— Skeletal Tissue Mechanics
Overview of the mechanical properties of the various tissues in the musculoskeletal system, the relationship of these properties to anatomic and histologic structure, and the changes in these properties caused by aging and disease. Tissues covered include bone, cartilage and synovial fluid, ligament and tendon.
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Overview of the mechanical properties of the various tissues in the musculoskeletal system, the relationship of these properties to anatomic and histologic structure, and the changes in these properties caused by aging and disease. Tissues covered include bone, cartilage and synovial fluid, ligament and tendon. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 1 hour(s). Cross Listing: BIM 232 . Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 1 hour(s). Cross Listing: BIM 232 . Grade Mode: Letter.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027