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KIN 326Forensic Biomechanics

Units
0.50
Faculty
Health
Subject
Kinesiology

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course introduces students to the core concepts of biomechanics as they are used in the context of litigated cases involving personal injury, motor vehicle collisions, and product failure. The focus will be on synthesizing published literature and effective communication, enabling students to convey technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.

Prerequisites

  • Must have completed the following:
    • KIN221 - Advanced Biomechanics of Human Movement (0.50)
    • KIN221L - Advanced Biomechanics of Human Movement Laboratory (0.25)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

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  • This course was purely essay writing. I enjoyed it because it was different from physiology/KIN-based courses. Dr. Parkinson was great because he introduced engineering concepts and incorporated biomechanics.
    If you love writing, this is the course for you. Major course components include a 15% case study proposal, 35% Expert Report, 35% Take Home Assignment

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