Course Overview
Introduce systems approach to study biomedical instrumentations and systems. Describe the characteristics of biological signals and introduces methods to collect, process, display and record such signals. Discuss principles of operation, functional block diagrams, technical specifications, schematic diagrams, performance testing procedures and common problems of selected biomedical devices. Lab exercises are coordinated with lecture content.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
6.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Use systems approach to analyze biomedical devices.
- Describe the characteristics of common physiological parameters.
- Choose and configure transducer circuits to collect and process physiological signals.
- Explain functional building blocks of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.
- Read, interpret and trace signal flow in schematic diagrams of selected biomedical devices.
- Perform electrical safety and performance assurance inspections on selected biomedical devices.
- Use equipment manuals in operating and servicing biomedical devices.
Effective as of Fall 2020
Related Programs
Biomedical Devices Technology 1 (BMET 3301) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Health Sciences
- Biomedical Engineering Technology
Diploma Full-time
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