MUS1053V – Motion Capture
Course description
Course content
Learning outcome
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Describe the musculoskeletal system and biomechanics of the human body
- Reflect on the usage of various motion capture systems for different applications
- Describe the setup of an infrared marker-based motion capture system
Admission to the course
To take the course, you need general university entrance qualification (GSK).
You apply for admission in EVUWeb. The application deadline is 18.08.2026.
The course has a capacity for 50 students. If there are more qualified applicants than there are places, those who apply first will be given priority.
Tuition fees:
Students with a citizenship from a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland must pay the tuition fees, unless they qualify for an exemption. Read about tuition fees and exemptions.
Overlapping courses
- 2.5 credits overlap with MCT4053 – Motion Capture.
Teaching
The teaching will take place in the form of digital components in the period August 24 to October 8. Information about deadlines, resources and assignments is available in Canvas. The teaching material is available in both Norwegian and English.
Canvas - Learning Management System
Mandatory activities
- 5 teaching modules in Canvas must be approved. Each module has a multiple-choice test at the end. The tests must be completed during the time span the course is open
Examination
Grading scale
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