Teaching
Biomedical Engineering 455
Basic concepts in transport phenomena, including fluid dynamics (momentum transport), mass (molecular transport) and heat transfer (energy transport), with applications to biological systems, both medical and non-medical. Topics in fluid dynamics include: properties of Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids; dimensional analysis; drag; differential/microscopic balances (continuity and Navier-Stokes equations); boundary layer approximations. Topics in mass transfer include transport of chemicals in channels, diffusive and convective molecular transport. Topics in heat transfer include elements of conduction and convection.
Undergraduate Level, Winter
Biomedical engineering 500
A directed studies research project in an area of interest, directed by a project advisor/faculty member within the faculties of Engineering, Kinesiology, Science or Medicine. Includes a lecture component covering the scientific process, ethics, review of literature, and writing scientific proposals and manuscripts. The course culminates with a written thesis and presentation. Projects may involve experimental, analytic, or computer modeling studies.
The website of BMEN500 and BMEN 501: http://ucalgary.ca/BMEN500BMEN501/
Undergraduate Level, Fall/ Winter
Biomedical engineering 501
A directed studies project in an area of interest, supervised by a project advisor/faculty member within the faculties of Engineering, Kinesiology, Medicine, or Science. Includes a lecture component covering topics including the scientific process, ethics, review of literature, patent searches, market analysis, and technology evaluation. The project involves choosing a particular product, process, or theory relevant to biomedical engineering, researching it, and justifying its selection. A final report and presentation are required.
Undergraduate Level, Fall/ Winter
Manufacturing Engineering 529
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and devices including microsensors and microactuators. Principles of operation, material properties, fabrication techniques including surface and bulk micromachining, IC-derived microfabrication techniques, sensing and actuation principles, sensor dynamics issues, circuit and system issues, packaging, calibration, and testing. Illustrative examples include (1) micromachined inertial sensors and actuators for manufacturing processes, (2) microactuator arrays for "smart surfaces," (3) biosensors for medical applications, and (4) transducers for aerospace applications.
Undergraduate Level, Fall
Biomedical Engineering 301
Fundamentals of biological systems and the application of engineering principles to solving problems in medicine. Topics include pharmaceuticals and drug delivery, instrumentation and devices, physiological and biological measurements, biomechanics, the Scientific Method, and the Canadian health care system. Applications may include cardiovascular, neural, and musculo-skeletal systems.
Undergraduate Level, Fall