Course Overview
IPEA 2 is the second of three mandatory one-credit courses in the International Perfusion Equivalency Assessment (IPEA) process. Each course includes a blend of self-assessments and a comprehensive final exam. A minimum score of 60% on the final exam is required to advance to IPEA 3. IPEA 2 assesses the applicant's requisite and essential knowledge required to deliver safe cardiopulmonary bypass during all phases of cardiothoracic surgery, including initiation, maintenance, and weaning. It will examine their understanding of the physiological principles of extracorporeal circulation, its systemic effects, and crucial aspects of metabolism, anticoagulation, and CPB impacts. Additionally, it covers hemodynamic monitoring for cardiovascular and pulmonary status, pediatric perfusion techniques, and the embryological development of the heart.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in IPEA 7610
Credits
1.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Domestic fees
$342.57
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Meet the National Entry-Level Competency Profile for Clinical Perfusionist to provide safe, effective, compassionate, and ethical patient care in a variety of work environments as well as BCIT Cardiovascular Perfusion Advanced Certificate program learning outcomes. Individual learning outcomes may be viewed on the course outlines of: PERF 7200 - Perfusion Equipment & Techniques 1, PERF 7210 - Perfusion Equipment & Techniques 2, PERF 7220- Perfusion Equipment & Techniques 3, PERF 7300 - Pediatric Perfusion and PERF 7400 - Hemodynamic Monitoring/Diagnostic Imaging.
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
International Perfusionist Equivalency Assessment 2 (IPEA 7620) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Health Sciences
- International Perfusionist Equivalency Assessment (IPEA)
Statement of Completion Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of IPEA 7620 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 70097
Dates
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- CRN 70097
- $342.57 Domestic fees
Continuous Entry, Distance or Online
This is an online learning course. Start any time. You have 4 weeks from the date you register to complete this course.
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
Tami Riley
Course outline
Important information
- Please contact Cardiovascular Perfusion program assistant at perfusion@bcit.ca
Confirmation
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Status
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