91705 Medical Devices and Diagnostics

6cp; 6hpw
Requisite(s): (91702 Medical Science 2 AND (68041 Physical Aspects of Nature OR 68101 Foundations of Physics OR 68037 Physical Modelling))

This subject provides an introduction to the principles of operation and use of typical devices encountered in medical practice. Specific emphasis is given to various methods of transducing information from the body such as pressure, internal voltage signals, (ECG, Emg), temperature, sound, respiratory volumes, and blood oxygen saturation. Principles of active stimulation of various organs such as heart, muscle and the ear are also taught. Fundamental principles underpinning the main medical imaging modalities will also be presented. An overview of the regulatory framework imaging modalities explored is also given.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2006 contribution for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students: $872.38
2006 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,190.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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