CHEN-4802 (3) Tissue Engineering and Medical Devices

The purpose of this course is to develop a basic understanding of quantitative and qualitative aspects of tissue engineering and medical devices. Particular emphasis will be placed on topics of potential importance and significance to chemical and biological engineers. Students will be introduced to important professional, societal and entrepreneurial issues in the field by examining case studies in which drugs and medical products have been developed or are being considered for FDA approval and clinical use. Requisites: Requires prerequisite course of CHEN 2810 or MCDB 1150 or EBIO 1210 and EBIO 1220(minimum grade C-). Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) only.