Polymer Biomaterials Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023

Module name: Polymer Biomaterials
Module code: IM1A_BPOLIM
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Polymer Biomaterials module allows students to acquire knowledge about polymer materials used for medical purposes. As a result, students should be able to classify these materials, identify basic criteria for their selection, and become aware of the inevitability of biodegradation processes. These skills will enable them to understand the relationship between the chemical structure, phase composition, surface state of polymer materials, and their functional properties. Furthermore, they will gain orientation in current trends in the development of polymer materials chemistry used for medical purposes.
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]
Knowledge encompassing the classification, structural composition, properties, and manufacturing methods of polymer materials used in medicine and their impact on living organisms; awareness of current trends in developing polymer materials chemistry for medical purposes. [IM1A_PDM_1]
 IM1A_W01 [3/5] IM1A_W02 [3/5] IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W08 [3/5]
Distinguishing basic groups of polymer materials for medical applications. [IM1A_PDM_2]
 IM1A_W02 [3/5] IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W04 [3/5]
The skill to evaluate basic features and possibilities of a selected polymer material application in medicine. [IM1A_PDM_3]
 IM1A_U04 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5]
Development of the awareness of polymer biomaterials application consequences in medicine. [IM1A_PDM_5]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5] IM1A_U07 [3/5] IM1A_K03 [3/5]
Ability to use the acquired knowledge to prepare the workplace, perform the assigned task and develop detailed documentation of its implementation. [IM1A​_PDM_4]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5] IM1A_U08 [3/5] IM1A_U10 [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_PDM_fs1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work IM1A_PDM_1 IM1A_PDM_2 IM1A_PDM_5
laboratory classes [IM1A_PDM_fs2] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work IM1A_PDM_2 IM1A_PDM_3 IM1A_PDM_5 IM1A​_PDM_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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