MSE 471
Biomaterials for Engineers

Credit: 3 hours.


Introduces fundamental concepts of materials, with particular emphasis on implant materials. Reviews the biological and engineering aspects of implant materials, the characterization of major classes of promising implant materials, the problems of tissue-implant interaction, and surgical problems involved in implant work. Same as BIOE 471. Prerequisite: CHEM 104 and PHYS 213; or consent of instructor.