University of Calgary : Biomedical Engineering BMEN

Biomedical Engineering BMEN

BMEN 301 309 405 407 409 500 501 509 511 513 515 517 519 605 607 609 611 612 613 614 619

Instruction offered by members of the Schulich School of Engineering and Kinesiology.

Associate Dean (Academic, Planning & Research) – R. Brennan

Director, Centre for Bioengineering Research and Education – E. Vigmond

Senior Courses

Biomedical Engineering 301

Introduction to Biomedical Engineering

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.
Course Hours: H (3-2)

Biomedical Engineering 309

Anatomy and Physiology for Engineers

Physiological terminology and anatomical planes of reference; cell biology and physiology; includes structure and function of musculoskeletal, cardiac, nervous, gastrointestinal and respiratory tissues and systems; diseases and disorders of those systems; design constraints for bioengineering products.
Course Hours: H(3-3/2)

Biomedical Engineering 405

Biological Tissue and System Mechanics

To understand the constitutive and structural behaviour of complex biological tissue: mechanical and electro-chemical properties of biological tissues, nonlinear and time-dependent behaviour, functional adaptation to load, multi-phasic materials, anisotropic and composite materials, structural and micro-structural behaviour, hierarchical modelling from system to tissue to cell, failure theories.
Course Hours: H(3-1T-2/2)
Prerequisite(s): Engineering 317 and Biomedical Engineering 309.

Biomedical Engineering 407

Cell Culture and Tissue Engineering

Mammalian cell culture, including nutrient metabolism, growth kinetics and scale up to bioreactors. Cell adhesion, cell aggregation, cell motility. Forces on cells, stress and strain, fluid shear. Mass transfer in tissues, extra-cellular matrix and tissue microenvironments, biomaterials, artificial organs. Therapeutic molecule production from genetically engineered cells.
Course Hours: H(3-1T-2)
Prerequisite(s): Biomedical Engineering 309.

Biomedical Engineering 409

Bioelectricity

The generation, transmission, and measurement of electrical events generated by the excitable cells which compose the heart, brain, and muscle. Starting with the behaviour of ions in solution, a description of biologically generated electricity is built up to ultimately relate cellular activity to body surface potentials as measured by the electrocardiogram and electroencephalogram. Equivalent electrical circuit representations of biological structures are derived. Physiology specific to the organ being studied will be given.
Course Hours: H(3-1T -2/2)
Prerequisite(s): Biomedical Engineering 309 and 327.

Biomedical Engineering 500

Biomedical Engineering Research Thesis

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.
Course Hours: M(1-8)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth- or fifth-year standing in the Engineering program of choice.
Notes: Pre-term study is required.

Biomedical Engineering 501

Biomedical Engineering Project

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.
Course Hours: H(1-2)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth- or fifth-year standing in the Engineering program of choice.
Notes: Pre-term study is required.

Biomedical Engineering 509

Introduction to Biomedical Imaging and Applications

Principles of various imaging modalities used in Biomedical engineering applications, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, PET, SPECT. Image processing operations: filtering, enhancement, feature extraction, pattern recognition and image reconstruction. Image registration and integration of different imaging modalities.
Course Hours: H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth- or fifth-year standing in the Engineering program of choice.

Biomedical Engineering 511

Biomaterials and Biocompatibility

Basic chemical and mechanical properties of biological and synthetic materials and their role in biological system health, dysfunction, and repair. Role of microstructure, material properties, and biocompatibility aspects in selection of biomaterials for medical or industrial applications. Incorporation of biomimetic concepts in material design. Topics may include artificial and tissue engineered products, implants, prostheses, biofilms, biosensors, and foreign body response.
Course Hours: H(3-2/2)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth- or fifth-year standing in the Engineering program of choice.

Biomedical Engineering 513

Photogrammetric Techniques for Reconstruction and Manipulation of Biomedical Data

Basic photogrammetric principles. Photogrammetric techniques for biomedical applications; image acquisition, camera calibration, bundle adjustment, conventional and x-ray imagery, accurate geometric measurements; multivariate least-squares estimation and object reconstruction from 2D and 3D imagery. Other photogrammetric techniques, including laser scanning, range cameras, and coded light projection. Applications in motion capture, implant measurement, facial measurement, and computer-assisted surgery.
Course Hours: H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth- or fifth-year standing in the Engineering program of choice.

Biomedical Engineering 515

Bioengineering Methods in Systems Biology and Physiology

Concepts from systems theory, differential equations, and stochastic processes applied to physiological and biological systems. Experimental and computational approaches to the study of gene expression and gene networks. Use of quantitative model-based approaches for integrative analysis of physiological and biological functions. Case studies of applications to disease mechanisms and the drug discovery process.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Applied Mathematics 307.

Biomedical Engineering 517

Biomedical Device Development

Medical device development and how it differs from other types of device development. Identification of market needs. Quality system requirements. Requirements for regulatory approval, including risk classifications, testing standards and human factors considerations. Importance and timing of intellectual property protection, especially patents. Commercialization considerations and pathways. Financing of new medical devices. Medical device industry-specific examples will be presented.
Course Hours: H(3-1T)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth- or fifth-year standing in the Engineering program of choice.

Biomedical Engineering 519

Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering

Current topics in Biomedical engineering.
Course Hours: H(3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the BMES Director or designate.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Graduate Courses

Biomedical Engineering 605

Research Seminars in Biomedical Engineering

Reports of studies of the literature or of current research.
Course Hours: Q(1.5S-0)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Biomedical Engineering 607

Research Seminars in Biomedical Engineering

Reports of studies of the literature or of current research.
Course Hours: Q(1.5S-0)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Biomedical Engineering 609

Anatomy and Physiology for Biomedical Engineers

Advanced instruction on human skeletal structure, types of connective tissues, structure of joints, muscle and organ structure and function, cardiac physiology, blood properties and flow, introduction to autonomous nervous system, and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Other topics will be covered dependent on the interests of the instructor and students.
Course Hours: H(3-3/2)

Biomedical Engineering 611

Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering - Core Area

An introduction to biology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology and biomedical engineering fundamentals.
Course Hours: Q(3-0)
Antirequisite(s): (formerly Biomedical Engineering 601)

Biomedical Engineering 612

Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering - Research Areas

Detailed discussion on current biomedical engineering topics, including current local and international research and industry, with an emphasis on local strengths.
Course Hours: Q(3-0)
Also known as: (formerly Biomedical Engineering 601)

Biomedical Engineering 613

Frontiers of Biomedical Engineering - Scientific Communication

An introduction to technical (oral and written) communication to diverse audiences.
Course Hours: Q(3-0)
Also known as: (formerly Biomedical Engineering 603)

Biomedical Engineering 614

Frontiers of Biomedical Engineering - Research Methods

An introduction to research methodology in biomedical engineering, experimental design, research integrity, ethics, and preparation and review of research proposals. Satisfactory completion of this course within 1 year of registration will ensure that the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program Research Proposal requirements are met.
Course Hours: Q(3-0)
Also known as: (formerly Biomedical Engineering 603)

Biomedical Engineering 619

Special Problems in Biomedical Engineering

Designed to provide graduate students, especially at the PhD level, with the opportunity of pursuing advanced studies in particular areas under the direction of a faculty member.
Course Hours: H(3-1)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

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