FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Genetics and Bioengineering

BME 407 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Artificial Organs and Life Support Systems
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
BME 407
Fall/Spring
3
0
3
5

Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Group Work
Lecture / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives The aim of this course is to introduce tissue engineering and artificial organs, to gain the necessary background for the development of artificial organs and to learn the methods and applications used.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Explain the working principles of artificial organs and life support systems.
  • Define the mass transport in artificial organs.
  • Discuss the chemical reactions in biological systems.
  • Classify the biomaterials used in the preparation of artificial organs.
  • Discuss current applications related to obtaining and using artificial organs.
Course Description This course includes introduction to artificial organs, the importance of mass transfer in these systems, basic reactions in biological systems and knowledge of biomaterials, basic principles and applications of artificial organ design.

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Management Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Related Preparation
1 Introduction to Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs Bölüm 1 Hasan, A., “Tissue Engineering for Artifical Organs”. Wiley-VCH, Qatar, 2017. ISBN: 978-3-527-33863-4
2 Tissue Engineering and Artifical Organs (Stem Cells- Growth Factors) Bölüm 2 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
3 Tissue Engineering and Artifical Organs (Extracellular Matrix-Cell Adhesion and Migration) Bölüm 3-4 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
4 Biomaterials in Artificial Organs Bölüm 2 Hasan, A., “Tissue Engineering for Artifical Organs”. Wiley-VCH, Qatar, 2017. ISBN: 978-3-527-33863-4
5 Mass Transport and Biomimetic Systems I Bölüm 5 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
6 Mass Transport and Biomimetic Systems II Bölüm 5 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
7 Life Support Systems Bölüm 5 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
8 Midterm
9 Engineering Applications of Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organ Bölüm 5 Rostner, B. “Fundamentals of Biostatistics” 8th Ed. Duxbury press, USA, 2016 ISBN: 978-1-305-26892-0
10 Artificial Heart, Blood and Circulatory Assist Devices Bölüm 6 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
11 Artificial Lungs and Blood Exchange Devices Bölüm 6 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
12 Artificial Kidney and Pancreas Bölüm 6 Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9
13 Current Applications in Artificial Organs Bölüm 8 Hasan, A., “Tissue Engineering for Artifical Organs”. Wiley-VCH, Qatar, 2017. ISBN: 978-3-527-33863-4
14 Current Applications in Artificial Organs Bölüm 8 Hasan, A., “Tissue Engineering for Artifical Organs”. Wiley-VCH, Qatar, 2017. ISBN: 978-3-527-33863-4
15 Review
16 Final Exam

 

Course Notes/Textbooks

Bronzino, J.D. “Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organs (The Biomedical Engineering Handbook) CRC; 3rd Edition, 2006. ISBN: 0-8493-2123-9

Suggested Readings/Materials

Hasan, A., “Tissue Engineering for Artifical Organs”. Wiley-VCH, Qatar, 2017. ISBN: 978-3-527-33863-4

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
10
Presentation / Jury
1
20
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm
1
30
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
4
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
0
Study Hours Out of Class
16
3
48
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
5
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
1
5
5
Presentation / Jury
1
12
12
Project
0
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
1
12
12
Final Exam
1
20
20
    Total
145

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Genetics and Bioengineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

X
2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Genetics and Bioengineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

X
4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Genetics and Bioengineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Genetics and Bioengineering research topics.

6

To be able to work efficiently in Genetics and Bioengineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

X
7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of Genetics and Bioengineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Genetics and Bioengineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in Genetics and Bioengineering applications.

X
10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Genetics and Bioengineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.

12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

X
13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Genetics and Bioengineering.

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