Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LM Additive manufacturing and 3D printing for healthcare applications
School	Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical Engineering
Module Code	04 32456
Module Lead	Sophie Cox
Level	Masters Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-12 hours Seminar-6 hours Tutorial-6 hours Project supervision-24 hours Demonstration-2 hours Guided independent study-50 hours Total: 100 hours
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Description	This module introduces key technical aspects related to the use of additive manufacturing or 3D printing technologies within the healthcare technologies field. Learning is contextualised through the use of industrial case studies and demonstrations of existing custom devices while also understanding the regulatory framework. Learning spans from understanding the specific design considerations for additive manufacturing technologies, knowing the fundamental principles of different processes and the various materials that may be formed using these methods. Current uses of these technologies will be reviewed and development opportunities within the healthcare sector discussed to provide a future perspective.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Describe key features of various additive manufacturing or 3D printing technologies Select appropriate manufacturing processes for different biomaterials considering the intended healthcare application Understand the implications that additive manufacturing has on design development for medical devices Demonstrate an ability to recognise opportunities within the healthcare sector for additive manufacturing or 3D printing
Assessment	32456-01 : Coursework : Coursework (80%) 32456-02 : Presentation : Presentation (20%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 30% pre-recorded group presentation & virtual Q&A session; 70% written report (Canvas). Reassessment: 100% coursework
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