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Program of Biomedical Engineering (English 30%)

BME484

3D BIOPRINTERS

Course Code
BME484
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 1
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Learns the working principles of additive manufacturing applications.
  2. Gains knowledge of the basic components of 3D printers.
  3. Gains knowledge of precision motion systems and makes precision calculations
  4. Learn the basic principles of CAD, CAM, G-code and toolpaths.
  5. Have knowledge about the working principles of microinjection syringe systems.
  6. Gains knowledge about bioextruders and their applications.
  7. Gains knowledge about the ethical and safety practices of 3D bioprinters.
  8. Sınıf içinde ingilizce proje sunumu yapar.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIn the 3D Bioprinters course, the basics of 3D bioprinters, their development, mechanical, electronic and software techniques and biomaterial applications are explained.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to additive manufacturing
2nd Week 3D printing basics
3rd Week Translation systems and components
4th Week Translation systems and components
5th Week Electronic components
6th Week CAD design basics
7th Week CAM, G-codes, Slicing and toolpaths
8th Week 3D printing dynamics
9th Week 3D printing software
10th Week Biomaterials for 3D printing
11th Week Microinjection and microsyringe systems
12th Week Bioextruders
13th Week Bioextruder application
14th Week Ethical and safety issues
Recommended or Required ReadingEssentials of 3D Biofabrication and Translation, Authors: Anthony Atala James Yoo, Elsevier, Hardcover ISBN: 9780128009727
3D Bioprinting in Regenerative Engineering: Principles and Applications
edited by Ali Khademhosseini, Gulden Camci-Unal, CRC press, ISBN 9781138197176 - CAT# K31246
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Project
  • Experiment
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 20
Assignment 1 10
Practice 1 15
Project 1 25
Total(%) 70
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 70
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 30
Total(%) 100
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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