Clinical Devices Laboratory: Techniques

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In this laboratory course, students will conduct hands-on experiments to become familiar with medical devices used for research and clinical practice. Working with ultrasound, electrocardiogram, otoscope, spirometry, pulse oximetry, and other devices as available, students will design experiments to measure, model, and provide mathematical descriptions of biomedical activity. We will discuss appropriate equipment for assessing specific disease states or conditions and use computational modeling to interpret data. This course is appropriate for students with an interest in pursuing a clinical career, working in a medical research setting, or a career in medical devices. Students may not receive credit for both BME 3113 and BME 311X. This course will be offered, at a minimum, in academic years ending in odd numbers. Recommended Background: Basic knowledge of human physiology (e.g., BME 3112 or equivalent) and computer programming (e.g., BME 1004 or equivalent).