Overview

Mechanics is the study of motion and the forces that cause motion. Biology is the study of living organisms. Biomechanics is, therefore, about using mechanics for understanding the motion of living things and the forces that cause them. Such an understanding is vital for a wide range of biomedical applications … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Mahmoud Mostafavi

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Mahmoud Mostafavi

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Apply the knowledge of stress-strain relations to calculate the mechanical properties of biomaterials for biomedical applications.

2.

Evaluate biomechanical problems and formulate solutions by applying modelling tools and analytical methodologies such as finite element analysis.

3.

Appreciate the role of mechanical behaviour of cells, tissues and organs in the biological processes of the human body.

4.

Justify through presentations, the mechanical basis of designs of biomedical devices to a wide audience.

5.

Function as an effective team member by participating in all group activities and conducting regular self- and peer-assessment of individual and team performance.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning
Active learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 40%

Final assessment: 60%

This unit contains threshold hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment

1 - Mid-semester tests
2 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Practical activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Recommended resources

Availability in areas of study

E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Biomedical engineering