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Ph.D. Concentration
in Biomechanics
The doctoral concentration in biomechanics requires the student to focus on a commitment to
research. Emphasis is placed on the study of the mechanics of the human musculo-skeletal
system. Preparation is oriented toward developing research, teaching, and leadership
skills that can be applied in educational, public, and private settings. Approximately
three years of study beyond the master’s program is planned for each student. The
biomechanics concentration is designed with individual differences in mind. Program planning depends
upon the individual’s goals, background, and experience. In addition to courses
offered within the Department of Kinesiology, departments in the Colleges of Engineering,
Human Ecology, Human Medicine, Natural Science, and Osteopathic Medicine offer a wide
variety of courses that fulfill specific needs and interests of students studying
biomechanics.
Course Work
The
requirements for the Ph.D. degree in
kinesiology include a minimum of 60 credits in specified areas of study.
The typical program plan for doctoral degree students in biomechanics
includes some of the following courses. The exact program of study is
specified in an individual
program plan
approved by the student's guidance committee.
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Biomechanics
- minimum 12 credits, with at least 6 credits in KIN courses
 | KIN 830 – Biomechanical Analysis of Physical Activity (3 credits) |
| KIN 831 – Advanced Biomechanics of Physical Activity (3 credits) |
| KIN 990 - Independent Study in
Kinesiology (1-6 credits) |
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Breadth requirement -
minimum of 6 credits of
KIN graduate-level courses
outside of the
student's concentration for students with a prior degree in
kinesiology - or - a minimum of 9 credits of
KIN graduate-level courses
outside of the
student's concentration for students who do not have a prior KIN
degree
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Related area of study -
minimum of 9-12 credits in a related discipline, courses must be
taken outside the Department of Kinesiology and should complement
study in biomechanics.
| Sample related areas of study include
engineering, human ecology,
human medicine, natural science, and osteopathic medicine |
| Consult
the
Academic Programs and
Description of Courses catalogs
for a full listing of academic programs and courses. |
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Research and statistics
- minimum of 9 credits, including the following required courses (or
equivalent courses)
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CEP 930 - Educational Inquiry
(9 credits) |
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CEP 932 - Quantitative
Methods in Educational Research I (3 credits) |
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CEP 933 - Quantitative
Methods in Educational Research II (3 credits) or a
900-level course in advanced qualitative methods
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KIN 995 - Research Practicum
in Kinesiology (1-3 credits) |
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KIN 895 - Research Ethics (1
credit) or equivalent course or experience |
Capstone Experiences
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Ph.D. Research Practicum.
The KIN research practicum consists of
completion of KIN 995 Research Practicum (1-3 credits) and
presentation of the results at a departmental seminar within the
first two years or 36 credit hours of study (whichever occurs later)
of the doctoral program.
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Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination. The KIN doctoral comprehensive
examination has two components, written and oral. Students are
eligible to take the examination after completion of at least 80% of
prescribed course work listed on the student's program plan.
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Doctoral Dissertation.
The culminating scholarly experience for KIN doctoral students is a
publishable research study completed as part of KIN 999 Doctoral
Dissertation Research (24 credits). |
Expectations
The majority of KIN doctoral students
prepare for careers in higher education; therefore, it is important that
they acquire sufficient expertise and experience in research, teaching,
and service to prepare for successful careers in the academy.
Departmental expectations related to that goal are described in
Expectations of
Ph.D. Students, and related learning experiences are described in
Professional
Development Opportunities. These expectations are individualized for
students during advising and guidance committee meetings.
Related Web Sites
Admissions
Jo Ann
Janes
Graduate Studies Secretary
3 IM Sports
Circle
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
48824-1049
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Phone: (517) 355-4736
Fax: (517) 355-1689
Email: kingrad@msu.edu |
Contact Information
Contact the following faculty member
about the concentration in biomechanics. Click on the name
for the faculty member's bio. Click on an email address to send a
message.
Dr. Eugene Brown
Department of Kinesiology
204 IM Sports Circle
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824
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Telephone: (517) 353-6491
Fax: (517) 353-5383
E-mail: ewbrown@msu.edu |
Dr. V. Dianne Ulibarri
Department of Kinesiology
101 IM Sports Circle
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824
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Telephone: (517) 355-4733
Fax: (517) 353-2944
E-mail:
ulibarri@msu.edu |
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