Biomechanics of Human Movement

3 credits · Graduate Programs

Introduction to the measuring methods (accelerometry, goniometry, film and film analysis, video systems) of biomechanical analysis of human movement (force and force distribution). Description of the mechanical properties of bone, tendon, ligaments, cartilage, muscles, and soft tissues. The relation between structure and function of biomaterials. Introduction in descriptive analysis of human movement. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Faculty. Antirequisite(s): Credit for more than one of Medical Science 685, Mechanical Engineering 685 and Kinesiology 685 is not allowed.