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Frontiers in Biomedical Engineering

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Duration: 16 weeks
Content: 20 hours
Projects: 3
Mode: Online

Overview

What you'll
be able to do.

This course enables learners to develop an understanding of the relationships between the structures and functions of the human body.
Learners of this course will have a thorough understanding of the following topics
- Mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis within the human body
- Medical Instrumentation and human body signals
- Major types of equipment used in the treatment of certain medical conditions

Curriculum

16 modules,
built with industry.

01Frontiers in Biomedical Engineering16 modules
1. Module 1 - Introduction W01
  - Terms and Positions
  - Basic Unit of Human Body - Cell and its Function
  - Each System and its Function
  - Homeostasis
2. Module 2 - Gastrointestinal systemW02
  - G.I. Tract
  - Oesophagus and Stomach
  - Small Intestine and Large Intestine
  - Accessory Organs
    
    Salivary Glands, Liver, and Pancreas
  - Ingestion, Digestion, and Absorption
  - Factors Regulating Movements in the GI tract
  - Common Problems Associated
  - Surgeries Associated
  - Common Techniques
  - Products Available in the Market for Procedures
3. Module 3 - Urinary System (Urology and Nephrology)W03
  - Anatomy/Structure of Kidney
  - Nephron, Ureter, and Urethra
  - Urine Formation
  - Kidney Stone - Major Problems Associated
  - Common Surgeries
  - Urology vs Nephrology
  - Products Available in the Market for the Procedure
4. Module 4 - Respiratory SystemW04
  - Nose, Pharynx, Larynx, and Trachea
  - Primary Bronchi
  - Lungs
  - Mechanism of Breathing
  - Respiratory Volume
    
    Measurement and Artificial Respiration
5. Module 5 - Cardiovascular SystemW05
  - Blood Vessel - Type and Structure
  - Cardiac Muscle - Structure
  - Action Potential
  - Anatomy of Heart
  - Conducting System of the Heart
  - Sounds of Heart
  - Blood Pressure - Regulation and Measurement Technique
  - Common Problems Associated
  - Surgical Procedures Associated
6. Module 6 - Nervous and Endocrine SystemsW06
  - Organization and Structure of the Nervous System
  - Neurons and Action Potential
  - Central and Peripheral Nervous System
  - Brain
  - Lobes and Cortical Areas
  - Spinal Cord - Introduction
  - Arrangement and Plexus Formation
  - Autonomic Nervous System
  - Divisions and Controls
  - Reflex Mechanism
  - Common Problems Associated
  - Surgery Techniques Associated
  - Introduction to Endocrine System
  - General Functions
7. Module 7 - Introduction to Biomedical InstrumentationW07
  - What is Biomedical Instrumentation?
  - Components of the Biomedical Instrumentation System
  - Static and Dynamic Characteristics of Instrumentation
  - Design Factors for Medical Instruments
  - Basics of Medical Device Standards
  - Future of Biomedical Devices
8. Module 8 - Bioelectric SignalsW08
  - What are Bioelectric Signals?
  - How Biomedical Signals are Generated?
  - Man-instrument System Block Diagram
  - Regulation of Medical Devices
9. Module 9 - Biomedical TransducersW09
  - Transducer and its Characteristics
  - Types of Transducers
  - Common Transducers for Physiological Signals
10. Module 10 - ECG and EEG Acquisition SystemsW10
  - ECG Lead Configuration
  - ECG Machine
  - Multipara Monitoring System
  - EEG Machine
  - Parameters of Respiration and Spirometer
11. Module 11 - Hemodialysis MachineW11
  - Dialysis
    
    Renal System and its Functions
    
    What is Dialysis and Why it is Needed?
    
    Glomerular Filtration Rate
    
    Filtration Factor
    
    Renal Clearance
  - Types of Renal Replacement Therapy
  - Hemodialysis
    
    Working Principle
    
    Hemodialysis Machine
    
    Types of Hemodialysis
  - Peritoneal Dialysis
  - Artificial Kidney
  - Impact on Healthcare and Economics
12. Module 12 - Electric Impulse GeneratorW12
  - What is an Electric Impulse Generator?
  - Cardiac Pacemaker
    
    Natural Pacemaker of the Heart
    
    Cardiac Arrhythmia
    
    Artificial Pacemaker
    
    External and Temporary Pacing
    
    Implantable Cardiac Pacemaker
  - Cardiac Defibrillator
  - Neuro-stimulator
    
    Non-Invasive Neurostimulation
    
    Transcranial Electrical Stimulation
    
    Invasive Neurostimulation
13. Module 13 - Ventilator Machine and Oxygen ConcentratorW13
  - Artificial Ventilation
    
    What is Artificial Ventilation?
    
    Types of Artificial Ventilation
  - Ventilator Machine
    
    Goal of Mechanical Ventilation
    
    Working Principle of a Ventilator Machine
    
    Modes of a Ventilator Machine
    
    10 Maxims of Ventilator Design
    
    Open-source Ventilators
  - Oxygen Concentrators
    
    Oxygen Therapy
    
    How an Oxygen Concentrator Works?
    
    Portable Oxygen Concentrators
    
    Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
    
    Manufacturers of Oxygen Concentrators
14. Module 14 - Heart-Lung Support SystemsW14
  - Cardiopulmonary Bypass
    
    What is Cardiopulmonary Bypass and When it is Needed?
    
    Applications of CPB
    
    Block Diagram and Functioning of CPB
    
    Components of the Heart-Lung Machine
  - Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
    
    What is an ECMO Machine and When is it Used?
    
    Applications of ECMO
    
    Types of ECMO
  - Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD)
    
    What is a VAD and When is it Used?
    
    Application of VAD
    
    Types of VAD
  - Artificial Heart
15. Module 15 - Medical RoboticsW15
  - Medical Robots
  - Surgical Robots
  - Applications of Surgical Robots
  - Rehabilitation Robots
  - Robotic Prosthesis
  - Patient-assist Robots
  - Pharmacy Automation
  - Disinfection Robot
  - Endoscopy Robot
  - Microrobots and Nanorobots
  - Clinical Training Robots
16. Module 16 - Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Safety Guidelines, and Job RolesW16
  - Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare
    
    What is AI?
    
    Rise of AI in Healthcare
    
    Common AI Terms
  - Clinical Applications of AI
  - System Applications of AI
  - Healthcare AI in Industry
  - Ethical Concerns in Medical Research
  - Regulations
  - Medical Device Classification
    
    Indian Standards
    
    FDA Standards
    
    EU standards
  - General Safety and Maintenance Guidelines for Medical Devices
    
    Need for Safety and Maintenance
    
    Preoperation Setup and Calibration
    
    Perioperative Care
    
    Postoperative Cleaning
  - Job Roles in the Healthcare Field

Industry projects

3 projects
you'll ship.

Our projects are designed by experts in the industry to reflect industry standards. By working through our projects, Learners will gain a practical understanding of what they will take on at a larger-scale in the industry. In total, there are 3 Projects that are available in this program.

Explain the Surgical Procedures associated with the Gastrointestinal and Urinary Systems

This is a theoretical project that requires the learners to write a brief report about the two surgical procedures associated with the gastrointestinal and urinary systems. The rep…

Multi-Parameter Patient Monitoring System

Learners are required to design a multi-parameter physiological monitoring system. The design should explain the physiological signals selected with specifications, a schematic dia…

Robotic Surgery for Kidney Transplantation

Learners are required to write a report on robotic surgeries for kidney transplantation. The analysis should include specific requirements, the surgical robot used and the procedur…

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Frontiers in Biomedical Engineering

What you'llbe able to do.

16 modules,built with industry.

3 projectsyou'll ship.