Course Description

CBE 421a/b Introduction to Biomaterials Engineering

1. An introduction of materials science and engineering topics. 2. the four materials classes (metals, ceramics, polymers, composites) will be addressed with emphasis upon the material types and material properties pertinent to their use in implanted medical devices. 3. The structure and properties of biologic tissues and biocompatibility. 4. Specific implant applications will be addressed.

Antirequisite: CBE 413a/b (if taken in 2001-2002)
Prerequisites: ES 021a/b
3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour


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