METE724 NANOBIOMATERIALS
| Course Code: | 5700724 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Metallurgical and Materials Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. BATUR ERCAN |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are:
- To learn about the state-of-the-art research and emerging trends in the field of nanobiomaterials.
- To understand the multidisciplinary nature of nanobiomaterials, integrating concepts from materials science, nanotechnology, biology, chemistry, and engineering.
- To gain knowledge of the synthesis, functionalization, and characterization techniques for nanobiomaterials.
- To explore the applications of nanobiomaterials in biomedical fields, including drug delivery, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.
- To critically evaluate scientific literature and research data related to nanobiomaterials.
- To understand the relationship between nanostructure, properties, and biological interactions of nanobiomaterials.
Course Content
Basic biology for engineeers, advanced imaging technique, surface characterization of nanobiomaterials, methods to alter conventional material surfaces to possess nanofeatured surfaces, nanomaterials in orthopedics, nanomaterials in cardiovascular engineering, manufacturing steps for catheters, stents, orthopedic implants and ways to incorporate nanotechnology, nanomaterials in artificial skin, nanomaterials in antibacterial applications, adverse effects of nanobiomaterials. Specific emphasis on fabrication of metallic nanobiomaterials.
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain current research trends and breakthroughs in nanobiomaterials and summarize their significance in biomedical applications.
- Describe the multidisciplinary aspects of nanobiomaterials by integrating principles from materials science, nanotechnology, biology, chemistry, and engineering.
- Apply appropriate synthesis and functionalization techniques to design nanobiomaterials for targeted biomedical uses.
- Select and utilize suitable characterization techniques (e.g., electron microscopy, spectroscopy, surface analysis) to assess the physicochemical and biological properties of nanobiomaterials.
- Analyze and interpret scientific data from literature and experimental studies to evaluate the performance of nanobiomaterials.
- Correlate nanostructural features with mechanical, physicochemical, and biological behaviors of nanobiomaterials to predict their potential biomedical performance.
Program Outcomes Matrix
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| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | can reach the general and specific knowledge/information, can analyze, crystalize and implement these in conducting scientific research in the field. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | have compressive knowledge on the up-to-date engineering practices and methods and their limitations. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | are equipped with the analytical characterization knowledge required in realizing observational/experimental work-based research activities in the field. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | can clearly define and formulate problems related to the field, and develop exceptional and novel procedures to solve such problems. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex systems or processes and invent novel/alternative solutions in his designs. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | can work effectively as a member of a team in his own field or interdisciplinary groups, he can be the leader in such formations and offer solutions in intricate cases; can also work independently and take responsibility. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | can communicate well in spoken and written English effectively. | ✔ | |||