Course Objectives: |
The goal of this course is,
- to teach what the field of biomaterials encompasses,
- to review principles from general chemistry,
- to teach the chemistry and engineering skills needed to solve challenges in the biomaterials and tissue engineering area
- to teach the types of biomaterials, the interactions between the body tissues and biocompatible materials, the production techniques, and the future trends
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Course Content: |
Basic concepts of biomaterials science, the structure of metals, ceramics, polymers and composite biomaterials, biocompatibility, corrosion and degradation of biomaterials, surface properties of biomaterials. |
Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Introduction to basic concepts of biomaterials sciences and classes of materials used in medicine |
none |
2) |
Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding |
None |
3) |
The Structure of Crystalline Solids |
None |
4) |
Imperfections in Solids, Diffusion |
None |
5) |
Mechanical Properties of Metals |
None |
6) |
Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanisms |
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7) |
Failure, Phase Diagrams |
None |
8) |
Applications and Processing of Metal Alloys, Metallic Implant Materials |
None |
9) |
Structure and Characteristics of Ceramics, Applications and Processing of Ceramic, Ceramic Implant Materials |
None |
10) |
Polymer Structures, Characteristics, Applications and Processing, Polymeric Implant Materials |
None |
11) |
Composites as Biomaterials |
None |
12) |
Surface Properties of Biomaterials and Material Characterization Methods |
None |
13) |
Corrosion and Degradation of Biomaterials, Electrical Properties, Magnetic Properties, Thermal Properties, Optical Properties |
None |
14) |
Biocompatibility and biocompatibility Testing of Biomaterials |
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Course Notes / Textbooks: |
Biomaterials Science: An Introduction to Materials in medicine", Rattner BD, Hoffman AS, Schoen FJ, and Lemons JE, eds., 2nd ed., Elsevier Academic Press, San Diego, CA, 2004.
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References: |
Biomaterials, an Introduction by Park and Lakes, Springer, Third ed., 2007
Biomaterials, The Intersection of Biology and Materials Science by Temenoff and Mikos, Pearson, 2008 |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
To have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field. |
2 |
2) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. |
1 |
3) |
To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. |
4 |
4) |
To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care. |
1 |
5) |
To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. |
1 |
6) |
To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. |
1 |
7) |
To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions. |
1 |
8) |
To be able to use skills for effective communication. |
5 |
9) |
To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively. |
1 |
10) |
To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. |
1 |
11) |
To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. |
1 |
12) |
To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity. |
5 |