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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Introduction To Biomedical Technology | |||
| Reference | AS3148 | Version | 2 |
| Created | August 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
| Approved | March 2018 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | September 2021 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To provide the students with an introduction of biomedical Technology in the context of diagnosis and treatment of diseases. To provide the students with an understanding of the different body systems. To provide the students with an understanding of the different disciplines in biomedical technology. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Assess the history of biomedical technology |
| 2 | Discuss the nature and the role of the different body systems |
| 3 | Understand the importance and relevance of biomedical technology in the diagnosis and treatment of disease |
| 4 | Discuss the relevance of the different disciplines in biomedical technology |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| History of biomedical technology, Interface between biomedical science and technology, overview of the healthcare system and related industries, introduction to biomedical technology disciplines such as bioinformatics, biomaterials, tissue and genetic engineering, medical device, prosthesis, clinical imaging. Organisation of the body, cell physiology, nervous system, locomotor system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, excretion, skin, immunology and aging. |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| This is a lecture-based module supplemented by directed reading and seminars. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 70% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 3, 4 |
| Description: | An essay on a particular topic relevant to the subject. | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 30% | Outcomes Assessed: | 2 |
| Description: | Type Closed book exam | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| The first grade represents Component 1 (CW1) weighted as major and the second, Component 2 (EX1), weighted as minor. A minimum module grade of D is required for a pass, with compensation of grade E in Component 1 or Component 2 permitted. Non-submission of either component will result in an NS grade. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | AA, AB |
| B | AC, AD, AE, BA, BB, BC, CA |
| C | BD, BE, CB, CC, CD, DA, DB |
| D | CE, DC, DD, DE, EA, EB, EC |
| E | AF, BF, CF, DF, ED, EE, EF, FA, FB, FC, FD |
| F | FE, FF |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | J Enderle and J Bronzino. Current Edition. Introduction to Biomedical Engineering. Elsevier. |
| 2 | M L. Yarmush, M Toner, R Plonsey, J. D. Bronzino. Current Edition. Biotechnology for Biomedical Engineers. CRC Press |
| 3 | Marieb, E.N. Current Edition. Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology. Pearson/Benjamin Cummings |
| 4 | Martini, F. and Nath, J.L. Current Edition. Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. Addison-Wesley. |
| 5 | Tortora, GJ and Derrickson, BH. Current Edition. Introduction to the Human Body: The Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology. Wiley. |