6 ECTS credits
180 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4021350FER for all students in the 1st and 2nd semester at a (F) Master - specialised level.
Position of the course
The aim of the course is to present students an overview of all steps required to solve a biomedical problem by designing a product prototype and considering the first steps of the business development process. Students will be taught how to apply a methodical way of designing a product, which should lead to enhanced product quality. By creating several possible solutions to a problem the chance to find the optimal solution is enlarged. All parts of the methodical design process will be practiced as group assignments (groups of 4 to 6 students). Since group work is very important part of product development, this will also be taught and practiced. In addition, lectures will be given on aspects of intellectual property rights (patenting), quality assessment and assurance, patient safety regulations, business development. Will also include presentations and testimonies from relevant guest lecturers.
Contents
Designing biomedical products requires a specific methodical design process because of the diversity of the stakeholders, the different background of the project participants, the limitation of the amount of background information, and the complexity of the working environment. During this course tools are taught about:
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This course contributes to the following programme outcomes of the Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering:
MA_A: KNOWLEDGE ORIENTED COMPETENCES
2. integrated structural design methods in the framework of a global design strategy
3. the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes
5. conceive, plan and execute a research project, based on an analysis of its objectives, existing knowledge and the relevant literature, with attention to innovation and valorization in industry and society
6. correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper
7. present and defend results in a scientifically sound way, using contemporary communication tools, for a national as well as for an international professional or lay audience
8. collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
10. develop, plan, execute and manage engineering projects at the level of a starting professional
MA_B: ATTITUDE
12. a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
13. a critical attitude towards one’s own results and those of others
14. consciousness of the ethical, social, environmental and economic context of his/her work and strives for sustainable solutions to engineering problems including safety and quality assurance aspects
MA_C: SPECIFIC BIOMEDICAL KNOWLEDGE
18. To apply acquired knowledge and skills for the design, development, implementation and evaluation of biomedical products, systems and techniques in the health care sector.
21. To be aware of the ethical and socio-economic boundary conditions of research, and act professionally within the context of biomedical technology.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 25% of the final mark.
LEC Presentation determines 20% of the final mark.
SELF Teamwork determines 30% of the final mark.
SELF Report determines 25% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the LEC Presentation category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the SELF Teamwork category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the SELF Report category, the following assignments need to be completed:
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This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Biomedical Engineering: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)