Mechanical Engineering
ME 5665: Musculoskeletal Biomechanics
Lecture - 4 credits
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- Using a three-part format, emphasizes the quantitative analysis of human musculoskeletal system statics and dynamics, including, in part I, gait analysis and estimation of the complex loads on human joint systems.
- Investigates how the form of connective tissue and bone is derived from function in part II, including a quantitative analysis of the material properties of bone, ligament, tendon, and cartilage.
- Working in groups in part III, students select and investigate a relevant, current topic in musculoskeletal biomechanics and present their findings to the class.
- Requires prior completion of an undergraduate course in biomechanics (Northeastern's BIOE 2350 or equivalent).
- Permission of instructor required for undergraduate students.
Using a three-part format, emphasizes the quantitative analysis of human musculoskeletal system statics and dynamics, including, in part I, gait analysis and estimation of the complex loads on human joint systems. Show more.