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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
BME2054 Biomechanics Spring
Fall
3 0 3 7
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HAKAN SOLMAZ
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HAKAN SOLMAZ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is;
Introduction to the application of mechanical engineering principles to biological materials and systems such as ligaments, tendons, bones, muscles and joints, to demonstrate quantitative and qualitative definitions of the effect of skeletal muscles in relation to human movement, Introduction to engineering analysis of solid bodies, hard and soft tissues, beams, bones in equilibrium

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Knows the basic laws of mechanics
2. Learns the concepts of stress and strain in the context of biological tissues.
3. Knows the static and dynamic fundamentals of biomechanics
4. Understands the mechanical properties of bone and muscle tissues.
5. Apply engineering approaches and mechanical principles to solve real problems of the human body.
6. Understands the application of fluid dynamics principles to the blood circulation.

Course Content

Introduction to biomechanics, static, kinematics, kinetics, impulse and momentum, linear and angular motion, body mechanics, stress and strain, soft tissue and mechanical properties of bone.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Biomechanics and History of Biomechanics None
2) Linear and Angular Kinematics None
3) Linear Motions, Work, Energy and Power None
4) Fundamentals of Mechanics and Qualitative Analysis None
5) Anatomical Definitions and Muscle Structures None
6) Muscle Movements and Skeletal-Muscular System None
7) Bone Physiology and Bone Fractures None
8) Midterm 1 None
9) Structure and Mechanical Properties of Joints None
10) Mechanics of the Cardiovascular System None
11) Fluid Mechanics None
12) Midterm 2 None
13) Human Motion Analysis None
14) Human Motion Analysis None

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture Notes and Assignments
References: Duane Knudson, "Fundamentals of Biomechanics", 2nd Edition

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Application 14 2 28
Presentations / Seminar 1 4 4
Project 1 4 4
Homework Assignments 1 4 4
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 72

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.). 2
2) They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field. 2
3) They are aware of national and international values in performing arts. 2
4) Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 1
5) They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field. 3
6) Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal. 3
7) They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field. 2
8) They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods. 3
9) They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods. 1
10) They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field. 1
11) By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 3
12) They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art. 2
13) Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field. 3
14) Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater. 2
15) They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field. 3