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COURSE INFORMATION FOR CURRENT SEMESTER/TERM

Code KUEU4324

Title Advanced Biomaterials

Pre-requisite KUEU3147 Biomaterials

Student Learning Time (SLT) 80 hours

Credit 2

1. Identify suitable biomaterials for biomedical applications particularly Tis-
sue Engineering
Learning Outcomes
2. Justify methods use to improve materials biocompatibility
3. Explain suitable material characterization methods

Covers the basic of biomaterials which includes their mechanical and biolog-
ical properties. Types of testing and sterilization methods also included. This
course explains types of implant and device failures which normally occur to
Synopsis
an implant and reviews current usage of biomaterials indifferent research
areas. In addition it raises awareness of the ethical considerations related to
advanced biomaterials.

40% Continuous Assessments
Assessment
60% Final Examination

Park J., Band Bronzino J. D. Biomaterials : Principles and applica-
tions.CRCPress:2003
References Ratner, Hoffman, Schoen and Lemons. Biomaterials Science: An Introduc-
tion to Materials in Medicine. Academic Press, 1996.
Related Journals.

Communication Skills (CS1, CS2, CS3),
Soft skills Critical Thinking and Problem Solving (CT1, CT2, CT3),
Professional Ethics and Moral (EM1, EM2)

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