BMED-4490

Sensors and Instruments

The engineering science that gives rise to the successful performance of medical instruments when they are connected to living systems. The physical and chemical laws that are applied to sensing, actuating, and control functions in medical devices. Models and designs are discussed in terms of optimum use of fundamental relationships, accommodating fundamental constraints, and meeting medical requirements. Consideration is given to identifying the role of instrument design in the diagnosis of diseases and the therapy to treat those diseases. Prerequisite: ECSE-2410. Spring term, odd-numbered years.

4 credit hours