Spring 2022 Trine Course Catalog

BME 3103 Introduction to Biomaterials

Introduction to the study of both biological materials and synthetic materials (metals, ceramics and polymers) for medical applications. Topics include structural and physical properties; degradation; processing; bulk and surface properties; interaction between biological tissues and biomaterials; biocompatibility; ASTM Standards, and FDA. Prerequisites: ES 233 and "C" or better in BME 2013

Credits

3

Lab Hours

0

Lecture Hours

3

Prerequisite

ES 233 and "C" or better in BME 2013