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Postgraduate Diploma in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation. 8 modules covering ISB Recommendations on joint coordinate systems (Wu et al., 2002 and 2005), C3D format for biomechanical data and OpenSim. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Apply rigid body mechanics to body segments.

02

Process ground reaction forces and plantar pressures.

03

Calculate joint moments and powers using inverse dynamics.

04

Build and scale musculoskeletal models.

05

Estimate muscle forces using static optimisation.

06

Interpret results in clinical and sports applications.

07

Evaluate emerging methods based on inertial sensors and machine learning.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Biomechanical engineer looking to specialise in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation.
  • Movement analysis researcher looking to specialise in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation.
  • Musculoskeletal modelling specialist looking to specialise in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation.
  • Gait laboratory technician looking to specialise in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation.
  • Sports biomechanics engineer looking to specialise in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation.
  • Rehabilitation engineer looking to specialise in Inverse Dynamics and Joint Force Estimation.
  • Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter hospitals and rehabilitation.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISB Recommendations on joint coordinate systems (Wu et al., 2002 and 2005)
  • C3D format for biomechanical data
  • ISO 7250-1 (basic anthropometric measurements)
  • ISO 15535 (anthropometric databases)
  • Declaration of Helsinki (research involving human subjects)
  • Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Reference systems and transformations
  2. 1.2Newton-Euler equations
  3. 1.3Inertia tensor
  4. 1.4Segmental inertial parameters
  5. 1.5Dempster and Leva anthropometric tables
  6. 1.6Open kinematic chains
  7. 1.7Joint degrees of freedom
  8. 1.8ISB notation and conventions
  9. 1.9Propagation of errors
  10. 1.10Practical: calculating the inertial parameters of a subject
  1. 2.1Force platforms and calibration
  2. 2.2Centre of pressure
  3. 2.3Ground reaction forces in gait and jumping
  4. 2.4Instrumented insoles
  5. 2.5Synchronisation with motion capture
  6. 2.6Filtering force signals
  7. 2.7Detection of contact events
  8. 2.8Forces in cycling and rowing
  9. 2.9Variability between trials
  10. 2.10Laboratory: data acquisition on a force platform
  1. 3.1Segment-by-segment method
  2. 3.2Joint moments and net forces
  3. 3.3Joint power and work
  4. 3.4Lagrangian formulation
  5. 3.5Errors from joint centre location
  6. 3.6Filtering and differentiation of kinematics
  7. 3.7Inverse dynamics in 3D
  8. 3.8Influence of the foot model
  9. 3.9Analysis of pathological gait
  10. 3.10Workshop: knee moments in gait
  1. 4.1Hill models of the muscle-tendon unit
  2. 4.2Muscle architecture and moment arm
  3. 4.3OpenSim and AnyBody software
  4. 4.4Scaling of generic models
  5. 4.5Inverse kinematics in OpenSim
  6. 4.6Residual reserve and residual actuators
  7. 4.7Ligament models
  8. 4.8Validation with EMG
  9. 4.9Limitations of models
  10. 4.10Practical: scaling a model in OpenSim
  1. 5.1The muscle redundancy problem
  2. 5.2Static optimisation
  3. 5.3Computed muscle control (CMC)
  4. 5.4Dynamic optimisation
  5. 5.5Physiological cost criteria
  6. 5.6EMG-driven models
  7. 5.7Co-contraction and stability
  8. 5.8Joint contact forces
  9. 5.9Comparison with instrumented prostheses
  10. 5.10Laboratory: static optimisation of gait
  1. 6.1Orthopaedic surgical planning
  2. 6.2Analysis of cruciate ligament injury
  3. 6.3Load in knee osteoarthritis
  4. 6.4Prostheses and exoskeletons
  5. 6.5Sprint and jump performance
  6. 6.6Injury prevention
  7. 6.7Ergonomics and lumbar load
  8. 6.8Reports for clinicians and coaches
  9. 6.9Ethics in the use of data
  10. 6.10Case study: analysis of a landing jump
  1. 7.1Estimation with inertial sensors
  2. 7.2Machine learning for forces
  3. 7.3Markerless capture
  4. 7.4Predictive simulation
  5. 7.5Personalised models using medical imaging
  6. 7.6Musculoskeletal digital twins
  7. 7.7Uncertainty and probabilistic analysis
  8. 7.8Reproducibility and open data
  9. 7.9Scientific publication
  10. 7.10Practical: force estimation with IMUs
  1. 8.1Research question
  2. 8.2Experimental protocol
  3. 8.3Data acquisition
  4. 8.4Processing and inverse dynamics
  5. 8.5Musculoskeletal modelling
  6. 8.6Force estimation
  7. 8.7Analysis and interpretation
  8. 8.8Discussion of limitations
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

Fully 100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is OpenSim, Visual3D, Vicon Nexus, AnyBody Modeling System, MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Trials are studied using real procedures from motion analysis laboratories with optical capture, force platforms, and clinical and sports gait studies. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.

Accreditation-ready laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, with cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Research question

Apply rigid body mechanics to body segments.

Experimental protocol

Process ground reaction forces and plantar pressures.

Data acquisition

Calculate joint moments and powers using inverse dynamics.

Processing and inverse dynamics

Build and scale musculoskeletal models.

Musculoskeletal modelling

Estimate muscle forces using static optimisation.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Biomechanical engineerMovement analysis researcherMusculoskeletal modelling specialistGait laboratory technicianSports biomechanics engineerRehabilitation engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme comprises 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with OpenSim, Visual3D, Vicon Nexus, AnyBody Modeling System and MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. This is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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