ELEC ENG 3114 - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2023

In this course, you will learn about the fundamental principles, technologies and issues surrounding biomedical engineering. The topics cover a diverse range, including but not limited to: physiological fundamentals, therapeutic devices, implantable devices, tissue engineering, biomedical signal processing and regulation of medical devices. This course is taken as part of the major in medical technologies offered in associated Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) programs.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code ELEC ENG 3114
    Course Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
    Coordinating Unit School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering
    Term Semester 1
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 6 Hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Incompatible ENG 3101
    Assessment Exams, quizzes and assignments
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Mathias Baumert

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Articulate the roles of engineering in medical diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.
    2. Describe the design principles outlined in medical device regulation.
    3. Develop and apply simple mathematical models to characterise and quantify key biophysical processes.
    4. Characterise the relationship between biomolecular principles and biomaterials, tissue engineering, and biomechanics.

    The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for the Professional Engineer.
    The course is designed to develop the following Elements of Competency: 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2.1 2.2 3.2 3.4 3.5 3.6
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)

    Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth

    Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.

    1-4

    Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving

    Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.

    1-4

    Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills

    Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.

    1-4

    Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness

    Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.

    1-4

    Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency

    Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.

    1-4

    Attribute 7: Digital capabilities

    Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.

    1-4

    Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

    Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.

    1-4
  • Learning Resources
    Recommended Resources
    Supporting Texts
    1) Saltzman, W. Mark. Biomedical engineering: bridging medicine and technology, ISBN: 9781107037199
    2) Baura, Gail D. Medical device technologies: a systems based overview using engineering standards, 0-08-096112-6
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    • On-demand lecture videos
    • Weekly workshop sessions
    • Fourth-nightly tutorials
    • Lab practicals  
    Workload

    No information currently available.

    Learning Activities Summary

    No information currently available.

  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment Task Weighting (%) Formative/Summative Due (week)
    Quizzes 25 Summative Weeks 6, 11
    Practicals 15 Formative Weeks 5,7,9
    Tutorials 10 Formative Weeks 2,4,6,8,10,12
    Essay 5 Summative Week 12
    Participation 5 Formative Weekly
    End-of-term test 40 Summative Week 13
    Assessment Detail

    No information currently available.

    Submission

    No information currently available.

    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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