Computational Biomechanics (BMEN90022)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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AIMS and INDICATIVE CONTENT

In this subject students should gain an understanding of the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, and sensory systems of the human body.

Students should also be able to formulate simple, integrative models of the human neuromusculoskeletal system; and to use computational models of the human body to analyse muscle function during activities like standing, walking, running and jumping.

Intended learning outcomes

Having completed this subject, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the various elements comprising a computational model of the human neuromusculoskeletal system
  • Formulate and solve differential equations that govern the motion of rigid-body (link-segmental) dynamical systems
  • Describe the mechanical properties of various soft tissues, especially muscle, ligament and tendon
  • Formulate and solve differential equations that incorporate the major physiological properties of muscle, ligament and tendon
  • Formulate simple, integrative models of the human neuromusculoskeletal system
  • Use computational models of the human body to study muscle function during movement.

Generic skills

  • Ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals.
  • Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution.
  • Ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large.
  • Capacity for creativity and innovation.
  • Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member.

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

One of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MCEN90038 Dynamics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
BMEN90038 Biomechanics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

MCEN40006 Computational Biomechanics

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Three assignments distributed throughout the semester; students will have 3 weeks to complete each homework assignment

  • 45 hours (of work required)
Throughout the teaching period30%

Computational Project - students will have three weeks to complete this project.

  • 15 hours
Mid semester15%

One exam

  • 3 hours
End of semester55%

Additional details

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1-6 are assessed in the final written examination, the mid-semester test, and submitted assignments.

Last updated: 4 March 2025

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorMarcus Pandy
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours48 hours
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period28 July 2025 to 26 October 2025
    Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025
    Census date 1 September 2025
    Last date to withdraw without fail26 September 2025
    Assessment period ends21 November 2025

    Semester 2 contact information

    Email: pandym@unimelb.edu.au

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Last updated: 4 March 2025

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

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    Specialisation (formal)Biomedical
  • Available through the Community Access Program

    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

    This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.

    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

    Additional information for this subject

    Subject coordinator approval required

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 4 March 2025