BME 165 - Applied Engineering Biomechanics

3 unit(s)
Exploration of structural biomechanics applied to the human body. Students compare linear and nonlinear elastic, and viscoelastic models for describing the behavior of musculoskeletal tissues and implants. Concepts include bone remodeling, osteoarthritis, implant failure, muscle contraction, and cardiac mechanics.

Prerequisite(s): BME 65, BME 68, BME 130, and MATH 33A/33LA.
Grading: Letter Graded

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