Subject description
The principles of mechanics and the special circumstances associated with applying these principles to biological systems, and static and dynamic human activities will be studied. Other topics are introduction to linear elasticity, stresses and strains specific to direct and torsional loading (e.g. in biological organ systems), material constitutive relationships (including … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment rules
Pre-Requisite
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
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Teaching staff
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Engagement hours
Contact Hours:2 hrs lecture & 2 hrs tutorial per week
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Apply fundamental knowledge of biomechanics to the development of living and prosthetic structures
2.
Analytically analyze the static and dynamic parameters of neuromusculoskeletal systems undergoing different motions and forces
3.
Apply theories of failure to understand failure mechanisms in living organisms
Assessment details
Assignments
Practical
Mid-session exam
Final exam
Work integrated learning
Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.
Textbook information
Standard Handbook of Biomedical Engineering and Design
http://accessengineeringlibrary.com/browse/standard-handbook-of-biomedical-engineering-and-design
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