Orthopaedic Biomechanics

3 credits

Musculoskeletal anatomy. Static and dynamic analysis of the musculoskeletal system. Gait. Musculoskeletal tissue mechanics. Biomaterials. Advanced study of relevant problems in orthopaedics, including joint replacement, fracture fixation, and spinal disorders. Credit will only be granted for one of MECH_V 435 or MECH_V 535. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.