USC Schedule of Classes

Introduces the fundamentals of mathematical, Newtonian, and robotic analysis applicable to multi-muscle biomechanical systems. Combines physiology with numerical simulations to understand and predict motor function. Recommended preparation: Matlab programming, fundamentals of mechanics, linear algebra.

Introduction to the mechanical properties of the musculoskeletal system. Review of connective tissue and muscle mechanics, arthrology, anatomical design and statics. Laboratory dissections illustrate biomechanical concepts.

Introduces students to the techniques and hardware used to record movement, measure movement-related variables, and analyze those variables to address hypotheses.

Independent review and synthesis of papers appearing in the current literature.

Advanced study of the kinematics of human motion. Emphasis on the inverse dynamics solution to quality forces and moments of force. Lecture, demonstration.

Advanced analysis of systems or structures with dissection. Emphasis on correlations with function.

A seminar course in which students read and discuss classic scientific papers that have shaped the development of the movement sciences over the past 150 years.

Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determnined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Seminar in movement science dealing with the behavioral basis of motor control and learning from an information processing perspective.

A combination of observation, participation (testing/assessments, training) and analysis and interpretation of data. Supervision and guidance from the internship mentor will vary depending on the setting and credit hours. Allows students a progressively increasing amount of responsibility with respect to athlete/subject and/or data involvement.

Introduction of basic principles and models of the primate motor system. Emphasis on arm control.

Introduction of computer programming and implementation of computational models in a laboratory setting.

Examination of selected mechanisms underlying normal movement and pathological movement. Study of methods used to investigate these mechanisms. Doctoral students only.

Research leading to doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.

Credit on acceptance of dissertation.