BME 201 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MATH 114

Introduction to the field of biomedical engineering and the role of bioengineers. The class will cover a number of human diseases and discuss biomedical engineering techniques that are being developed to improve healthcare.

Lecture Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

BME 289 Research Experience - BME (1-3 crs)

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

This course provides research opportunities in Biomedical Engineering for students in their first or second year of their major studies.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

BME 291 Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: CHEM 105 or CHEM 115; PHYS 231; BME 201

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

• Field trips optional. A total of no more than nine credits from BME 291 and BME 491 may be applied toward major or graduation.

Lecture and possibly laboratory or field work in the study of current topics in Biomedical Engineering of special interest to students and faculty.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits

BME 301 3D Printing in Medicine (3 crs)

This course will introduce students to the emerging use of 3D Printing in medicine. Students will learn the process of taking medical imaging data to the production of physical anatomic models. The course will cover the basics of imaging, methods used to create 3D computer models from imaging data, the processing of imaging files with CAD software and the conversion into files that are compatible with 3D printing.

Lecture Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

BME 320 Clinical Problems in Biomedical Engineering (3 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 201, BIOL 221, and BIOL 314. BIOL 221 and BIOL 314 can be taken concurrently.

Lectures and discussions to investigate advances in the use of engineering approaches to address key clinical problems that exist in the medical field. Engineering topics will include: bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, biomaterials, biomechanics and medical devices. This course builds on the Engineering and Biology principles introduced in BME 201.

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

BME 330 Biomedical Engineering Instruments and Measurements w/lab (4 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 320; PHYS 232; MATH 312

Principles and the application of instrumentation that are used for medical measurements and observing physiological variables. The class will focus on the detection of signals, data acquisition and processing, and display of signals. Topics will include; respiration, heart sounds, temperature, and blood pressure. Hands on practical experience with biomedical instrumentation will be included.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

BME 340 Biomaterials (3 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 320 (can be taken concurrently) or MSE 350

Introduction to the role of materials used in medicine such as polymers, metals, ceramics, hydrogels, and smart polymers. Discussions of key biological principals involved with using materials in humans will include cell adhesion, extracellular matrix, cell-biomaterial interactions, inflammation and rejection.

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

BME 370 Medical Imaging (3 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 330, PHYS 240

Introduction to the engineering, scientific principles and computation associated with medical imaging technologies including; X-ray, computed tomographic, ultrasound, magnetic resonance, and nuclear imaging. A brief overview of optical technologies and biophotonic approaches will be covered.

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

BME 395 Directed Studies (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 GPA in Biomedical Engineering

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course is designed to allow a single student or a group of students to pursue their educational goals and interests under the direction of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

BME 399 Independent Study - Juniors (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum junior standing.

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course provides junior-level students with research opportunities in Biomedical Engineering.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

BME 425 Biomechanics (4 crs)

Prerequisite: PHYS 232, BME 320

Statics and dynamics principles applied to the human body to determine forces provided by muscles and impacts on joints. Topics include statics, dynamics, inverse dynamics, fluid dynamics, materials properties of the body and prosthesis design. Labs include anthropometric measurements, analysis of human movement, and measurements of properties of biological materials.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

BME 430 Cell and Tissue Engineering w/lab (4 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 320

Introduction to the principles and techniques of cell and tissue engineering. Labs will be focused on growing and manipulating human cell lines and conducting a range of cell biology assays. Experiments on creating 3D engineered scaffolds and associated assays will be conducted.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

BME 450 Medical and Implantable Devices w/lab (5 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 330; BME 340 (or concurrent)

Topics will include the theory and applications of therapeutic implantable devices such as pacemakers, defibrillators, artificial skin, and drug delivery systems. Discussion of the role of host reaction to biomaterials, inflammation, and wound healing. Biological testing of devices and prostheses; medical product development, quality assurance for medical products; FDA and ISO requirements for medical devices will also be included.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

BME 460 Biological Systems Analysis (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MATH 312; BME 320; PHYS 240

Computational and mathematical modeling of biological processes (system dynamics and frequency-domain analysis). Topics covered will include population models, metabolic networks, biological oscillation, and dynamics of infectious diseases.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

BME 486 BME Capstone I (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 256 or concurrent enrollment; BME 320; MSE 307; MSE 386 or departmental consent

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

First of a two-course capstone sequence. Hands-on, project-based experiences including engineering design, problem solving and Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 4

BME 487 BME Capstone II (2 crs)

Prerequisite: BME 486

•This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Second of a two-course capstone sequence. Conclusion of student-designed projects accompanied by preparation of multiple technical documents.

Attributes: LE-I1 Integration

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 4

BME 493 Collaborative Internship (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: 2.50 total GPA; minimum junior standing

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

This course provides students an opportunity to participate in collaborative projects that are performed on campus under the supervision of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

BME 494 Off-campus Biomedical Engineering Internship (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: 2.50 total GPA; minimum junior standing

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

Off-campus internship with a regional company or other partner, including professional development training and reflection.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

BME 499 Independent Study - Seniors (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum senior standing

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course provides senior-level students with research opportunities in Biomedical Engineering.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

MSCI 291 Special Topics in Materials Science (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: CHEM 104 or CHEM 109 or CHEM 115; PHYS 232; MSE 221

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

• Field trips optional. A total of no more than nine credits from MSCI 291 and MSCI 491 may be applied toward major or graduation.

Lecture and possibly laboratory or field work in the study of current topics in Materials Science of special interest to students and faculty.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits

MSCI 384 Materials Science Junior Seminar (1 cr)

Prerequisite: MSE 286

Career preparation for Materials Science majors, including ethics and other discussions relevant to the major. Will include seminars with external speakers and class discussions of relevant issues.

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 1

MSCI 385 Materials Science Junior Seminar II (0.5 crs)

Prerequisite: MSCI 384

The second course in the junior seminar course sequence. Will include seminars with external speakers and class discussions of relevant issues.

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: .5

MSCI 395 Directed Studies (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 GPA in Materials Science or Materials Science & Engineering comprehensive majors

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course is designed to allow a single student or a group of students to pursue their educational goals and interests under the direction of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

MSCI 399 Independent Study - Juniors (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum junior standing.

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course provides junior-level students with research opportunities in Materials Science or Materials Science & Engineering.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

MSCI 484 Materials Science Capstone I (1 cr)

Prerequisite: MSE 350; Credit may not be earned in both MSCI 480 and MSCI 484

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

First of a two-course capstone sequence. This course emphasizes hands-on, project-based experiences that are formulated and executed by the student.

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 2

MSCI 485 Materials Science Capstone II (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSCI 484; Credit may not be earned in both MSCI 485 and MSCI 481

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Second of a two-semester capstone sequence. This course emphasizes writing projects based on student designed experiments.

Attributes: LE-I1 Integration

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 4

MSCI 491 Special Topics in Advanced Materials Science (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: MSCI 300. Limited to Materials Science or Materials Science & Engineering majors.

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

• Field trips optional. A total of no more than nine credits from MSCI 291 and MSCI 491 may be applied toward major or graduation.

Lecture and possibly laboratory or field work in the study of current topics of Materials Science of special interest to advanced students and faculty.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits

MSCI 499 Independent Study - Seniors (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum senior standing.

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course provides senior-level students with research opportunities in Materials Science or Materials Science & Engineering.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

MSE 120 Introduction to Engineering (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MATH 109 or concurrent enrollment.

A comprehensive study of the engineering design process. Discussion of engineering disciplines with comparisons. The laboratory portion of the course includes design projects from various engineering disciplines.

Attributes: LE-S3 Creativity

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 1

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

MSE 221 Living in a Materials World (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MATH 114 or concurrent enrollment. No credit if taken after MSCI 100.

The interplay of the structure, properties, and processing of technological materials and their impact on performance. Societal benefits of sustainable, biomimetic, or responsible materials selection.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 256 Introduction to Computer Aided Design (1 cr)

Prerequisite: MATH 109 or concurrent enrollment.

The course provides an introduction to 3-dimensional computer aided design and modeling.

Lecture/Discussion Hours:0

Lab/Studio Hours: 3

MSE 286 Engineering Sophomore Seminar (1 cr)

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Career preparation for materials science, materials science and engineering, and biomedical engineering majors. Will include seminars with external speakers and class discussions of relevant issues.

MSE 289 Research Experience - MSE (1-3 crs)

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

This course provides research opportunities in Materials Science & Engineering for students in their first or second year of their major studies.

Repeat: Course may be repeated

MSE 307 Engineering Statistics (4 crs)

Prerequisite: MATH 114.

• Enrollment before or concurrent with MSE 368 recommended. This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Principles of engineering experimentation and data collection, elementary probability distributions, use of confidence intervals and significance tests in engineering design and decision-making, use of statistical software, design of experiments, statistical process control

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

MSE 315 Materials Characterization (4 crs)

Prerequisite: CHEM 103 or CHEM 115 and PHYS 211 or PHYS 231 or concurrent enrollment.

A survey of commonly used materials characterization methods (XPS, SEM, AFM, XRD, XRF), including their theory of operation and hands-on experience. Includes a discussion of the measurement process and instrumental analysis of samples.

Attributes: LE-S3 Creativity

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 4

MSE 334 Soft Materials (4 crs)

Prerequisite: CHEM 325 and MSE 221

Includes in-depth soft materials topics such as synthesis and processing, structure-property relationships, and applications of soft materials.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 350 Thermodynamics of Materials (4 crs)

Prerequisite: MSCI 100 or MSE 221 or GEOL 312; CHEM 104 or CHEM 109 or CHEM 115; C or above in MATH 215; PHYS 232 or concurrent enrollment.

•This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Survey of the laws of thermodynamics and their application in Materials Science including phase equilibria. Mathematical skills relevant to engineering applications are discussed in the lab section.

Grading Basis: No S/U Grade Option

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 2

MSE 357 Phase Transformation & Kinetics (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 221; MATH 215; CHEM 104 or CHEM 109 or CHEM 115

Phase transformations are explored with emphasis on microstructure development, the impact of diffusion, and nucleation/growth mechanisms.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 362 Microelectronic Materials Processing (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 350; MSE 357 or concurrent enrollment. No credit if taken after MSCI 362

• Formerly MSCI 362.

The fabrication of microelectronic devices is discussed, and the thermodynamics and kinetics that impact process design. Methods and practices are reviewed.

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 363 Microelectronic Materials Processing Lab (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 350 or CHEM 433 or PHYS 332. No credit if taken after MSCI 363

• Formerly MSCI 363.

The fabrication of microelectronic devices is explored. Methods and practices for photolithography, etching, and deposition are studied in a lab setting.

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 0

Lab/Studio Hours: 4

MSE 367 Macroprocessing of Materials (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 357

Processing approaches for major categories of bulk materials. Topics range from raw materials to forming and finishing of final products.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 368 Macroprocessing Materials Lab (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 367 or concurrent enrollment.

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Practical and analytical aspects of processing techniques and investigation of structure-property-processing relationships using hands-on experiences.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 0

Lab/Studio Hours: 6

MSE 372 Transport Phenomena (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MATH 312

Principles of momentum, heat, and mass transport. Applications of appropriate differential equations and boundary conditions to solve problems in materials processing.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 374 Electrical, Optical and Magnetic Properties of Materials (4 crs)

Prerequisite: PHYS 332 or MSE 350

• Credit may not be earned in both MSE 374 and PHYS 374.

A description of the behaviors of crystalline solids. Topics include crystallography, diffraction, and the electrical, optical and magnetic properties of materials. Semiconducting materials and devices will also be discussed.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 4

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 386 Engineering Junior Seminar (1 cr)

Prerequisite: MSE 286 and limited to declared Materials Science and Engineering majors or declared Biomedical Engineering majors

Career preparation for materials science and engineering and biomedical engineering majors, including ethics and other discussions relevant to the major. Will include seminars with external speakers and class discussions of topical issues.

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 1

MSE 387 MS&E Junior Seminar II (0.5 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 386; Limited to Materials Science and Engineering majors

The second course in the junior seminar course sequence. Will include seminars with external speakers and class discussions of relevant issues.

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: .5

MSE 395 Directed Studies (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 GPA in Materials Science or Materials Science and Engineering or Biomedical Engineering majors

Consent: Department Consent Required

This course is designed to allow a single student or a group of students to pursue their educational goals and interests under the direction of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

MSE 406 Failure Analysis and Prevention (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 350 or MSE 357

Analysis of mechanical failure in materials systems, and strategies for mitigating failure risks.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 451 Computational Materials Science (3 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 350 or PHYS 333 or CHEM 434.

Theory and application of computational methods to model, understand and predict the behavior of materials. Labs provide hands-on experience in solving real materials problems using computational approaches.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 2

Lab/Studio Hours: 3

MSE 475 Nanomaterials (3 crs)

Prerequisite: CHEM 104 or 109 or 115, and one of the following: MSE 350, or PHYS 333, or CHEM 434.

Quantum behavior and statistical mechanics of nanomaterials, plus modern synthesis methods, electronic and optical applications, biomaterials.

Lecture/Discussion Hours: 3

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

MSE 486 MS&E Capstone I (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 256 or concurrent enrollment; MSE 307 or instructor consent; MSE 350; MSE 386 or departmental consent

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

First of a two-course capstone sequence. Hands-on, project-based experiences including engineering design, problem solving and Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 4

MSE 487 MS&E Capstone II (2 crs)

Prerequisite: MSE 486

• This course requires access to a laptop computer which can be brought to class when required. Please see the Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department laptop requirement: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/materials-science-biomedical-engineering/academic-offerings/materials-science-biomedical-engineering-laptop-requirements/

Second of a two-course capstone sequence. Conclusion of student-designed projects accompanied by preparation of multiple technical documents.

Attributes: LE-I1 Integration

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 4

MSE 493 Collaborative Internship (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: 2.50 total GPA; minimum junior standing

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

This course provides students an opportunity to participate in collaborative projects that are performed on campus under the supervision of a faculty member.

Attributes: Internship

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

MSE 494 Off-campus Materials Science Internship (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: 2.50 total GPA; minimum junior standing

Consent: Instructor Consent Required

Off-campus internship with a regional company or other partner, including professional development training and reflection.

Attributes: Internship

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only