BE 528 Rehabilitation Engineering
This course explores the principles and practices of rehabilitation engineering and the role of engineers in the delivery of health care to disabled individuals. Discussions of approaches to diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving motor function will be included as will an analysis of the design of devices and systems to aid the disabled. Disabilities as a result of stroke, spinal cord disorders, cerebral palsy and Parkinson's disease will be discussed. Examples of technologies examined include devices aiding mobility, limb prosthetics, robotic aids, functional electrical stimulation, and interfaces to microcomputers.
Cross Listed Courses
BE 428 & BE 528