Biomechanics

Course	T-561-LIFF
Semester	20243
ETCS	6
Core	No

Year	1. year
Semester	Fall 2024
Level of course	First cycle - Advanced / Second cycle - Introductory
Type of course	Elective
Prerequisites	T-102-EDL1, Physics I T-106-BURD, Statics and Mechanics of Materials
Schedule	Taught every day for 3 weeks.
Lecturer	Magnús Kjartan Gíslason
Content
The fundamentals of biomechanics are introduced and how movement and muscle forces influence loading on the various joints of the body. Calculations of joints moments and joint forces will be carried out in both statically determined  and statically undetermined systems. During the course, measurements on human movement in 3D space will be discussed. Gait analysis will be covered as well as a biomechanical analysis of various joints of the body such as the knee, hip, spine, shoulder and wrist. Finally topics regarding how diseases such as osteoporosis, arthritis and other degenerative conditions affect human biomechanics will be discussed.
Learning outcome - Objectives
Knowledge: At the end of the course, the student will have knowledge on  •    Major muscles and muscle groups of the body  •    Basic calculations on joint loads •    Calculations and prerequisites for calculating muscle forces •    Joint forces and their influence on the skeletal frame.  •    Measurements on movements using both 2D and 3D cameras •    Calculate the angles that are generated in joints during movements •    Gait cycle Skills: At the end of the course, the student will have skills in:  •    Quantifying movement parameters •    To design measurements involving human movement and interpret the results •    To be able to identify what distinguishes a good movement from a bad one with regards to loading on the body Competence: At the end of the course, the student will gain competence on:  •    Evaluating human movements  •    Assess and quantify the load acting on the human body during movements
Course assessment
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Teaching and learning activities
Language of instruction	Icelandic