Information Package / Course Catalogue
Biopolymers and Biomaterials
Course Code: BYK627
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

Biomaterials will be defined at a basic level and their importance in terms of application areas and uses will be emphasized.

Course Content

Basic definitions, Metallic biomaterials, Ceramic biomaterials, Polymerization and its basic structure, Polymers used as biomaterials, Sterilization, Surface derivatization for Biocompatibility, Composite Biomaterials, Biodegradable polymeric biomaterials, Biological biomaterials: tissue-derived biomaterials, soft tissue work, Protection techniques for biomaterials.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Understanding the natural and synthetic production and synthesis mechanisms of polymers and biopolymers
2.To understand how to use polymer and biopolymers in biomaterial
3.Comprehension of the relationships between the structures of various biomaterials (implants, prostheses, etc.) and their uses
4.Understanding the physical, chemical and biological properties of polymers and biopolymers
5.Learning of polymer, biopolymer, biomaterial and related concepts
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Biopolymers:Alen Walton
2.biopolimers:R. M. Johnson, L. Y. Mwaikambo, N. Tucker
3.Biopolymers and Biomaterials, Aneesa Padinjakkara, Aparna Thankappan, Fernando Gomes Souza, Jr., Sabu Thomas
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Definition and classification of polymers and biopolymers
Week 2 - Theoretical
Structure, physical, chemical and biological properties of polymers and biopolymers
Week 3 - Theoretical
Polymerization Mechanisms (Ionic Polymerization)
Week 4 - Theoretical
Polymerization Mechanisms (Radical Polymerization)
Week 5 - Theoretical
Biological and industrial production and synthesis of biopolymers
Week 6 - Theoretical
Definition and classification of bio and biocompatible materials
Week 7 - Theoretical
Biocompatibility, bioactivity, bioinertity
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Biopolymers and Biomaterials Midterm Exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Polymeric biomaterials
Week 10 - Theoretical
Biodegradable polymers
Week 11 - Theoretical
Immunity
Week 12 - Theoretical
Applications of biopolymers and biomaterials (hydrogels)
Week 13 - Theoretical
Applications of biopolymers and biomaterials (Dental Applications)
Week 14 - Theoretical
Applications of biopolymers and biomaterials (Applications in cardiovascular systems)
Week 15 - Theoretical
Applications of biopolymers and biomaterials (Knee, Hip etc. Implants and prostheses)
Week 16 - Final Exam
Biopolymers and Biomaterials Final Exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory144284
Midterm Examination118220
Final Examination120121
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)125
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
OÇ-1
5
4
5
5
4
OÇ-2
5
5
4
5
4
OÇ-3
5
4
5
4
5
OÇ-4
5
4
5
4
5
OÇ-5
5
4
4
5
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026