BEGR 3614 - Biomechanics I

Principles of kinematics and kinetics of human musculoskeletal systems. Coordinate systems and transformation, 3D Cardan joint angles, joint moment computations based on Newton-Euler equations. Biomechanical analysis using experimental data. Historical overview of biomechanics, exercise biomechanics, and physiology. Neuromuscular motor control with regard to human movement. Class 4. Prerequisite(s): MEGR 2013 and COSC 1303. Corequisite(s): MEGR 2023