Course Overview
PERF 7500 introduces students to the Perfusion lab and the equipment associated with cardiopulmonary bypass. Students will have the opportunity to reinforce theory through hands-on lab practice on the heart lung machines and bypass circuits. Perfusion safety systems will also be reviewed.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$610.63
International fees are typically 3.4 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:
- Demonstrate safe work place techniques in the lab.
- Identify the components of the heart lung machine (HLM) and the bypass circuit.
- Prepare a dry set-up of the HLM bypass circuit.
- Practice the techniques needed to successfully prime the HLM bypass circuit.
- Identify the important differences between operating a roller head and centrifugal pump.
- Perform the safety systems used to protect the patient during bypass surgery.
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Perfusion Lab 1 (PERF 7500) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Cardiovascular Perfusion
Advanced Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of PERF 7500 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 49746
Dates
Nov 30 - Dec 04 Loading
- CRN 49746
- $610.63 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 30 - Dec 04 | Mon - Fri | 08:00 - 16:00 | Aerospace Technology ATC |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
Victoria Harris
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Please contact the program assistant for approval to register. Lab hours may vary, students are expected to be available from 0700 - 1600 as required.
Confirmation
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Status
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