Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: MODELING TISSUE MECHANICS

Department: *Mech Eng & Materials Science*

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 3

Description: Independent study and seminar course which focuses on modeling the mechanical properties of biological tissues. Data from experiments will be used to refine the predictions of nonlinear mathematical computer models. Aimed at juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Laboratory work performed at Baylor College of Medicine, computer work at Rice University.