BMEN 3300 - Biomechanics

Institution:

Tulane University of Louisiana

Subject:

Biomedical Engineering

Description:

Dr. Anderson; Dr. Murfee. Pre-requisite: ENGP 2430, BMEN 2600. This course introduces students to the various interdisciplinary fields in biomechanics - such as orthopaedic biomechanics, biofluid mechanics, soft tissue mechanics, and the biomechanics of human movement. Specific topics include: kinematics and energy/power during human activity; dynamics of human movement; the analysis of forces and stresses/strains in biological structures under loading; constitutive models for biological materials; and the relationship between structure and function in tissues and organs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tulane.edu

Phone Number:

(504) 865-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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