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Healthcare Engineering Technology Management (BMET)
  • BMET 10500 Introduction to HETM (1 cr.) Class 1. Students will explore the discipline of healthcare engineering technology management (HETM) and the professional practice of technicians in the field.  Certification, codes of ethics, and potential career paths will be explored.  A visit to a clinical HETM department will be included in the experience.
  • BMET 20900 Microprocessor Applications (2 cr.) P: ECET 10900 This course will explore fundamental microprocessor theory and applications in health care technology. Hardware and software in specific equipment will be discussed.
  • BMET 21900 PC & Microprocessors for HETM (3 cr.) P: ECET 10900 This course explores fundamental computer and microprocessor components and theory including applications in health care technology.  Hardware and software in specific clinical equipment will be discussed.
  • BMET 22000 Applied Human Biology for HETM (3 cr.) P: ENG-W 131 or equivalent Class 3. This course presents the human biology, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology essential for biomedical equipment technicians and the devices involved in patient care. Focus is on the vocabulary necessary for effective medical communication skills in the hospital environment as part of the health care team.
  • BMET 24000 The Technology of Patient Care (3 cr.) P: BMET 22000 and ECET 10700 Class 3. An overview of medical equipment used in the hospital and other medical environments to diagnose and treat patients. Sensors and physiological signals will be explained. Equipment found in various hospital departments and medical specialties will also be discussed. Patient safety and regulations will be emphasized.
  • BMET 29000 Biomedical Equipment Technician Practicum (4 cr.) P: BMET 32000 or C: BMET 32000. Class 3. Practice working in industry as a BMET. Students work on a variety of medical equipment and job tasks. Students receive some training in the form of in service and orientation programs. An employer evaluation, student report and a minimum of 180 work hours are required. Students may need to successfully complete a criminal background check.
  • BMET 29500 HETM Internship (1 cr.) P: Completion of BMET 24000 with a grade of C or better, overall GPA of 2.0 or higher. C: P or C: BMET 32500. Students experience an internship in the clinical setting exploring the professional practice of healthcare technology and the support of patient care.  Students receive training through in-service and orientation programs.  A minimum of 180 work hours are required.  Students may be required to pass a physical exam, TB test, background check or proof of immunizations including Rubella.
  • BMET 29900 Biomedical Engineering Technology (1-3 cr.) Hours and subject matter to be arranged by staff.
  • BMET 31000 Introduction to Radiography Systems (3 cr.) Class 3. P: 22000 or equivalent and basic knowledge of electronics. The fundamentals of diagnostic radiography equipment will be explored. The principles of an X-ray system will be explained including the X-ray generation, image formation and film processing. Focus will be on both safety and quality.
  • BMET 31500 Introduction to Imaging Modalities (3 cr.) P: BMET 24000 The fundamentals of diagnostic imaging equipment will be explored.  The principles of x-ray-based systems will be explored.  Components and features of MRI, ultrasound, PET, and nuclear medicine will be discussed.  Image storage and communication protocols will be presented.
  • BMET 32000 Biomedical Equipment Systems (4 cr.) P: C or better required for BMET 24000 and ECET 15700. Class 3, Lab 2. Hands-on study of medical instrumentation. Topics will include lasers, surgical microscopes, electrosurgical equipment, IV and PCA pumps, anesthesia delivering equipment, patient monitors, infection control and safety, NIBP equipment, defibrillators, an overview of imaging equipment and computer applications in medicine.
  • BMET 32500 Healthcare Devices and Systems (3 cr.) P: BMET 24000 C or better and ECET 15700. Hands-on exploration of the professional practice of the support of technology involved in patient care.  Topics will include patient monitoring equipment, IV and PCA pumps, surgical equipment, infection control and safety, life support equipment, and an overview of imaging modalities.
  • BMET 39900 Biomedical Engineering Technology (1-3 cr.) Hours and subject matter to be arranged by staff.
  • BMET 40100 Clinical Applications of RFID (3 cr.) P: BMET 21900 Radio frequency identification technology fundamentals will be explored as well as applications within the clinical setting.  Current technologies, vendors, and trends will be discussed.
  • BMET 40200 Networking for Healthcare Systems (3 cr.) P: CIT 40200 and BMET 32500 Students explore the clinical applications of computer networks, integrated medical devices, interoperability, and electronic medical records.  Special emphasis will be on security and HIPAA compliance associated with physiological data.  Hands-on learning will be involve campus-area hospitals.
  • BMET 42000 Technology and Special Populations (3 cr.) P: BMET 32500 or equivalent. Class 3. This course focuses on special patient populations in the clinical environment and the equipment that supplements their care. Groups would include neonates, cardiac intensive care patients, surgical patients and trauma. Emphasis is placed on medical needs and the related technologies.
  • BMET 44000 Codes, Regulation & Patient Safety (3 cr.) P: BMET 32500 or equivalent. Class 3. This course explores applicable NFPA 99, JCAHO, CLIA and other regulatory agencies and their regulations governing medical equipment in the clinical environment. Case studies will be used to provide examples of interpretation and application.
  • BMET 47000 Special Topics in BMET (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 110 and BMET 32000 or equivalent. Class 3. This course will focus on present facts and discuss trends. Current journal articles and research will support the presentations.
  • BMET 49000 Project Planning and Design (3 cr.) P: Three BMET 30000 or 40000 level courses and BMET 29500 Students are expected to prepare an individual design in collaboration with industry and or the clinical setting. This course will introduce the applications of project management to the student's design. Topics include project scope, scheduling, resource limitations, stakeholder interactions, delivery and quality assurance.
  • BMET 49100 BMET Senior Project (3 cr.) P: Three BMET 30000 or 40000 level courses and ECET 49000. Class 3.  Extensive individual design and/or evaluation performed in collaboration with faculty and health care team members. Project is performed under the supervision of health care team members. Relation to the clinical environment required. Written and oral presentation of results are required.
  • BMET 49200 Capstone Project (1 cr.) P: BMET 49000 Extensive individual design and/or evaluation performed in collaboration with faculty and health care team members.  Project is performed under the supervision of health care team members.  Relation to the clinical environment required.  Written and oral presentations of results are required.
  • BMET 49300 HETM Ethics and Professionalism (1 cr.) P: BMET 29500 and Senior Standing in Program. Students will explore ethical, social, political, legal and ecological issues that practicing BMETs may encounter. Particular emphasis will be placed on patient safety and privacy issues.
  • BMET 49900 Biomedical Engineering Technology (1-3 cr.) Hours and subject matter to be arranged by staff.

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