Course Description
Introduction to natural and synthetic biopolymers used for biomedical applications. Goals and challenges of biomaterials selection for biomedical engineering. Polymer concepts of polymerization and characterization. Sources/synthesis, chemical and physical properties and degradation mechanisms are described. Polymer classes include: polysaccharides, proteins, polyesters, polyurethanes, polyanhydrides and polyethers.
SPRG 2024
Instructors
Classes Start:
January 8, 2024
Classes End:
April 23, 2024
Location:
02210 Textiles Complex
Class Days:
M W
Class Start Time:
8:30am
Class End Time:
9:45am
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Delivery Method:
In Person
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: CH 220 or 221 or 225 Textiles Students Only
