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UCRC: PROPOSED CURRICULUM CHANGE
COLLEGE: NCE
DEPARTMENT: Biomedical Engineering
NEW COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: BME 385 Cell and Biomaterial Engineering
Laboratory (1-3-3)
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NOTE: If a proposed change does not win the approval of the parties affected, the
procedure for implementing such a change is described in the document passed at the
Faculty Meeting on April 24, 1985. (Contact UCRC chairperson for a copy of that
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PROPOSED CURRICULUM CHANGE
1. Brief description of change proposed: New course addition to Biomaterials track;
new elective for Biomechanics and Bioinstrumentation tracks.
2. Brief explanation of reasons for change:
This is a laboratory course in cell and biomaterial engineering for
students in Biomedical Engineering who have chosen the Biomaterials and
Tissue Engineering track within the B.S. Program. This laboratory course is
designed to provide students with valuable hands-on experience in the field of cell and
biomaterial engineering. The course was designed to fulfill the ABET
requirements for the inclusion of three laboratory courses, one per each track,
into the undergraduate curriculum. It is a natural extension for the BME
department at NJIT to offer an undergraduate course in experimental procedures
in Biomaterials in order to maintain a standard on par with other universities
offering undergraduate degrees in BME.
3. Have all necessary approvals been attained? Yes/No (If not, explain which affected
party has not approved the change.)
4. If the change involves the addition of one or more new courses, please complete and
attach "UCRC - New Course Proposal Outline Form."
5. If the change involves altering the department's curriculum paradigm as currently
outlined in the NJIT catalog, please attach existing and proposed paradigms.
(add any additional information you would like brought to the attention of UCRC here.)
UCRC Action: The committee has voted to:
______ 1. Endorse the proposed change as properly falling within the category checked
and including the appropriate sign-offs.
______ 2. Remand the proposed change back to the originating department for revision or
reconsideration. (See attached note for reasons.)
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Chairperson, UCRC
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UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM REVIEW COMMITTEE
New Course Proposal Form
1. Catalog Description
A.
Course number, title, credits:
BME 385, Cell and Biomaterial Engineering Laboratory (1-3-3)
B.
Prerequisites:
BME303 – Biological and Chemical Foundations of Biomedical Engineering
BME420 – Biomaterials and Biocompatibility
C.
Narrative Description:
This laboratory course is designed to provide students with valuable
hands-on experience in the field of cell and biomaterial engineering.
Experiments include biopolymer fabrication and characterization,
mechanical testing of biomaterials, colorimetric protein assay, cell-based
assay, the basics of cell culture techniques, the basics of light and electron
microscopy, and image capture and analysis. A lecture on the principles of
a given technique will be followed by laboratory activity.
2. Purpose of Course:
A. Why is this course needed? This is a laboratory course in cell and
biomaterial engineering for students in Biomedical Engineering who have
chosen the Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering track within the B.S.
Program. This laboratory course is designed to provide students with valuable
hands-on experience in the field of cell and biomaterial engineering. The course
was designed to fulfill the ABET requirements for the inclusion of three
laboratory courses, one per each track, into the undergraduate curriculum. It
is a natural extension for the BME department at NJIT to offer an
undergraduate course in experimental procedures in Biomaterials in order to
maintain a standard on par with other universities offering undergraduate
degrees in BME.
B. For Whom is it intended? What other students might elect it? It is intended
for juniors and seniors in Biomedical Engineering following the Tissue
Engineering Track. The course is also an upper track elective option for BME
students in the Bioinstrumentation and Biomechanics track who have fulfilled
the prerequisites.
C. Reason for prerequisite (or lack thereof): Students must have a background in
the area of cell biology and biomaterials to take this course.
D.
Is the content duplicated in other courses? Explain. No.
3. Course Detail
Course outline with approximate class-by-class schedule
Class
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
Subject
Colorimetric Protein Assay by Spectrophotometer
Biomaterial Fabrication and Characterization I
Biomaterial Fabrication and Characterization II
Lab Presentations
Mechanical Testing of Biomaterials I: Tension
Mechanical Testing of Biomaterials II: Compression
DNA Quantitation Assay by Microplate Fluorometer
Scanning Electron Microscopy
Optical Microscopy and Quantitative Image Analysis
Lab Presentations
Basic Techniques in Mammalian Cell Culture I
Basic Techniques in Mammalian Cell Culture II
Basic Techniques in Mammalian Cell Culture III
Lab Presentations
Grading:
Lab Assignments and Reports: 75%
Lab Presentations: 15%
Participation: 10%
E.
Probable textbook and references
Laboratory handouts will be provided. The following references may be helpful:
1. “Culture of Animal Cells: A Manual of Basic Technique” by R. Ian Freshney, 5th Edition.
[Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated], Sep., 2005, ISBN: 978-0-471-45329-1
2. “Essential Cell Biology” by Alberts, Bray et. al., 2nd edition [Garland Science], Sep., 2003,
ISBN Number 081533480X
3. “An Introduction to Tissue-Biomaterial Interactions”, Kay C. Dee, David A. Puleo, Rena
Bizios, [Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated], Sep., 2002, ISBN: 978-0-471-25394-5
F.
Number of hours of lecture, recitation, and laboratory
1 hour of lecture, 3 hours of laboratory
4. Course Mechanics
A.
Who can and will teach the course?
Faculty from the Biomedical Engineering Department.
B.
How often will the course be offered?
Spring Semester
C.
What costs are associated with introducing the course?
None
D.
What space is required?
The laboratory space in FENS 625
E.
What new equipment is needed
None
F.
What staff time is required?
Normal
G.
Estimated enrollment:
20 per semester
H.
For whom is the course designed?
Biomedical Engineering students
COURSE ADDITION/CHANGE FORM
This information will be used to update the on-line University Catalog upon the review and
approval of the Undergraduate Curriculum Review Committee or the Graduate Council.
College: ________________
Course Change
Crs. Subject: _________
Department: ______________________________________
Crs. Number: _________
Crs. Title: _______________________________________________________________
Description of Change:
Semester change will take effect: _____________________________________
New Course
Crs. Subject: BME_________
Crs. Number: 385_________
Crs. Title: Cell & Biomaterial Eng Lab ______
(31 character limit for SIS)
Crs. Title: Cell and Biomaterial Engineering Laboratory
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(50 character limit for catalog)
Description of course to be used in catalog (500 character limit):
This laboratory course is designed to provide students with valuable hands-on experience in the
field of cell and biomaterial engineering. Experiments include biomaterial fabrication and
characterization, mechanical testing of biomaterials, colorimetric protein assay, cell-based assay,
the basics of cell culture techniques, the basics of light and electron microscopy, and image
capture and analysis. A lecture on the principles of a given technique will be followed by
laboratory activity.
Lecture/Recitation Hrs.: 1_____ Lab/Studio Hrs.: 3_____ Total Contact Hrs.: 3_______
Semester new course will take effect: Spring 2009__________
Required Course Approvals:
Department Chairperson: _________________________________
UCRC/Graduate Council Chair: ____________________________
Date Catalog Updated: ______________________
Date: _______________
Date: _______________