Carbon and composite biomaterials Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: 08-S1MAA16.2016

Module name: Carbon and composite biomaterials
Module code: IM1A_BWK
Programme code: 08-S1MAA16.2016
Semester: summer semester 2018/2019
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Description:
The Carbon and composite biomaterials module allows students to acquire a basic knowledge about carbon and composite materials used for medical purposes. Owing to that students should be capable of classifying the aforementioned materials, of showing basic criteria for their selection, as well as should be aware of the biodegradation processes occurrence. These skills will allow understanding the relations between the chemical and phase structure, the condition of carbon and composite biomaterials surface and the practical properties of the material. Students understand that a composite material, created from at least two components, of substantially different properties, is a new material of properties better as compared to components properties. Students will learn the current research trends related to the use of carbon and composite materials for medical purposes, in which the biomaterials of the newest generation are to influence organisms in a way that stimulates their regeneration.
Prerequisites:
It is required to achieve effects of education of the modules: chemistry, physics, materials testing methods, and introduction to biomaterials.
Key reading:
1. A. Boczkowska, J. Kapuściński, Z. Lindemann, D. Witemberg-Perzyk, S. Wojciechowski, Kompozyty, Wyd. II, Oficyna Wydawnicza PW, Warszawa 2003 2. M.F. Ashby, D.R.H. Jones, Materiały inżynierskie 2, WNT, Warszawa 1996 3. J. Marciniak, Biomateriały, Wyd. Pol. Śl. Gliwice 2002
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]
An elementary knowledge comprising the structural design, biocompatibility criteria and properties of carbon and composite biomaterials; distinguishing basic carbon structures; distinguishing composite materials because of the matrix type; being knowledgeable about current development trends of the chemistry of carbon and composite materials used in medicine. [IM1A_BWK_1]
 IM1A_W11 [2/5] IM1A_W16 [3/5] IM1A_W17 [3/5]
The skill to evaluate basic features and possibilities of a selected carbon and composite material application in medicine. [IM1A_BWK_2]
 IM1A_U14 [3/5] IM1A_U25 [2/5]
Development of the awareness of carbon and composite biomaterials application consequences in medicine. [IM1A_BWK_3]
 IM1A_K02 [1/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written examination [IM1A_BWK_w_1]
Verification of the knowledge obtained based on lectures, suggested literature and carried out classes.
 IM1A_BWK_1 IM1A_BWK_2 IM1A_BWK_3
Written test [IM1A_BWK_w_2]
Assessment of the acquired skills of elementary description of carbon and composite biomaterials and also of their classification.
 IM1A_BWK_1 IM1A_BWK_2 IM1A_BWK_3
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [IM1A_BWK _fs_1]
The lecture shall provide students with the basic criteria for carbon and composite biomaterials division and selection for medical purposes. The lecture is delivered with the use of multimedia, demonstrations and exhibits.
 30
The work with the literature materials recommended as sources, comprising an independent analysis and the acquisition of knowledge about the analysed issues.
 45 Written examination [IM1A_BWK_w_1]
laboratory classes [IM1A_ BWK_fs_2]
The classes are aimed at performing a practical analysis for basic issues related to carbon and composite biomaterials properties, and determining parameters characteristic of carbon and composite materials. Classes are conducted based on discussion and resolving tasks with the use of multimedia, and demonstrations.
30
Preparation to classes through independent studying of recommended issues
 45 Written test [IM1A_BWK_w_2]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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