Nov 25, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BME 420 - Biomaterials


(3 units)

Prerequisites: BME 311 , CHEM 111B , BIOL 200  or BIOL 212  or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Overview of natural and synthetic materials for biomedical applications, including metals, ceramics and polymers. Mechanical, electrical, chemical, and surface characterization of biomaterials. Design of hard and soft tissue implant materials. Biocompatibility of materials, wound repair, medical devices and government regulations.

Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)