KD2300 Biomedical Materials 7.5 credits

The course covers various types of biomaterials including metallic, polymer and ceramic materials for a wide range of biomedical applications. Properties, performance as well as degradation of biomaterials are treated.
About course offering
For course offering
Autumn 2022 Start 29/08/2022 programme students
Target group
Open for all students as long as it can be included in your programme.
Part of programme
Master's Programme, Macromolecular Materials, åk 2, Recommended
Master's Programme, Macromolecular Materials, åk 2, POTE, Recommended
Master's Programme, Molecular Science and Engineering, åk 2, Recommended
Periods
P1 (7.5 hp)Duration
29/08/2022
28/10/2022
Pace of study
50%
Form of study
Normal Daytime
Language of instruction
English
Course location
KTH Campus
Number of places
Min: 10
Planned modular schedule
P1: G1, F2, H2.
Application
For course offering
Autumn 2022 Start 29/08/2022 programme students
Application code
51045
Contact
For course offering
Autumn 2022 Start 29/08/2022 programme students
Examiner
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Course contents
Various types of biomaterials for a wide range of biomedical applications. Fundamental structure-property relationships. Basic function and performance of passive and active implant materials. Physical, chemical and mechanical aspects of bulk and surface properties of metallic, polymer and ceramic biomaterials. Principles of surface engineering and combination of different materials. Host-tissue response, blood compatibility, extracellular matrix collagen, bioadhesion, protein adsorption, polymers for controlled drug release. Corrosion and degradation mechanisms of biomaterials in different applications. Selection of biomaterials based on function, biological environments, toxicity and economic aspects. Examples of biomaterials and implant objects and devices. Current research trends and medical device regulation.
Intended learning outcomes
After completion of the course the student will be able to:
- Give examples of biomedical material applications, identify material properties that are critical for metallic, polymer
and ceramic biomaterials, and suggest proper type of biomaterial for given applications. - Explain basic physical, chemical and mechanical processes that may occur on biomaterials in use, including corrosion
and degradation reactions that occur for different biomaterials and their consequences. - Practically perform testing and property evaluations of common biomedical materials.
- Present and evaluate a project and laboratory assignments orally and in writing.
Course disposition
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
At least 150 credits from grades 1, 2 and 3 of which at least 110 credits from years 1 and 2, and bachelor's work must be completed, within a programme that includes:
75 university credits (hp) in chemistry or chemical engineering, 20 university credits (hp) in mathematics and 6 university credits (hp) in computer science or corresponding.
Recommended prerequisites
Basic courses in materials science and engineering.
Equipment
Literature
Selected chapters in “Biomaterials Science, An Introduction to Materials in Medicine", edited by B.D. Ratner, A.S. Hoffman, F.J. Schoen, J.E. Lemons. 2nd edition, Academic Press (2004).
Other lecture materials.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- SEM1 - Project, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Written exam, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Laboratory Work: Report and seminar
Other requirements for final grade
Examination, 4,5 credits,
Lab (report and seminar), 3 credits
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course web
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Course web KD2300