BIOE 3120 - Fund of Orthop Device Sci/Engr

Institution:

Clemson University

Subject:

Bioengineering

Description:

Introduction to biomaterials, biomechanics, tribology, and design principles for orthopaedic devices with a focus on joint replacements, bone and graft fixation, and orthobiologics. This course explores the effect of pathology on bone growth and remodeling, and implant fixation, and covers basic concepts of device success and failure. Students are introduced to regulatory science for testing of orthopaedic devices. Not open to bioengineering majors. Preq: Consent of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.clemson.edu

Phone Number:

(864) 656-4636

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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