USNA 239 - The Musculoskeletal Machine

Institution:

Case Western Reserve University

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Description:

This course is intended to explore the function of the musculoskeletal system from an engineering perspective. The coverage will not require a science or engineering background, although some physics background is desirable. Course topics include basic musculoskeletal anatomy, basic concepts of mechanics, mechanics of motion, energetics of motion, mechanics of sport and human-powered motion, animal motion, emulating systems (robotics), mechanisms of injury and disease, rebuilding and repair of the musculoskeletal system. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSNA, FSCC, FSSO, FSSY or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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