BE 202 - Biomechanics

Institution:

Catholic University of America

Subject:

Biomedical Engineering

Description:

Mechanics of deformable bodies. Mechanical properties of biomaterials, bone, ligaments, and muscle. Uniaxial tension, compression, bending, and torsion applied to orthopedic biomechanics. Rigid body planar kinematics and dynamics, finite element techniques with applications to the biomechanics of walking, running, cycling, and other athletic activities. Formerly offered as 265. Prerequisite: ENGR 201.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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