— Biomechanics & Ergonomics

Prerequisites & course information

Course Description: Anatomical, physiological, and biomechanical bases of physical ergonomics. Human motor capabilities, body mechanics, kinematics and anthropometry. Use of bioinstrumentation, industrial surveillance techniques and the NIOSH lifting guide. Cumulative trauma disorders. Static and dynamic biomechanical modeling. Emphasis on low back, shoulder and hand/wrist biomechanics. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 3 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Limited enrollment. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE); Quantitative Literacy (QL); Scientific Literacy (SL); Visual Literacy (VL); Writing Experience (WE). Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 3 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Limited enrollment. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE); Quantitative Literacy (QL); Scientific Literacy (SL); Visual Literacy (VL); Writing Experience (WE).