Biomedical Engineering in Sports Medicine (ELEC7903)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
3 Practical or Laboratory hours
Prerequisite
(ELEC4403 or ELEC7403) + (ELEC4601 or ELEC7606)
Assessment methods
Assignment, Case Studies, Examination
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.
Course description
(Offered on an occasional basis.) This course will explore the biomechanical principles of injury and disease in common musculoskeletal disorders. It will also focus on current issues in performance enhancement in sport as it relates to biomedical imaging and instrumentation. Underlying theory of measurement and technical implementation of diagnostic tests and performance aids will be studied. Presentations by relevant industry guests and case studies will form additional component to the learning plan.