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 fundamental principles underpinning transduction techniques such as pressure, internal voltage signals, temperature, sound, fluid volumes, and light as applied in the measurement of blood pressure, cardiac output, ECG, body temperature, respiratory volumes and capacities and blood oxygen saturation. Principles of active stimulation of various organs such as heart, nervous tissue and muscle are also taught. Fundamental imaging principles relevant to medical imaging modalities such as ultrasound, X-ray, CT and endoscopy are also presented. An overview of the medical device regulatory framework is explored.
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Spring semester, City campus
2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $889.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,250.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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