Course info

The course provides an overview of musculoskeletal anatomy and the mechanical properties and structural behavior of biological tissues (bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles). Specific course topics will include: structure and function relationships in biological tissues; application of stress and strain analysis to biological tissues; analysis of forces in human function and movement; application of engineering orthotics and prostheses to enhance or restore impaired function in human movement; knowledge and application of systematic review in biomechanics research; utilization of high-end laboratory equipment for quantifying human motion and biomechanical evaluation; and performing statistical approaches for data analysis.

Course Outcomes

The purpose of EME442 is to introduce students to the concepts of mechanics as they apply to human movement. As a result of this course, students will be able to learn and understand the mechanical and anatomical principles that govern human motion as well as develop the ability to link the structure of the human body with its function from a mechanical engineering perspective.

By the end of the course, students should

• be able to solve human movement and musculoskeletal problems using biomechanical principles
• be willing to pursue advanced studies (postgraduates) in the biomechanics research area.