Module Details

Module Code: BIOE6007
Title: Introductory Biomechanics
Long Title: Introductory Biomechanics
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5212 - Biomedical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the student to the fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics applied in the field of Biomedical and Sports Engineering. Force Systems, Stress/Strain and Kinematics of Human Movement are introduced.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Formulate a basic engineering problem in simple mathematical notation
LO2 Apply a routine solution techniques for well-defined engineering problems involving stress and strain in materials.
LO3 Apply equations of Motion to solve well-defined sports related problems in Unaxial and Biaxial Motion
LO4 Present engineering data and calculated solutions to defined problems in an appropriate form
LO5 Perform laboratory experiments as part of a group and verify fundamental engineering principles, record measurements, process experimental data and present the results in appropriate form.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Units
SI Units, orders of magnitude. Definition of vector and scalar quantities.
Force Vector
Definition of Force, Force systems, External and Internal Forces, Normal and Tangential Forces, Tensile and Compressive Forces, Coplanar Forces, Collinear Forces, Concurrent Forces, Gravitational Forces, Distributed Force Systems and Pressure, Frictional Forces.
Moment and Torque
Definitions of Moment and Torque Vectors, Magnitude and Direction of Moments, Resultant Moment, The Couple and Couple-Moment, Translation of Forces, Moment as a Vector Product.
Statics: Analyses of Systems in Equilibrium
Newton’s Laws of Mechanics, Conditions for Equilibrium, Constraints and Reactions, Simply Supported Structures, Cable-Pulley Systems and Traction Devices, Built-in Structures, Systems Involving Friction, Centre of Gravity Determinations.
Application of Statics to Human Biomechanics
Mechanics of the Elbow, Shoulder, Spinal Column, Hip, Knee, Ankle.
Stress and Strain
Basic Loading Configurations, Uniaxial Tension Test, Load-Elongation Diagrams, Simple stress, Simple Strain, Stress-Strain Diagrams, Elastic Deformations, Hookes Law.
Tissue Biomechanics
Direct, shear bending and torque actions, and the corresponding stresses and strains in biological tissues. Stress relaxation and creep, stability and instability. Biomechanical characterisation of bone and the soft connective tissue (Skin, muscle, tendon, ligaments, etc.) covering structure, function and physiological factors. Clinical applications in the design of incisions, scar therapy and wound healing
Bending Stresses
Introduction to simple bending theory, Application of Classical Flexural formula, Neutral axis, Section Modulus, Second moment of Area
Torsion of Circular shafts and bones
Introduction to simple Torsion theory, Application of classical formula, Torsional ridigity, Section Modulus, Torsion of thin walled tubes, torsion of Bones.
Introduction to Dynamics
Dynamics, Kinematics and Kinetics, Linear and Angular Motions, Distance and Displacement, Speed and Velocity, Acceleration, Inertia and Momentum.
Linear Kinematics of Human Movement
Unixial Motion: Position, Displacement, Velocity, Acceleration, Measured and Derived Quantities, Unaxial Motion with Constant Acceleration Biaxial Motion: Position, Displacement, Velocity, Acceleration, Biaxial Motion with Constant Acceleration, Projectile Motion, Applications to Athletics.
Practical Programme:
Student to complete Safety Lecture and five laboratory practicals from the following: 1. The tensile test / Young’s Modulus 2. Shear stress/ modulus of Rigidity 3. Equilibrium of co planar forces / Forces board. 4. Moments bar 5. Acceleration due to gravity by free-fall method 6. Coefficient of friction.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Open-book Examination % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
In-class closed book written assessment. Topics include Statics: Analyses of Systems in Equilibrium.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Assessment Description
Mechanics Laboratory
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact In-class tuition Every Week 4.00 4
Lab Contact Practical based learning Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed learning Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact In class tuition Every Week 4.00 4
Lab Contact Practical based learning Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed learning Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Springer-Verlag. (1999), Fundamentals of Biomechanics, 2nd ed. Springer-Verlag.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Meriam & Kraige. (2013), Engineering Mechanics Statics, 7. wiley, [ISBN: 978111816499].
  • Meriam & Kraige. (2013), Engineering Mechanics Dynamics, 7. Wiley, [ISBN: 9781118083451].
  • Susan Hall,. Basic Biomechanics, 3rd ed. [ISBN: 0073376442].
  • John Hannah, M. J. Hillier. (1999), Mechanical engineering science, 3rd ed. Longman, Harlow, England, [ISBN: 0582326753].
  • by John Hannah and M. J. Hillier. (1996), Applied mechanics, Longman, London, [ISBN: 0582256321].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EBIOM_8 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering 1 Mandatory