ME 653 Mechanics of Biomaterials
Catalog Description
ME 653 Mechanics of Biomaterials (3). Prerequisites: ME 323 and CHE 202. Presentation of fundamental mechanics of biomaterials including: natural biomaterials (skin, bone, cartilage, ligament, tendon, and vasculature) and synthetic materials (metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites) used in biological applications; biocompatibility and biological reactions to implanted materials.
Prerequisites by Topic
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Statics
Mechanics of materials
Materials science
Textbook
Y.C. Fung, Biomechanics: Mechanical Properties of Living Tissues, 2nd edition, Springer, 1993.
References
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J.B. Park, Biomaterials: An Introduction, 2nd edition Plenum Press, 1992.
J.B. Park, Biomaterial Science and Engineering, Plenum Press, 1984.
J. Black, Orthopaedic Biomaterials in Research and Practice, Churchill Livingstone, 1988.
L.H. Van and Vlack, Elements of Materials Science and Engineering, 6th edition, Addison-Wesley, 1992.
J. Black and M. Dekker, Biological Performance of Materials, 1992.
Selected readings from several other sources.
Coordinator
P.M. Quesada, Professor of Mechanical Engineering.
Course Learning Outcomes
This course is designed to give graduate level Mechanical Engineering students a fundamental understanding of the mechanical properties and behavior of natural and synthetic biomaterials, as well as a knowledge of the applications and behaviors of synthetic materials in the physiological environment.
Topics Covered
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Solid mechanics and materials science fundamentals (5 classes).
Hard tissues (6 classes).
Soft tissues (7 classes).
Blood (5 classes).
Muscle (6 classes).
Synthetic Materials (2 classes).
Laboratory Activities (2 classes).
Applications and current topics (3 classes).
Individual student presentations (2 classes).
Tests, quizzes, and final exam (4 classes and 2½ hours).
Laboratory Projects
Team oriented laboratory based experimental project required.
Computer Use
None.
Computer Use
Three 50 minute sessions per week devoted to lecture, discussion, and problem solving.
Curriculum Criterion Contribution
Engineering science: 3 credits.
Curriculum Criterion Contribution
This course supports Mechanical Engineering program objectives by developing:
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An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering in the field of mechanical engineering.
An ability to identify, formulate and solve problems in the field of mechanical engineering.
A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning in the field of mechanical engineering.
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern tools necessary for the practice of mechanical engineering.
