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Computational Applied Biomathematics

Key information

  • Module code:

    5CCYB080

  • Level:

    5

  • Semester:

      Autumn

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

The aim of this course is to show how to convert an engineering problem into a mathematics formulation and model engineering questions. This will be done with examples from engineering: solid mechanics, dynamics and kinematic with applications to biomedical models.

Assessment details

Written exam  70%
Coursework 30%


Semester 1-only Study abroad students will be set an alternative assessment to the January exam

Learning outcomes

  • To identify principles and suggest models for typical bioengineering problems.
  • To demonstrate broad understanding of the meaning of stress and strain and general conservation laws.
  • To undertake investigative strategies in solving analytically spring mass and pendulum problems.
  • To demonstrate broad understanding of the relationship between normal and shear stress.
  • To be able to derive the equations governing the displacement of an elastic beam.
  • To know, understand and be able to apply the equations of linear elasticity.

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