Biomechanics of Human Motion

3 credits · Graduate

This course is designed to provide an advanced understanding of mechanical principles as they apply to the analysis of human movement. Several major directions being taken in the field of Biomechanic research will be covered. This course should provide a solid foundation for students intending to conduct research in Biomechanics. Topics include: kinematics and kinetics of linked systems in two and three dimensions, linear impulse momentum analysis, work- energy analysis, analysis of interactions between linked segments, functional roles of muscles, body segment parameters, data smoothing, modelling and simulation.