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Module Leader
Lecturers
Prof M Sutcliffe (MPFS), Dr T Bashford (TB), Prof A Flewitt (AJF)
Timing and Structure
11 lectures; four discussion meetings. Assessment: 100% coursework. Lectures will be recorded.
Aims
The aims of the course are to:
- Provide a comprehensive overview of biomedical engineering
- Outline the key principles of good engineering design in a biomedical context
- Introduce the concept of system design approach for sustainable improvement
- Describe the technology adoption pathway in healthcare
Objectives
As specific objectives, by the end of the course students should be able to:
- Conduct research and define the issues with existing medical devices or clinical procedures
- Understand how to apply engineering knowledge to solve biomedical challenges
- Communicate and work with healthcare professionals to validate the engineering designs
- Use a broader systems design toolkit to address larger and more complex issues in healthcare
Content
The course has four case studies. Students will 'major' on one case study, but will need to attend (either in person or via recorded lectures) the lectures pertaining to the other case studies to cover all the required elements of the course.
General introduction (3L total) [TB (2L); MPFS (0.33L); GMB (0.33L); AJF (0.33L)]
Introduction of biomedical engineering and systems approach to systems improvement; introduction of four case studies
Brain injury case study (2L) [TB]
Monitoring after brain injury; novel technology; stakeholder acceptance regulatory pathway.
Biomechanics case study (2L) [MPFS]
Knee biomechanics/kinematics; design for the knee replacement; clinical/patient acceptance
Wearable motor augmentation case study (2L) [TM]
Neurological, neuroanatomical and user considerations in the design of augmentation technology, Basics of anatomy, user needs, patient and public engagement, and rapid iterative design cycling.
Biosensor case study (2L) [AJF]
Concept of point-of-care; microfluidic platform-assisted biosensors; manufacturing
Discussion meetings (5L) [Guest mentors (2L); all lecturers (3L)]
Short presentation sessions from guest mentors (University, NHS, industry) and panel discussions; open discussion meetings with lecturers
Further notes
Please note that the number of places is limited and if the module looks likely to be oversubscribed preference will be given to those who initially selected this module in their preliminary selections on COMET.
Coursework
Coursework | Format |
Due date & marks |
---|---|---|
Initial coursework mapping 'canvas' One-page document focusing on the big picture of the chosen case study Learning objective:
|
Individual Report anonymously marked |
End of week 2 [10%] |
Expanded courswork mapping ' canvas' A much expanded version of the first coursework element Learning objective:
|
Individual Report anonymously marked |
End of week 5 [30%] |
Final report Final report - 20 page upper limit, 5,000 word upper limit Learning objective:
|
Individual Report anonymously marked |
End of week 9 [60%] |
Booklists
Please refer to the Booklist for Part IIB Courses for references to this module, this can be found on the associated Moodle course.
Examination Guidelines
Please refer to Form & conduct of the examinations.
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