| Biomedical Engineering (English) | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code: | BME310 | ||||
| Course Name: | Biomaterials | ||||
| Semester: | Spring | ||||
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| Language of instruction: | English | ||||
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| Does the Course Require Work Experience?: | No | ||||
| Type of course: | Compulsory Courses | ||||
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| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face | ||||
| Course Coordinator: | Doç. Dr. PINAR ÇAKIR HATIR | ||||
| Course Lecturer(s): | Assoc. Prof. Pınar Çakır Hatır | ||||
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| Course Objectives: | The course aims to provide an overview of the principles of biomaterials, their categories & applications, and to provide understanding of interactions between physiological components and biomaterials. In addition, methods for biomaterials surface characterization will be introduced briefly. |
| Course Content: | The content of the course consists of definitions of biomaterials and their classification including Metal, Ceramic, Polymer, Composite, and Hydrogels. In addition, the importance of cell-biomaterial interaction inestigations will be discussed. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Can define different biomaterilas classifications, 2) Know the differences between metalic, polymeric and hydrogel biomaterials, 3) Know different ceramic biomaterials and their applications 4) Describe the composite biomaterials' and their numerous applications 5) Can define why the biomaterials' surface engineering matters |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Course description; Introduction to biomaterials | |
| 2) | Definitions and classifications of biomaterials | |
| 3) | Biomaterials' selection parameters | |
| 4) | Metal biomaterials; Introduction; Classifications and applications | |
| 5) | Ceramic biomaterials; Introduction; Classifications and applications | |
| 6) | Polymer biomaterials; Introduction; Classifications and applications | |
| 7) | Polymer biomaterials; Physico-chemical properties | |
| 8) | Midterm Exam | |
| 9) | Composite biomaterials; Introduction; Classifications and applications | |
| 10) | Hydrogels and their applications as a biomaterial | |
| 11) | Cell-biomaterial interaction; Surface matters | |
| 12) | Biomaterials’ surface characterization | |
| 13) | Biomaterials & drug delivery systems (1) | |
| 14) | Biomaterials & drug delivery systems (2) |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | “Biomaterials Science; An Introduction to Materials in Medicine”, 4th edition; Founding Editors: Buddy D. Ratner, Allan S. Hoffman, Frederick J. Schoen, Jack E. Lemons; Elsevier: Academic Press (2020) |
| References: | “Biomaterials and Nanotechnology for Tissue Engineering”, Editors: Swaminathan Sethuraman, Uma Maheswari Krishnan, Anuradha Subramanian; CRC Press Taylor & Francis Group (2017) |
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| 1) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |||||||
| 2) Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 2 | 3 | |||||||||
| 3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |||||||||||
| 4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively. | |||||||||||
| 5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. | |||||||||||
| 6) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills. | |||||||||||
| 7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |||||||||||
| 8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. | |||||||||||
| 9) Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices. | |||||||||||
| 10) Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development. | |||||||||||
| 11) Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions. | |||||||||||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Average | 3 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Adequate knowledge of mathematics, science and biomedical engineering disciplines; Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in solving complex engineering problems. | |
| 2) | Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex biomedical engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| 3) | Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 2 |
| 4) | Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in biomedical engineering practices; Ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| 5) | Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex biomedical engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. | |
| 6) | Ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; individual working skills. | 2 |
| 7) | Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language, ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| 8) | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew oneself. | |
| 9) | Knowledge of ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility, and standards used in engineering practices. | |
| 10) | Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation; information about sustainable development. | |
| 11) | Information about the effects of biomedical engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; Awareness of the legal consequences of biomedical engineering solutions. | 3 |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Quizzes | 5 | % 20 |
| Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 20 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Preparation for the Activity | Spent for the Activity Itself | Completing the Activity Requirements | Workload | ||
| Course Hours | 13 | 2 | 26 | ||||
| Study Hours Out of Class | 13 | 4 | 52 | ||||
| Homework Assignments | 4 | 3 | 12 | ||||
| Midterms | 1 | 15 | 15 | ||||
| Final | 1 | 20 | 20 | ||||
| Total Workload | 125 | ||||||