Subject description

Anatomy and function of the hip, knee and spinal joints; total joint replacement/implants; mechanisms of implant failure and implant design considerations; gait analysis and kinematics; viscoelasticity; anisotropy; mechanical vs material properties.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators
Lecturers

Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2 hr lecture & 2 hr practical per week

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Identify and analyze the kinematics and dynamics of various motions of the human body.
2.
Develop understanding of the musculoskeletal mechanical and material properties.
3.
Identify the viscoelastic and anisotropic behaviour of musculoskeletal system for joint implants and replacements, and its relation with the joint anatomy.

Assessment details

Lab experiments & reports
Assignment
Mid-session quiz
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

Biomechanics and Motor Control of Human Movement by David Winter http://au.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0470398183.html

Contact details

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