Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | TISSUE ENGINEERING | ||
Code | ENGG412 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr JM Curran Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng J.Curran@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The aim of this module are to provide an overview and tissue engineering applications and their use in current and future therapies, giving specific examples in hard and soft tissue engineering. |
Learning Outcomes |
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Understand the multi-disciplinary nature of tissue engineering and the key target areas that are currently successful within the field and why in terms of material development and cost. |
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Develop a basic understanding of the biological environment into which a specific tissue engineered device could be implanted and the associated experimental/functional parameters that need to be considered when addressing these areas. Understand the differences in tissue structure in terms of mechanical properties and how these need to be incorporated into material and experimental design. |
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Develop an understanding for the need for “bottom-up” (material induced biological responses) approaches to tissue engineering , understanding how to use material variables to control cell responses and what material variables can be changed to control certain biological responses |
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Identify novel material development/modification techniques that can be used to develop the next generation of smart materials for tissue engineering applications |
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Understand and design in vitro testing regimes that can be used to assess the potential of materials for tissue engineering applications. |
Syllabus |
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Topics to be covered include: The History and Scope of Tissue Engineering, Biomimetic Materials, Host Response and Infection Control, Stem Cells as Building Blocks, Orthopaedic Tissue Engineering, Ophthalmic Biomaterials, Skin Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery Systems.
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - Lectures, Journal Clubs, Self Learning |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 Lectures, Journal Clubs, Self Learning |
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Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 126 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
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Notes |
Coursework | Written Report 2000 | Semester 2 | 30 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Critical evaluation of the role of surface engineering in tissue engineering |
Coursework | 15 minute oral prese | Semester 2 | 30 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Journal Club |
Coursework | 12 week project - po | Set in week 1 semester 2, asse | 40 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Theoretical design project Notes (applying to all assessments) - none |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: Bomaterials Science: An Introduction To Materials In Medicine-Buddy Ratner Principles of Tissue Engineering-David Williams |