FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Genetics and Bioengineering

BME 312 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name
Biomaterials
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
BME 312
Spring
2
2
3
5

Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Required
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course -
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Course Objectives The objective of this course is to introduce the priciples of materials science, understanding nature of biomaterials and use of different materials in biomedical field. This course will cover structure and properties of biomaterials, processing of such materials, and use of this materials in the biomedical area.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • will be able to list different type of biomaterials
  • will be able to define structure and properties of biomaterials
  • will be able to evaluate specific biomaterials for specific application
  • will be able to access to the engineering and medical literature and databases to do research
  • will be able to discuss use of biomaterials in-vivo
  • will be able to describe processing of biomaterials
  • will be able to interpret the biocompatibility
Course Description The course covers structure and properties of biomaterials, application areas of such materials, processing and degradation and biocompatibility of biomaterials

 



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 Materials for Biomedical Applications J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 1)
2 Chemical Structure of Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 2)
3 Physical Properties of Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 3)
4 Mechanical Properties of Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 4)
5 Biomaterial Degradation Jo J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 5)
6 Biomaterial Processing J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 6)
7 Surface Properties of Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 7)
8 Ara sınav / Midterm
9 Protein Interactions with Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 8)
10 Cell Interactions with Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 9)
11 Biomaterial Implantation and Acute Inflammation J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 10)
12 Wound Healing and the Presence of Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 11)
13 Immune Response to Biomaterials J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008). (Ch. 12)
14 Biomaterials and Biocompatibility
15 Review
16 Final Exam

 

Course Notes/Textbooks

J.S.Temenoff , A.G.Mikos , Biomaterials-The Intersection og Biology and Materials Science, First Edition (2008).

Suggested Readings/Materials

1) Biomaterials Science, Third Edition: An Introduction to Materials in Medicine Buddy D. Ratner (Author), Allan S. Hoffman (Author), Frederick J. Schoen (Author), Jack E. Lemons.

 

2) Joon B. Park ve Roderic S. Lakes "Biomaterials : An Introduction." 2. Baskı, Kluwer Academic, 1992.

 

3) Materials Science and Engineering, W.D. Callister, John Wiley and Sons Inc., 2007

 

4) Joon B. Park ve Joseph D. Bronzino "Biomaterials: Principles And Applications.", CRCPress,2003

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

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

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
55
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
45
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Theoretical Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
16
2
32
Study Hours Out of Class
16
2
32
Field Work
0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
0
Portfolio
0
Homework / Assignments
0
Presentation / Jury
1
4
4
Project
0
Seminar / Workshop
0
Oral Exam
0
Midterms
1
20
20
Final Exam
1
30
30
    Total
150

 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest

 


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