BNG 240 - Introduction to Bioengineering

Course Units: 1

(Not offered in 2014-15) In this course, students will explore the application of engineering principles and analyses to the study of biological systems and seek to understand the potential benefits and constraints of engineered materials and devices in medical and environmental applications. The course will cover principles of solid mechanics, fluid mechanics and biosignals. Topics include the mechanics of support and locomotion, biofluids, and neuro-muscular signal acquisition and processing. Prerequisite(s): MTH 110 or equivalent and one course in BIO, CHM or PHY that counts towards the major. Corequisite(s): BNG 240L