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Johns Hopkins University | EN.530.446

Experimental Methods in Biomechanics

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(3.79)

An introduction to experimental methods used in biomedical research. Standard experimental techniques will be applied to biological tissues, where applicable and novel techniques will be introduced. Topics include strain gauges, extensometers, load transducers, optical kinematic tracking, digital image correlation, proper experimental design, calibration and error analysis. Of particular emphasis will be maintaining native tissue temperature and hydration. Laboratory will include “hands- on” testing.

Fall 2012

(4.37)

Fall 2014

(3.2)

Fall 2012

Professor: Stephen Belkoff

(4.37)

The best parts of this course were the field trips, labs, and learning practical aspects of biomechanics. The professor was a good teacher, very approachable and down to earth. Students said the negative aspects were that the course did not cover enough material and was poorly structured. Students suggested reviewing the relevant material better before the labs. Overall, students said this was a fun class and they learned some useful information on biomechanics.

Fall 2014

Professor: Stephen Belkoff

(3.2)

Students believed that the most beneficial aspects of this course were the lab activities and field trips. Students thought the least favorable aspect of the class was the way that lectures lacked focus and seemed disconnected from class to class. Students also found that lecture could have been more effectively connected to homework and labs as wel . Students thought the course could be improved with more information being added to the PowerPoint slides and notes provided for lectures. Students thought it was valuable for people considering taking this class to know that the course provides a solid introduction to the subject matter and requires a light workload.