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BIOENG C216 - Macromolecular Science in Biotechnology and Medicine

Bioengineering Graduate COE - College of Engineering

Subject

BIOENG

Course Number

C216

Department

Bioengineering

Course Level

Graduate

Course Title

Macromolecular Science in Biotechnology and Medicine

Course Description

Overview of the problems associated with the selection and function of polymers used in biotechnology and medicine. Principles of polymer science, polymer synthesis, and structure-property-performance relationships of polymers. Particular emphasis is placed on the performance of polymers in biological environments. Interactions between macromolecular and biological systems for therapy and diagnosis. Specific applications will include drug delivery, gene therapy, tissue engineering, and surface engineering.

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; S/U Option

Instructors

Healy

Prerequisites

BIO ENG 115. Open to seniors with consent of instructor.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Cross-Listed Course(s)

Formats

Lecture, Discussion

Term

Fall and Spring

Weeks

15 weeks

Weeks

15

Lecture Hours

3

Lecture Hours Min

3

Lecture Hours Max

3

Discussion Hours

1

Discussion Hours Min

1

Discussion Hours Max

1

Outside Work Hours

8

Outside Work Hours Min

8

Outside Work Hours Max

8