Introduction to Biomechanics

This subject is not offered in 2014.

170 hours

AND either

OR both of the following subjects -

COMP20005 Engineering Computation and MAST20029 may be taken concurrently.

None

None

BMEN30005 Biomechanics and Biotransport

For the purposes of considering applications for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005) and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, this subject requires all students to actively and safely participate in laboratory activities. Students who feel their disability may impact upon their participation are encouraged to discuss this with the Subject Coordinator and the Disability Liaison Unit. http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/

AIMS

This subject provides an introduction to the biomechanics of human movement.

At the completion of the subject, students will be able to -

• Understand the basic concepts of mechanics and appreciate the ways in which they can be applied to the study of musculoskeletal biomechanics
• Describe some of the common experimental methods used to study human motion biomechanics
• Describe and be able to apply some of the theoretical methods used to analyse human movement

INDICATIVE CONTENT

Topics covered include kinematics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies; kinematic measurement techniques; processing of kinematic measurements; anthropometric properties of body parts; force and moment of force; equations of motion; force and strain requirements in biomechanics; work, energy and power in human motion.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)

Having completed this subject the student is expected to be able to:

1. Understand the basic concepts of mechanics and appreciate the ways in which they can be applied to the study of human movement;
2. Understand some of the common experimental methods used in human movement studies;
3. Apply some of the theoretical methods used to analyse human movement.

• One hour written test mid semester (10%;
• Three assignments throughout the semester (10% each)
• One written examination of two hours duration at the end of semester (60%)

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1to 3 are assessed in the final written examination, the mid-semester test, and submitted assignments.

Abernethy B et al. Biophysical Foundations of Human Movement. Human Kinetics.

This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Music

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

On completing this subject, students should have developed -

• The ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
• The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
• The ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
• Proficiency in engineering design
• The ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large
• A capacity for creativity and innovation
• The ability to function effectively as an indvidual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member
• A capacity for lifelong learning and professional development