanics integrates the laws of physics with the working concepts of
engineering to describe the internal and external forces acting on the body as well as the effects created with these forces2.
Although biomechanics is more focused on the mechanical principles of body systems, there are many times when physiological
functions and biochemical tissues are taken into consideration when discussing motion. Studies in biomechanics often will
address a broad range of topics, including the mechanical function of muscles, connective tissues, cartilage, skin, nerves, joints,
bones, and even internal organs. Biomechanics is becoming an increasingly important area of scientific study for addressing
problems related to human health and performance. Biomechanics research is often applied by physical education teachers,
physical therapists, physicians, personal trainers, and coaches.
Types of Biomechanics Careers Available
Biomechanists are highly trained scientists that can find employment in various different fields of application, including biology,
exercise science, sports science, health sciences, ergonomics, human factors psychology, and biomedical engineering. Most
professionals in the biomechanics field are involved working in laboratories to conduct essential kinesiology studies on
locomotion patterns, osteoporosis, mobility impairment, microgravity, transitional changes, injury reduction, sport performance,
occupational health, and more. Therefore, biomechanists can be found working in gait analysis research labs, creating designs in
sports companies, completing work related to flexibility testing, designing man-machine interfaces, or testing athletes.
How to Prepare for a Job in Biomechanics
To begin on the academic journey towards becoming a biomechanist, it is recommended that undergraduate students obtain a
bachelor’s degree in kinesiology to take introductory courses related to physics, human anatomy, physiology, functional
anatomy, engineering, and exercise science. Gaining more specialized experience requires you to pursue a graduate degree at
one of the universities that offer specializations in biomechanics. Earning a master’s degree will provide the background needed
to work as junior researchers or laboratory technicians in biomechanics, but the majority of biomechanists decide to pursue a
Ph.D degree to unlock more senior responsibilities in research.
1. Complete las siguientes oraciones con información del texto. Resalte en el mismo las líneas que justifican su respuesta :
a. Se define a la biomecánica como ___________________________________________________________
b. Los principios mecánicos no son los únicos que se tienen en cuenta en el análisis del movimiento, sino también
________________________________________________________________________________________
c. Algunas áreas de trabajo en las que se puede desempeñar un especialista en biomecánica son
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
d. Sin obtener un estudio de maestría en el área de biomecánica, es difícil
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
2. Busque los antecedentes de las siguientes expresiones :
a. THEY
b. THESE FORCES
3. Indique el núcleo de las frases nominales y traduzca :
a. the science that is concerned with analyzing how and why bodies move in the way that they do.
