Introduction to Biomedical Engineering

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Biomedical engineering addresses the application of engineering principles to challenges faced by the health care and life science communities. This course introduces students to the areas of study that comprise this broad field and provides students with guidance toward biomedical career opportunities. Topics of interest include the history of biomedical technology, medical devices, medical imaging, biomedical optics, biomechanics, biomaterials, tissue engineering, rehabilitation engineering, neural interfacing, prosthetics, assistive technology, telemedicine, home care, wearable devices, health care information technology, considerations for diverse populations, and medical ethics.