BE 220 - Structure and Properties of Biomaterials

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101, BE 209. Corequisite(s): MATH 241, BE 210. An examination of the structure of property, performance relationship for materials used in surgical implants and medical devices. Consideration is given to issues of biocompatibility, degradation of materials by biological systems, and biological response to artificial materials. Particular attention will be given to the materials of the total hip prosthesis and their relationship to the long-term outcomes for total hip arthoplasty.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.