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Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
Code
KUEU3147
Title
Biomaterials
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
120 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe the concept of biocompatibility and the basic
concepts of materials used in medical applications
2.
Identify and differentiate the properties of materials (metals,
polymers, ceramics, composites) used as biomaterials
3.
Evaluate the different criteria that will lead to a successful
implant in different types of tissue
4.
Select the types of biomaterials that can be used for
different application i.e. soft tissue , hard tissue and blood
Synopsis
Materials that are used in medical application. Materials (metals,
polymers, ceramics, composites) that are used in biomaterials.
Mechanism of host response and materials response. Different
criteria needed for implants. Types of biomaterials that can be
used.
Assessment
60 % Continuous Assessments
40 % Final Examination
References
1.
Vincent, J.F.V. & Curry, J.D., The Mechanical Properties of
Biological Materials, Macmillan Press.
2.
Vincent, J.F.V., Structural Biomaterials, Macmillan Press.
3.
Hench, L.L.,Biomaterials: An Interfacial Approach, Academic
Press.
4.
Putter, C., Lange, G.L & Groot, K., Implant Materials in
Biofunction, Elsevier.
5.
Rubin, L.R., Biomaterials in Reconstructive Surgery, C.V.
Mosby Company
Soft Skills
Communication Skills (CS1,CS2,CS3),
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving (CT1,CT2,CT3),
Professional Ethics and Moral (EM1,EM2)