University Catalog 2014-2015

University of Colorado Boulder

IPHY-4540 (5) Biomechanics

Applies the principles of physics and physiology to the analysis of human movement. Quantitative analysis of the forces, torques, mechanical energy, power impulses and momentum associated with human movement. Mechanical properties of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. Prereqs., MATH 1300 or 1310 or APPM 1350 and IPHY 2800 or equivalent and IPHY 3410 and 3470. Prerequisites: Restricted to Integrative Physiology (IPHY) or Neuroscience (NRSC) majors only.