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BME 465 Tissue Mechanics

Applications of solid mechanics principles to understand mechanical response of biological tissues to physiological loading. Determination of appropriate mechanical testing methods to simulate physiological loading experienced by biological tissues in situ. Analysis of experimental load and deformation data to determine mechanical properties of biological tissues

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Prerequisites

EGR 322

Cross Listed Courses

BME 565

BME 466 Human Factors Engineering & Ergonomics

Introduction to human factors and ergonomics. Topics may include: work-related musculoskeletal disorders, hand tool design, anthropometry, workplace design, low back biomechanics.

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Prerequisites

PHY 204

Cross Listed Courses

BME 566