MATSCEN 5631
Transcript Abbreviation:
Biomat Lab
Course Description:
A laboratory experience in the processing and characterization of biomaterials used for the replacement of human tissues.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
1.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq or concur: 5611 or 5641; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 649.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Provide experiences with and an understanding of forming processes used in biomaterials
Learn about kinetic phenomena that determine materials behavior under both chemical and mechanical stresses within the human body
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyapatite formation and sintering. Materials directed toward the replacement of bony tissues. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Electrospinning and mechanical properties. Generation of tubes of electrospun nanofiber suitable for use as blood vessel replacements. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Tissue engineering scaffolds and the environment. The mechanical and microstructural behavior of tissue engineering scaffolds exposed to cellular media. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Cell-scaffold interactions. The effects of cell culture on polymeric scaffolds. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Surface characterization of biomaterials. XPS, SIMS, mass spectrometry of representative implant materials. | 0.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lab
Grade Roster Component:
Lab
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Four laboratory reports. | 80% |
| Final exam. | 20% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| No Textbooks and Other Course Materials Entered. | ||
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 5 | an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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