University of Calgary : Biomedical Engineering BMEN

Biomedical Engineering BMEN

Instruction offered by members of the Schulich School of Engineering, Faculty of Kinesiology, and for graduate-level courses, other faculties involved in the multi-faculty Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program.

Associate Dean (Academic & Planning) – A. Nygren

Director, BME Graduate Program – M. Kallos

Graduate Courses

Biomedical Engineering 600

Biomedical Engineering Foundations

An introduction to core concepts of Biomedical Engineering including an introduction to biomedical engineering fundamentals. Course allows students to select between a biology focused or an engineering focused fundamental module to complement previous course work (with approval of course instructor).
Course Hours: 3 units; H(4-0)
Also known as: (formerly Biomedical Engineering 611/612/613/614)

Biomedical Engineering 602

Biomedical Engineering Core I

Topics may include an introduction to a) biomedical engineering research, research integrity and ethics, b) career paths and progression in biomedical engineering and c) oral research communication skills.

Course Hours: 3 units; H(2-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit will not be given for Biomedical Engineering 602 and either 605 or 607.
Also known as: (formerly Biomedical Engineering 611/612/613/614)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Biomedical Engineering 604

Biomedical Engineering Core II

Topics may include an introduction to a) research methodology, including experimental design and b) written research communication skills in biomedical engineering, and c) preparation and review of research proposals. Satisfactory completion of this course within one year of first registration will ensure that the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program Research Proposal requirements are met.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(2-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit will not be given for Biomedical Engineering 604 and either 605 or 607.
Also known as: (formerly Biomedical Engineering 611/612/613/614)
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA

Biomedical Engineering 605

Research Seminars in Biomedical Engineering

Reports of studies of the literature or of current research.
Course Hours: 1.5 units; 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: 1.5 units; 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: 3 units; H(3-3/2)

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: 3 units; H(3-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

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