Course Description
Reading and discussion of current topics of investigation in the structure, function, and motion of the mechanical aspects of biological systems, at any level from whole organisms to organs, cells, and cell organelles.
Athena Title
Seminar in Biomechanics
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to describe theories, measurement tools, and outcomes relevant to the seminar topic.
- Students will be able to evaluate and critique the strengths and weaknesses of published research articles.
- Students will be able to develop independent research papers relevant to the seminar topic.
Topical Outline
- Kinetic and kinematic concepts
- Linear motion
- Linear kinetics
- Movement analysis
- Angular motion
- Angular kinetics
- Work, power, and energy
