This syllabus is valid: 2024-08-26
and until further notice
Course code: 3RA044
Credit points: 7.5
Education level: Second cycle
Main Field of Study and progress level:
Physics: Second cycle, in-depth level of the course cannot be classified
Biomedical Engineering: Second cycle, in-depth level of the course cannot be classified
Established by: Board of undergraduate education, 2022-11-07
Revised by: Programme Council for the Biomedicine Programmes and the Masters Programme in Biomedical Engineering, 2024-02-27
Contents
The course deals with how physiological signals are measured and analyzed in healthcare and medical research, and covers the following areas:
Signal theory, pressure measurement, flow measurement, movement and force measurements, temperature and heat flow measurements, as well as bioelectric and biomagnetic measurement techniques and chemical measurement techniques. The course has two modules: theory part (4.5) and laboratory part (3 credits).
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
The student must be able to
Explain in detail the basic principles of different types of biomedical sensors.
Explain in detail the principles of how signals are recorded, amplified and analyzed within biomedical applications.
Explain in detail how biomedical sensors can be applied in clinical and research contexts. Have in-depth knowledge of measurement applications aimed at the brain.
Skills and Abilities:
The student must be able to
Demonstrate the ability to give an oral and written critical account of how sensors are used in healthcare. Be able to independently analyze a measurement system with regard to measurement uncertainty.
Show ability to independently evaluate and critically compare different sensors for measuring e.g. pressure, flow, temperature or bioelectricity in a physiological context.
Evaluation ability and approach:
The student must be able to
Critically reflect on the role of sensors and measurement systems in healthcare and medical research.
Critically reflect on risk and benefit when using sensors in healthcare.
Required Knowledge
University:At least 90 credits, of which 18 credits in physics, 15 credits in mathematics and 7.5 credits in electronics or physical measurement technology, or equivalent.
English A/6 and Swedish for basic eligibility for university studies if the education is given in Swedish.
Form of instruction
Teaching is Campusbased and is conducted in the form of lectures and seminars as well as supervised laboratories and demonstrations. Participation in demonstrations and laboratories is mandatory. Teaching can take place in English.
Examination modes
Module 1: Theory part 4.5 credits: The module is examined with a written classroom exam. Quizzes are given at the seminars, which can give bonus points for the exam. The grade on the module is assessed as Fail (U), Pass (G) or Pass with Distinction (VG).
Module 2: Laboratory part 3 credits: The module is examined individually with written laboratory reports and oral presentation of the laboratories. The grade on the module is assessed as Fail (U) or Pass (G).
The entire course is given one of the grades Fail (U), Pass (G) or Well passed (VG). In order to pass the entire course, all tests and mandatory modules must be passed. The grade is based on the grade obtained on module 1 and is only given when all mandatory modules have been approved.
A student who has received a passing result on an exam may not take a new exam.
The examiner can decide on deviations from the examination form of the syllabus. Individual adaptation of the form of examination must be considered based on the student's needs. The form of examination is adapted within the framework of the curriculum's expected study results. A student who needs an adapted examination, and who has received a decision on the right to support from the coordinator for students with disabilities at the Student Centre, must request adaptation from the department responsible for the course no later than 10 days before the examination. The examiner decides on an adapted examination, which is then notified to the student.
In the event that the course plan ceases to apply or undergoes major changes, students are guaranteed at least three exam opportunities (including regular exam opportunities) according to the regulations in the course plan in which the student was originally course registered for a maximum of two years from the time the previous course plan ceased to apply.
