Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Biomedical Chemistry and Structural Materials
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
OENG1229 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
172H School of Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 1 2024, Sem 1 2025 |
Course Coordinator: Dr Anita Quigley
Course Coordinator Phone: Contact via Teams
Course Coordinator Email: anita.quigley@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 080.07.030-03
Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the principles of chemistry and their applications in biomedical contexts. The Chemistry component explores key areas, including organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, alongside an introduction to reaction kinetics. You will gain foundational knowledge and develop practical skills to understand chemical reactions and their significance in scientific and engineering disciplines.
The Biomedical Chemistry component focuses on the chemistry of biological macromolecules, the use of analytical techniques to study these biomolecules, and their applications in biomedical devices. You will also examine the chemical processes in the human body, their relevance to health, and how the body’s biological responses can influence the performance of biomedical devices.
Through interactive laboratory sessions, you will apply problem-solving techniques and reinforce theoretical concepts. These hands-on experiments will enhance your understanding of the connections between chemistry, biology, and biomedical engineering, preparing you for real-world challenges in the healthcare and biomedical industries.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for:
BH069P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) (Honours)
PLO 1. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of scientific theories, principles and concepts and engineering fundamentals within the engineering discipline
PLO 2. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced body of knowledge within the engineering discipline
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for:
BH069 Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) (Honours)
Knowledge and Skill Base
1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
CLO1 Apply knowledge of Biomedical Chemistry to solve complex problems in biomedical contexts
CLO2 Analyse biomolecules using biomedical techniques
CLO3 Analyse the utilisation and measurement of biological molecules in the design and operation of biomedical devices
CLO4 Collaborate to prepare reports and self-appraise performance
CLO5 Explain the role of various chemical reactions involved in enzyme catalysis and metabolism
Overview of Learning Activities
Learning activities for this course include online lectures, tutorials, and laboratory experiments. The theoretical background will be explained, and various real-world engineering problems will be discussed and analysed in the online lectures and tutorials. The basic principles of biomedical chemistry and mechanics will also be demonstrated and reinforced through laboratory experiments.
Overview of Learning Resources
Learning resources in this course include:
- Online learning activities.
- Recommended readings from textbooks, online sources, and designated references; and
- Workshop/tutorial activities.
Online resources will be made available via the RMIT Learning Management System (LMS)
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Quiz, 20%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO5
Assessment Task 2: Reports, 45%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO4
Assessment Task 3: Time-tabled in-person assessment, 35%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO5
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.