Biography:

Dr Erasmus has been lecturing full time at the University of Zululand since 2017. He integrates his experience as biokineticist in the private sector (14 years) and sport coach (24 years) into his teaching philosophy to show students the relevance of theoretical knowledge in practical job-related situations. He holds a PhD, MSc, Hons. BSc and BSc degree from the University of North West (formerly PU for CHE). His research interests are in the field of developing sport talent, while correcting biomechanical deficiencies and preventing injuries, as well as method to advance further education in sport and exercised related professions.

He thus creates a conducive environment to apply his Teaching philosophy through: practical demonstrations, case study scenarios and work integrated learning. He strives to develop a global competent graduates: “our students should be informed of current local and international trends in the medical and physical education field so that they can develop into entrepreneurs who can adapt to the South African environment as well as the “digital world”.

Lecture ‘s  the following modules:
Undergraduate:
Kinesiology and Biomechanics, Measurement and Evaluation, Sport Injuries, Laboratory Technology
Post-graduate:
Biomechanics and Human Motor Behaviour, Professional Internship

Qualifications:
PhD (North West University, Potchefstroom), MSc (PU for CHE, Potchefstroom),  BSc (PU for CHE)
Hons BSc (PU for CHE) , BSc (Pu for CHE),  Coaching Science Diploma (Leipzig University, Germany)

Professional membership:

• HPCSA
• Coaching and Education Commission Judo SA