Syllabus Information

5.1. Methodological overview

The methodology followed in this course is oriented towards achievement of the learning objectives. It promotes the continuous development of the matter and the relationship between the different parts of this course. A wide range of teaching and learning tasks are implemented, such as lectures where the main contents are presented and discussed; computer lab sessions, laboratory sessions to carry out mechanical characterization of tissue, practical tasks, homework, and specific research activities.

Students are expected to participate actively in the class throughout the semester.

5.2. Learning tasks

The course includes the following learning tasks:

• A01 Lectures (20 hours). The main course contents are presented and student participation is encouraged.
• A03 Computer and experimental laboratory sessions (6 hours). Different lab sessions are carried out. Notes for each lab session where the different activities are planned will be available before the session. In the following days after the lab session, the student should hand in a report of the corresponding lab session.
• A05 Assignments. Different activities/tasks are proposed related to theoretical contents or the research in this field.
• A06 Tutorials. Students may ask any questions they might have about unclear contents of the course.
• A08 Assessment (2 hours). The student will take an exam and submit several reports derived from the computer lab sessions and the assignments.
• Autonomous work and study.

Activities A05 Assignments, A08 Assessment and autonomous work will account for 48 hours.

5.3. Syllabus

The course will address the following topics:

1. Introduction
2. Composition, structure and functionality of the tissues of the cardiovascular system.
3. Elastic behaviour models for the cardiovascular tissue.
4. Inelastic behaviour models for the cardiovascular tissue.
5. Modelling of the blood flow.
6. Modelling of adaptive and degenerative processes in the cardiovascular pathologies.
7. Interaction of intravascular devices and prostheses in the cardiovascular system.

5.4. Course planning and calendar

Further information concerning the timetable, classroom, office hours, assessment dates and other details regarding this course, will be provided on the first day of class or please refer to the EINA website.

5.5. Bibliography and recommended resources

Different research papers in specialized journals. These papers will be referred during the course development.