ECE5804

Biomechanics

(ENG)

Not offered in 2000

T I H Brown

6 points + 39 hours of lectures and practical work + Irregular availability + Clayton

Synopsis: Biomechanical properties of bone, cartilage, muscle ligaments, tendons and human joints. Introduction to biomechanics (kinesiology) - statics, kinematics, dynamics. Intersegment load actions in the body. Human joint movements. Muscle and tissue mechanics. Introduction to gait. Human joint fluids, lubrication and wear. Internal and external prostheses and orthoses.

Assessment: Assignment and continuous assessment: 100%