BIO 398 - Principles of Comparative Biomechanics

We will explore organismal form and function by examining some of the basic physical principles that guide structure and how these organisms interact with the environment. We will study the impact of size on biological systems, address the implications of solid and fluid mechanics for organismal design, learn fundamental principles of animal locomotion, and survey biomechanical approaches. Understanding the mechanics of biological organisms can help us gain insight into their behavior, ecology and evolution.

Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Any BIO 200 level course. PHYS 170 or 180 highly recommended.

Credits 4

Notes
From time to time, departments design a new course to be offered either on a one-time basis or an experimental basis before deciding whether to make it a regular part of the curriculum.

New course

Area
Natural Science

Division
Natural Science

Compass Attributes
Natural Science