One lecture period during each semester will be spent in the laboratory to further reinforce these concepts. Students are expected to attend all class sessions. Circumstances which prevent attendance will be honored up to two instances. Absences in excess of two times may result in an incomplete grade for the course. Contact the instructor when a special situation arises.
All absences require that the instructor be informed in advance.
A current syllabus will be distributed at the first class meeting. To apply the knowledge of biomaterial properties to a material selection problem. The project will be carried out by small teams selected within the class. Suggested Process Select a Class II or Class III biomedical device or implant that has or is being developed for commercial use. Identify the various major parts of the device or implant, and list the biomaterials used.