Module code: MHT6013-B
For semester one, this module aims to develop the critical knowledge base biomaterials for tissue/joint replacement including metals, ceramics and biodegradable/bioresorbable polymers and fracture fixation devices, their properties, hip and knee design, testing, evaluation and manufacturing for orthopaedic applications meeting the MDA/FDA requirements. For semester two, the module aims to integrate and apply the existing knowledge from semester one to a wider implant design and technology and to apply general design procedures/methodology to medical devices such as joint replacements , stents, scaffolds and fixation devices. Also, the following codes of conduct will be covered in lectures and tutorials across two semester and will be assessed in the assignments: Professional and ethical conduct in engineering aspects such as the use of biomaterials as implants, commercial, economic and social context of the engineering processes, management techniques, legal requirements governing engineering activities including personnel, health & safety, contracts, intellectual property rights, product safety and liability issues as well as risk issues including health and safety, environmental and commercial risk, risk assessment and risk management techniques. Download the PDF for MHT6013-B_2024_5.pdf