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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| BME2063 | Biomaterials | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İREM DEMİRKAN |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BURCU TUNÇ ÇAMLIBEL |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| 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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The students who have succeeded in this course; - The students who have succeeded in this course will; 1) Understand the fundamental properties of biomaterials and biocompatibility, 2) Understand different types of bonding and how these are oganized into material subunits for metal, ceramics and polymers, 3) Understand the molecular mechanisms behind the mechanical properies for each class of materials as well as the principles behind the events that stengthen and weaken biomaterials, 4) Understand the surface properties, toxicity and material characterization techniques, 5) Understand molecular mechanisms behind environmental degradation of metals, ceramics, and polymers in the human body. 6) Understand why the study of biomaterials is an important aspect of the educational background of the biomedical engineer, and be able to make research and present their studies related to biomaterials science. |
| 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 | |
| 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 |
| 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. |
| 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 |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Project | 1 | % 30 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 30 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 70 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Project | 1 | 27 | 27 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 130 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Integrates the knowledge, skills and attitudes acquired from basic and clinical medical sciences, behavioral sciences and social sciences, and uses them in health service delivery. | |
| 2) | In patient management, shows a biopsychosocial approach that takes into account the socio-demographic and sociocultural background of the individual, regardless of language, religion, race and gender. | |
| 3) | In the provision of health services, prioritizes the protection and development of the health of individuals and society. | |
| 4) | Taking into account the individual, societal, social and environmental factors affecting health; does the necessary work to maintain and improve the state of health. | |
| 5) | By recognizing the characteristics, needs and expectations of the target audience, provides health education to healthy/sick individuals and their relatives and other healthcare professionals. | |
| 6) | Shows a safe, rational and effective approach in health service delivery, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation processes. | |
| 7) | Performs invasive and/or non-invasive procedures in diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation processes in a safe and effective way for the patient. | |
| 8) | Provides health services by considering patient and employee health and safety. | |
| 9) | In the provision of health services, takes into account the changes in the physical and socioeconomic environment on a regional and global scale, as well as the changes in the individual characteristics and behaviors of the people who apply to it. | |
| 10) | Takes good medical practice into account while carrying out his/her profession. | |
| 11) | Fulfills its duties and obligations within the framework of ethical principles, rights and legal responsibilities required by its profession. | |
| 12) | Demonstrates decisive behavior in providing high-quality health care, taking into account the integrity of the patient. | |
| 13) | Evaluates his/her performance in his/her professional practice by considering his/her emotions and cognitive characteristics. | |
| 14) | Advocates improving the provision of health services by considering the concepts of social reliability and social responsibility for the protection and development of public health. | |
| 15) | Can plan and carry out service delivery, training and consultancy processes related to individual and community health in cooperation with all components for the protection and development of health. | |
| 16) | Evaluates the impact of health policies and practices on individual and community health indicators and advocates increasing the quality of health services. | |
| 17) | The physician attaches importance to the protection of his/her own physical, mental and social health, and does what is necessary for this | |
| 18) | Shows exemplary behavior and leads the healthcare team during service delivery. | |
| 19) | Uses resources cost-effectively, for the benefit of society and in accordance with the legislation, in the planning, implementation and evaluation processes of health services in the health institution he/she is the manager of. | |
| 20) | Establishes positive communication within the health team it serves and assumes different team roles when necessary. | |
| 21) | Is aware of the duties and responsibilities of the health workers in the health team and acts accordingly. | |
| 22) | In the professional practices, works in harmony and effectively with the colleagues and other professional groups. | |
| 23) | Communicates effectively with patients, their relatives, healthcare professionals, other professional groups, institutions and organizations. | |
| 24) | Communicates effectively with individuals and groups that require a special approach and have different socio-cultural characteristics. | |
| 25) | In the diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation processes, shows a patient-centered approach that associates the patient with the decision-making mechanisms. | |
| 26) | Plans and implements scientific research, when necessary, for the population it serves, and uses the results and/or the results of other research for the benefit of the society. | |
| 27) | Reaches and critically evaluates current literature knowledge about his/her profession. | |
| 28) | Applies the principles of evidence-based medicine in clinical decision making. | |
| 29) | Uses information technologies to increase the effectiveness of its work on health care, research and education. | |
| 30) | Effectively manages individual work processes and career development. | |
| 31) | Demonstrates skills in acquiring and evaluating new knowledge, integrating it with existing knowledge, applying it to professional situations and adapting to changing conditions throughout professional life. | |
| 32) | Selects the right learning resources to improve the quality of the health service it offers, organizes its own learning process |