Fundamentals of Biomaterials

Enrollment Requirements: Undergraduate Prerequisite: ENGBE 424; Graduate Prerequisite: Graduate Standing Provides the chemistry and engineering skills needed to solve challenges in the biomaterials and tissue engineering area, concentrating on the fundamental principles in biomedical engineering, material science, and chemistry. Covers the structure and properties of hard materials (ceramics and metals) and soft materials (polymers and hydro-gels). Same as ENG BE 726, ENG ME 726, ENG MS 726. Student may not receive credit for both. Meets with ENG BE 726 lectures. Note that the laboratory portion is not offered in BE 526.