EVANTH 537S
Orthopedic Biomechanics and Kinesiology
Daniel O. Schmitt
Description from DukeHub
Seminar discussions and research addressing fundamental theoretical and practical aspects of clinical biomechanics of the human musculoskeletal system. Readings from primary literature will be assessed in class along with proposals for future research. Students will select a research question, develop an appropriate data collection protocol and collect preliminary data, the results of which are presented to the class as part of a formal poster presentation. Recommended prerequisites: Evolutionary Anthropology 101, Physics 141L and 200 or 300-level anatomy course.
Skills
- research methodsAI review: "develop an appropriate data collection protocol and collect preliminary data"
- data and statisticsAI review: "collect preliminary data"
- public speakingAI review: "formal poster presentation"
AI-resilient: 2 of 5
- No: Physical, lab or field work
- Yes: Live work with people · "clinical"
- No: Judgment someone is accountable for
- No: A craft you practice with your hands or body
- Yes: Small, in-person format · seminar, 14 seats per section
The checks lean on Microsoft Research, Working with AI (2025), which found generative AI applies least to physical work and hands-on work with people. A signal, not a promise. How the score works
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