BME 3003 Musculoskeletal Biomechanics

This course provides an introduction to fundamental approaches used to analyze human movement from a mechanical perspective, including forward and inverse dynamics, and also examines the properties of various musculoskeletal tissues (e.g. muscle, bone cartilage). Students study the basic principles of two-and-three-dimensional kinematics, kinetics, electromyography, and musculoskeletal structure and function. Students also apply these concepts to quantitative movement analysis, with an emphasis on the mechanics of typical and pathologic gait. This course relies on a blend of traditional instruction and experiential learning techniques. Prerequisites: ES 223 and "C" or better in BME 2013

Credits

3

Lab Hours

0

Lecture Hours

3

Prerequisite

ES 223 and "C" or better in BME 2013