COURSE UNIT TITLE

: INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL DEVICE TECHNOLOGY

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
BMS 1001 INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL DEVICE TECHNOLOGY ELECTIVE 3 0 0 3

Offered By

Biomedical Equipment Technology

Level of Course Unit

Short Cycle Programmes (Associate's Degree)

Course Coordinator

CANSU GÖÇMEN

Offered to

Biomedical Equipment Technology

Course Objective

This course aims to introduce students to the scope, history, fields of study and basic professional concepts of biomedical device technology. Students are provided with the knowledge of the types of biomedical devices, their working principles, their intended uses and classifications, and general information on the maintenance and repair processes of devices. In addition, students are encouraged to establish a connection between their professional goals and the education they will receive by developing awareness about professional roles and responsibilities.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   1. Recognizes and correctly uses the basic concepts, terms and technical language used in the field of biomedical device technology.
2   2. Explains the types of devices used in medicine and biological systems, their purposes of use, basic features and tasks.
3   3. Understands the working principles, basic components and functions of biomedical devices in detail.
4   4. Can classify medical devices according to their purpose of use, risk group, function and technological structure.
5   5. Explains the historical development of the field of biomedical device technology, important milestones and current technological advances.
6   6. Plans, organizes and applies appropriate technical methods for the maintenance, calibration and repair processes of biomedical devices.
7   7. Defines the areas where a biomedical device technician can be employed; knows the duties, authorities and responsibilities in these areas.
8   8. Understands the content of Biomedical Device Technology education, its relationship with the sector and the employment opportunities of graduates.
9   9. Follows current developments in the field, improves himself/herself with the understanding of lifelong learning and acts in accordance with professional ethical principles.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Week 1 - What is a Medical Device Definition, scope, and purpose of medical devices; their importance in healthcare; comparison between medical and biomedical devices.
2 Week 2 - Historical Development of Biomedical Devices The historical progression of biomedical device technology, key milestones in the world and in Turkey, and technological advancements.
3 Week 3 - The Medical Device Sector in the World and in Turkey Structure of the global and local medical device industry, production, import/export data, market dynamics, and relevant regulations.
4 Week 4 - The Relationship Between Biomedical Technology and Other Sciences Interaction between biomedical technology and basic sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology, electronics, and software engineering.
5 Week 5 - Biomedical Engineering, Medical Engineering, and Clinical Engineering Definitions, scopes of work, distinctions, and relevance to biomedical device technology.
6 Week 6 - Clinical Engineering and Technical Service The role of clinical engineers in healthcare institutions, device management, quality control, and patient safety processes.
7 Week 7 - Medical Terminology Common medical terms used in the biomedical field, Latin-based terms, abbreviations, and key concepts.
8 Week 8 - Midterm Exam
9 Week 9 - Work Areas of Biomedical Engineers and Technicians Work environments such as hospitals, laboratories, manufacturing, maintenance-repair, and R&D; roles and responsibilities.
10 Week 10 - Classification of Biomedical Devices: Medical Imaging Systems Classification, principles, and applications of imaging systems like X-ray, ultrasound, MRI, and CT.
11 Week 11 - Classification of Biomedical Devices: Laboratory and Non-Patient Use Devices Devices used in laboratories (centrifuges, analyzers, sterilizers) and other non-patient-related biomedical equipment.
12 Week 12 - Classification of Biomedical Devices: Operating Room and Intensive Care Devices Introduction to ventilators, anesthesia machines, monitors, defibrillators, and other critical care devices.
13 Week 13 - Classification of Biomedical Devices: Physiological Signal Monitoring Devices Devices such as ECG, EEG, and EMG; their functions, uses, and the physiological parameters they measure.
14 Week 14 -Biomedical Optics Applications of optical technologies in biomedicine: lasers, LEDs, fiber optics, and sensor systems.
15 Week 15 -Biomaterials Properties and applications of biocompatible materials, implants, prosthetics, and surface technologies.
16 Week 16 - Safety in Biomedical Device Technology Electrical and mechanical safety considerations, precautions during device use, and compliance with national/international standards.

Recomended or Required Reading

1. Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Technology, Health Technology Management By Laurence J. Street
2. INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING, John D. Enderle, Susan M. Blanchard, Joseph D. Bronzino
3. Biyomedikal Mühendisliğinin Temelleri, ed. Musa Hakan ASYALI , Sadık KARA , Bülent YILMAZ, NOBEL Akademik Yayıncılık
4. Lecture Notes

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

It is processed with plain explanation supported by slides.

Assessment Methods

To be announced!

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

9 learning outcomes will be measured with the midterm exam and final exam.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

Attendance at 70% of the classes is mandatory.
Any act of cheating will result in disciplinary investigation.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

cansu.gunes@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 14 3 42
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 14 1 14
Preparation for midterm exam 1 5 5
Preparation for final exam 1 8 8
Final 1 1 1
Midterm 1 1 1
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 71

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