Degradation of Biomaterials Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MA19.2023

Module name: Degradation of Biomaterials
Module code: IM1A_DBIOM
Programme code: W4-S1MA19.2023
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Biomaterials Degradation Module aims to familiarize students with the phenomena of biomaterial degradation in a biological environment and the challenges associated with the development of biomaterials in the field of sustainable tissue engineering. The module is designed to acquaint students with key concepts and definitions related to the degradation processes of biomaterials and the interaction of biologically active environments with biomaterials. The module will provide students with knowledge of methods for assessing the biocompatibility of biomaterials and medical devices under in vitro and in vivo conditions. It will enable students to learn about contemporary methods for determining the rate of biomaterial degradation processes, identifying degradation products, and investigating tissue reactions to biomaterial degradation products.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Having knowledge in the field of biomaterial durability, methods of biomaterial testing, along with the characterization of degradation processes. [IM1A_DB_1]
 IM1A_W02 [3/5] IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W05 [3/5] IM1A_W06 [3/5]
The ability to recognize experimentally and describe the influence of time and degradation mode on selected physical and chemical properties of biomaterials. [IM1A_DB_2]
 IM1A_U04 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5] IM1A_U06 [3/5]
The ability to explain concepts related to the selection of biomedical materials and the functionality of a product in a biological environment. [IM1A_DB_3]
 IM1A_U02 [3/5] IM1A_U04 [3/5]
Ability to use the acquired knowledge to prepare the workplace, perform the assigned task and develop detailed documentation of its implementation. [IM1A_DB_4]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5] IM1A_U08 [3/5] IM1A_U10 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Having knowledge about developmental trends and new achievements in the field of biomaterials, as well as awareness of the need for regular updating of this knowledge. [IM1A_DB_5]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [IM1A_DB_fs_1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam IM1A_DB_1 IM1A_DB_5
laboratory classes [IM1A_DB_fs_2] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work IM1A_DB_2 IM1A_DB_3 IM1A_DB_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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