Biomedical Equipment Technology
Course Description
| Course No. | Course Title | Credits |
| EET 101 | DC Electricity and Instrumentation | 4 |
| This course introduces the student to the theory and operation of basic DC circuits, circuit construction, operation and troubleshooting. The student will also gain practical experience in soldering, digital multi-meter usage, and Ohm’s Law applications for testing and troubleshooting electric circuits. | ||
| EET 102 | Alternating Current and Passive Devices | 4 |
| This course introduces the student to circuitry basic to AC electrical theory. It identifies the fundamental differences between AC and DC energy sources and circuit components. It also introduces oscilloscope usage, AC units, nomenclature and electromagnetism. The course will also cover inductors, transformers, and capacitors and their effects in AC circuits. The concepts of RCL circuits and their use as passive filters will be covered. Prerequisite: EET 101 |
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| EET 103 | Semiconductors Principles & Applications I | 4 |
| This course provides an introduction to semiconductor theory, the different types of semiconductor components, their symbols, characteristics, and uses. Basic power supplies and amplifiers are covered, concentrating on characteristic waveforms, theory and troubleshooting. Practice is provided regarding diodes, transistors and circuit applications. Prerequisite: EET 102 |
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| EET 104 | Semiconductors Principles & Applications II | 4 |
| This course continues the study of bipolar transistors by introducing their utilization in large signal amplifiers and coupling techniques. Field effect transistors and subfamilies are then covered. The operational amplifier and its characteristics and configurations are thoroughly covered. Amplifier troubleshooting is included, highlighting methods of determining causes and locating problems. The thyristor family of electronic components is introduced by emphasizing characteristics, circuitry, and methods of troubleshooting. Prerequisite: EET 103 |
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| EET 105 | Digital Electronics I | 4 |
| This course begins by familiarizing the student with the fundamental gates, numbering systems and simplification techniques used for the implementation of digital circuitry. It continues by discussing different IC specifications and interfacing problems found between different families of digital logic. The later portion of the course studies the different digital codes, seven segment displays and flip-flops with emphasis placed throughout the course on symbology, nomenclature and troubleshooting. Complex programmable logic devices are included throughout this course. Prerequisite: EET 104 |
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| EET 106 | Digital Electronics II | 4 |
| This course continues the study of digital electronics by introducing counters, registers, arithmetic logic circuits and digital to analog interfacing. It examines the circuitry of each section with emphasis on characteristic waveforms and troubleshooting. Complex programmable logic devices will be used throughout this course as an additional modeling tool. Prerequisite: EET 105 |
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| BET 201 | Medical Equipment Standards and Testing | 4 |
| The student will be introduced to the requirements and methods of testing medical equipment for conformance with industry standards and manufacturer’s specifications. Students will then be introduced to the hierarchy of statutes, regulations, standards including accreditation standards, and hospital policies for medical equipment safety. Students will perform extensive testing to verify conformance with national standards and manufacturer’s specifications. Students will learn standard practices for electrical safety testing, equipment management and medical ethics as they pertain to the Biomedical Technician. Prerequisite: EET 106 |
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| BET 202 | Introduction to Medical Telecommunications & Networking | 4 |
| This course introduces the student to information and practice regarding data communications, beginning with an overview of what telecommunications is and including understanding of key terms. The student will then learn the fundamentals of modulation, multiplexing, and basics of cabling and cabling terminations. The student will progress to wireless data communication, and on to today’s digital networking principles and protocols and their implementation in medical information networks. Prerequisite: BET 201 |
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| BET 203 | Physiological Monitoring Devices | 4 |
| The beginning of this course is an explanation of the types of hazards encountered in the hospital environment and the role of the BMET in controlling them. It continues by discussing the different types of transducers and electrodes used with biomedical equipment. The course concludes by examining ECG and pressure monitors, concentrating on the test equipment used to test and verify accuracy. Prerequisite: BET 202, EET 106 |
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| BET 204 | Life Support Systems | 4 |
| This course is an overview of the types of medical equipment needed to support patients with life threatening problems. Examples of such equipment are defibrillators, pacemakers, ventilators and hemodialysis units. The function of each type of equipment is discussed. Some pieces of equipment are examined thoroughly in relation to functional testing, preventive maintenance, parts identification, and description of circuits. Prerequisite: BET 203 |
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| BET 205 | Specialized Medical Systems | 4 |
| This course describes the different types of specialized medical equipment found in the hospital environment. Lasers, x-ray, ultrasound imaging and nuclear imaging equipment are examples of the topics covered. The basic theory and function of each piece of equipment is explained with emphasis on patient and personal safety. Hands-on testing of ultrasound and x-ray imaging systems are performed. Prerequisite: BET 204 |
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| BET 207 | Internship | 4 |
| This experience is designed to expose the student to the actual hospital environment. Students are placed into a hospital after meeting all prerequisites and academic requirements. Students are expected to adhere to all hospital policies and regulations during their internship. The internship exposes students to actual hospitals and their staff, departments, patients, and equipment. In the internship, the student performs preventive maintenance, safety analysis, and minor repairs on selected pieces of medical equipment. (No compensation) Prerequisite: BET 205 |
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| BET 208 | Cooperative Educational Experience | 4 |
| This work experience is designed to expose the student to an industrial, commercial, or clinical environment. Students are placed into a contracted facility after completing 50 credit hours, having a 2.00 GPA, and meeting all other program prerequisites and academic requirements prior to their final spring semester. Students are expected to adhere to all policies and regulations associated with the facility. Students will work on projects selected to expose the student to “live” work situations, while building upon the student’s knowledge, skill and attitude as an entry-level technician and will be used to grade the student’s performance for the course. (Compensation) |
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