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Biomateriali
Biomaterials
Francesca Tittarelli

Seat Ingegneria
A.A. 2015/2016
Credits 6
Hours 48
Period I
Language ENG

Prerequisites
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Learning outcomes
To interpret the correlations between atomic structure / molecular microstructure, macrostructure and the behavior of materials. To acquire the theoretical and practical bases for the physico-chemical characterization and mechanics of materials. To know the methods of production, the properties, the main techniques of characterization and applications of different classes of materials used in the biomedical field.

Program
Materials structures and related properties. Covalent, ionic, molecular and metallic solids. Mechanical behaviour. Comparison among the classes of materials. Chemical, physical, morphological and mechanical characterization. Definition of biomaterial and related normative. Classification of biomaterials. Metals and alloys. Ceramics. Polymers. Composite materials. Overview of clinical employment of biomaterials: orthopedics, vascular, dental, surgery, plastic and maxillo-facial surgery.

Development of the examination
LEARNING EVALUATION METHODS
Oral examination. To answer some questions, if necessary, short calculations will be carried out by the student during the oral test.

LEARNING EVALUATION CRITERIA
To successfully pass the examination, the student should demonstrate to know how to interpret the correlations between atomic and molecular structure, microstructure, macrostructure and the behavior of materials, he has acquired the theoretical and practical bases for the physical, chemical and mechanical characterization of materials, to know the methods of production, properties and the main applications for the different classes of materials used in the biomedical field.

LEARNING MEASUREMENT CRITERIA
Attribution of the final mark in thirtieths

FINAL MARK ALLOCATION CRITERIA
In order to pass the exam with a minimum score the student should possess the full knowledge. Further score will be awarded based on the mastery of specific and general skills. The honors will be given to students who, having achieved the highest rating, have demonstrated a particular command of the subject with remarkable ability to connect the different contents.

Recommended reading
Class notes, R. Pietrabissa, Biomateriali per protesi e organi artificiali, Patron Editor L. BERTOLINI et al.,Tecnologia dei Materiali, Città Studi Editori

Courses

• Ingegneria Biomedica (Corso di Laurea Triennale (DM 270/04))