This course deals with normal anatomy and physiology. Topics include the integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous and endocrine systems, as well as an introduction to microbiology. Three unifying themes, the interrelationships of body organ systems, homeostasis, and the complimentary of structure and function help students understand how the human body works.

Today’s employers give preference to job candidates who are team players with strong verbal communication skills. This course will help students find their voice and develop their ability to work in teams, giving them the competitive advantage they need in today’s job market. It will also strengthen reading comprehension, writing ability, presentation skills and computer application proficiency, all of which are skills fundamental to success in college and in the workplace.

In this course, you will learn to design and test analog electronic circuits using the Multisim simulation software. You will use the LabVIEW software to interface inputs, outputs and control a process. You will also learn to use Microsoft Excel spreadsheet for technical applications, such as tables, calculations, graphing, and charts.  You will also learn about the Arduino Uno microcontroller and C programming. You will learn how to integrate Multisim, MS Excel, MS Word documents into a formal technical report.

This one-semester course designed to educate the student in DC Electric circuit fundamentals. This course is the foundation and prerequisite for multiple electrical and electronic courses, in your program of studies. The course begins with the coverage of SI units, scientific notation, atom structure and electrical quantities. It proceeds with Ohm¿s law, electrical power, series, parallel and series-parallel circuits, which is the backbone of electric circuit theory. The course concludes with an introduction to Magnetism/Electromagnetism, alternating current/voltage and the mathematical analysis of sinusoidal waveforms.  Throughout this course the student is required to complete weekly lab experiments and an associated lab report.

This course introduces the student to the principles and concepts of biomedical engineering.  Students gain an understanding of the breadth and depth of the discipline and their rate in the contemporary healthcare environment.  Topics are introduced here that are explored in greater depth in subsequent courses

The purpose of this course is to refresh and upgrade existing mathematical skills such as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and more.  Emphasis is placed on developing problem solving techniques by applying these math topics to related engineering problems.  Portions of this course will be spent supporting the first year Physics course PHYS 1131.  It is configured as four one hour classes per week.

This course introduces the basic terminologies, principles and clinical applications of biomedical equipment, including multi-parameter testers, simulators and analyzers.

This course helps students learn the principles and applications of digital electronics. Students receive theoretical and practical training while gaining the foundation for more advanced study. Topics include basic logic gates, inverting logic gates, arithmetic circuits, Boolean algebra, and reduction techniques. Students have ample opportunity to put their training into practise, working on arithmetic circuits in digital computing and control, and the use of CPLDs to solve logic designs.

This course is a continuation of Electricity 1 (ELEC 1131), which focused on DC fundamentals (series, parallel, series-parallel and magnetism).  Electricity II begins with an introduction to the analysis of Capacitors and Inductors in DC and AC circuits. The course proceeds with the study of Transformers, RC and RL circuits. It concludes with the analysis of RLC circuits, resonance and passive filters.  Throughout this course the student is required to complete weekly lab experiments and an associated lab report. Lab experiments are used to measure and verify the electrical principles related to the various subject areas covered by the course.

In this course, you will learn the basic of Electronic circuits and devices. The course begins with the analysis of the P-N junction, which is the foundation of most electronic devices. The course then proceeds with an in-depth analysis of the diode, and its various circuit applications such as rectification, filtering, voltage regulation and light-emitting diodes. Power supply regulators ICs are also introduced. You will then study the basic of transistor, transistor biasing, and transistor amplifier configurations. Electronic circuits will be designed and tested using Multisim, the electronics simulation software.

This is the second of the two first year mathematics courses.  Students develop problem solving skills by applying topics of study to related practical problems.  Topics of study include: quadratic equations; systems of linear equations in two and three unknowns; trigonometric functions; exponents and radicals; direct and indirect variation; complex numbers; sequences; exponents and logarithms; and analytical geometry.  It is configured as four one hour classes per week.

This course builds on the concepts learned in BIOMEDICAL TERMS AND DEVICES I (BMDV 4131).  In this course the biomedical technologist learns about physiological measurements with pressures; respiratory systems and equipment; the nervous system and methods of measuring nervous and brain function.  It also includes an introduction to batteries and computers in biomedical environments.

This course is a continuation of Digital Circuits I (CIRD 1131). Students gain a greater understanding of the principles and applications of digital electronics through theory and practical applications. Topics include arithmetic operations and circuits, multiple Xers and demulti plexers, latches and flip flops, sequential logic and counters. Practical applications in computing and control are emphasized. Students use the 74LS TTL and 74HC CMOS series in lab sessions, advanced CPLD designs and applications.

Electronic Circuits II is a continuation of Electronic Circuits I.  Class A, B, AB, and C power amplifiers are investigated to reveal their power efficiencies.  The Field Effect Transistor (FET) and the MOSFET’s (Metal Oxide Field Effect Transistor) will be introduced; new parameters will be determined and different FET and MOSFET biasing circuits such as self-bias, gate bias and voltage divider bias will be studied. Hence, different amplifier configurations of common source, common drain, and common gate, will be presented.

Opto-electronic devices including photo cell, photo resistor, photo diode, photo transistor and opto-couplers will be studied. The OP-AMP (Operational Amplifier) will be introduced and to concluded, Thyristors (switching devices) such as SCR, SUS, DIAC, TRIAC, and UJT will be covered. 

Theoretical knowledge is integrated with lab exercises. Circuits are assembled and tested to observe whether they comply with theoretical expectations. 

This course will use the circuit simulation software Multisim and the interactive computer program LabVIEW.  This course is configured as 3 hours of lecture and a 2-hour lab per week.

This foundation course focuses on topics related to the creation and interpretation of engineering drawings using AutoCAD 2011 as a drawing tool. The content includes most topics related to the creation of a new product from initial sketching to: detailed design definition in 2D and and the creation of engineering drawing(s), detail and assembly, including selection and creation of the necessary views, dimensioning, notes, and title block. Related topics and concepts needed to complete drawings such as tolerancing and fasteners are visited.

The intent in this course is that the student will be able to produce a set of engineering drawings using a CAD system that fully documents a design and can be used by the shop or trades people to implement the design.

This course in Physics introduces the students of Biomedical Technology to some of the concepts which will benefit them in their study of the more advanced subjects in the second and third years. Topics in this course will include SI units, mechanics, temperature, heat, light, waves, nuclear physics and nuclear energy. There will also be included a number of discussions of a general education nature. These will include how Physics is studied, how scientists work and how modern physics affects our everyday life.

Technical Communication is the “art and science of making complex technical information accessible, usable and relevant to most people in most settings.”  This course reinforces and expands on technical communication skills introduced in first semester, which students will require in the workplace. Students will learn to select and use appropriate research, language, and layout for different technical documents, while further developing their written and verbal communication skills and their ability to work in a team.

Biomedical Terms & Devices III builds on the concepts learned in Biomedical Terms and Devices I and II.  In Biomedical Terms and Devices III, students learn about physiological measurements with laser systems and equipment, the laboratory, electro surgery, physiotherapy and specialized rooms, battery management and medical RF interference in biomedical environments.

This course builds upon the generic computer aided drafting and design skills learned by the student in their introduction to AutoCAD course in the first semester. it is one semester course designed to educate the student in the basics of electronics symbols and schematics, circuit simulation with Multisim, printed circuit board design and layout with Eagle software and actual printed circuit board (PCB) productions and electronic project fabrication. To successfully complete this course each student will create all of the necessary electronic and mechanical drawings for a 5v fixed and dual-tracking 0- 15v variable DC power supply. As well, the student will fabricate the printed circuit board from their drawing, punch the holes in the power supply case and assemble all the components to produce a functional power supply.

The goal of this course is two-fold.  Primarily it assists students in developing a well planned and organized job search plan. In order to accomplish this, students develop professional cover letters, resumes, portfolios and career action plans. The second goal of this course is to introduce students to subject matter which will assist them to meet today’s workforce challenges. An introduction of Organizational Behaviour is explored including; Understanding and working with management to attain company and career goals, working and communicating in a team environment, functioning and managing stress in today’s workplace and understanding why organizational change and development take place.

This course is a continuation of Digital Circuits II (CIRD 2131). Students further their understanding of the principles and applications of digital electronics. In addition, students examine more advanced concepts such as shift registers, parallel to serial, serial to parallel, ring counters, multi-vibrators and interfacing to the analogue world using A/D and D/A circuits. Using the TTL and CMOS logic families, students gain plenty of practical computing and control experience, implementing complex logic functions with CPLDs.

This course educates students about the theory of operation and the practical implementation of the industrial controls systems used in medical applications and health care facilities. Industrial electrical symbols, ladder diagrams, relays, motor starters, human interface devices, industrial sensors and motor control circuits are covered in detail. The laboratory component of this course provides practical experience and the numerous control devices used in the health care industry.

Electronics Circuits III is a continuation of Electronics Circuits II. One of the most versatile and widely used electronic devices in linear applications is introduced in this course, the operational amplifier or op-amp.

Different op-amps will be studied and given the data sheets of the component, its major characteristics including open-loop gain, slew rate, input voltage range, input impedance, CMRR, input bias current, offset bias current, input offset voltage and output impedance will be determined and compared to those of an ideal op-amp while evaluating their impact on a circuit design.

Negative feedback op-amp circuits will be explained, analyzed and designed and many circuits such as analog adders/subtractors, constant current sources, current-to-voltage converters, voltage-to-current converters, phase shifters, window detectors, filters, oscillators and waveform generators will be designed and troubleshooted. 

The course is complemented by a lab program which will reinforce skills in electrical measurement and analysis of observed data.  The lab experiments will also allow the student to verify principles dealt with during the lecture periods. 

This course will use the circuit simulation software Multisim and the interactive computer program LabVIEW.  This course is configured as 2 hours of lecture and a 2-hour lab per week.

This course will introduce students to the fundamental legal principles applicable to businesses in Canada.  Students will gain an understanding of the Canadian Legal System, Dispute Resolution, Contract Law, Business Torts, Property Law, Employment Law, Intellectual Property Law, as well as the key distinctions between Civil and Criminal Law.  Students will examine the legal theory in a practical manner through case scenarios and case analyses.

This course focuses on measurement and processing and their application to medical instruments and devices.  Students learn about sensors and transducers used to measure and control electrical signals.  The laboratory component of this course provides practical experience in trouble-shooting and involves the first part in the development of student designed medical device.

Biomedical engineers are on the doorstep of managing all healthcare technology and instrumental in the evolving roll of the chief technology officer. This course focuses on the development of current management skills, decision criteria, analytical techniques, financial controls, quality and the search for innovative ideas in the application of a comprehensive approach to medical technology management.  Skillful and competent technology management are key elements in the operations and future performance of healthcare.

The computers and networking course provides electronics and biomedical engineering technology students with the fundamental skills to install and maintain small computer networks. The course starts with the pc and uses hands-on labs to master installation, upgrading, maintenance and basic troubleshooting of workstations. The course then continues with networking the workstations, design of small local area networks, installations and maintenance of a small network. The student will also look at wireless technology and storage area network with specific application in industry.

Students become familiar with the concepts of dialysis technology, theory and practice. The physiology of renal failure and body function are covered, as well as the operation of dialysis machines, artificial kidney use, water treatment, and facility design.

Elective general education courses appear in your program of study as GNED 0000. This is called a “placeholder.” This placeholder is replaced by an actual course that you will select from a list of available "elective" general education courses when you register in the relevant semester.

Please note that the type and number of elective courses available will vary from semester to semester and from year to year.

Please visit the General Education website for more information.

This course is designed to educate students in the theory of operation common in medical imaging devices. Students gain an overview of the components, systems, and serviceable components of the various devices. The laboratory component of this course provides practical experience in our x-ray fluoroscopy lab.

Students learn how equipment failure is addressed, the role of the technologist in medical/legal issues, forms and record keeping, as well as the risks associated with the improper use and alteration of equipment. Topics include the use of safety and standards for medical equipment, their use with patients in and outside of clinical settings and adherence to AAMI, CSA and IEC standards for medical equipment.

This course is a continuation of BIOMEDICAL INSTRUMENTATION I (BMIN-5131).  It includes advanced analogue and digital measurement and processing and their application to medical instruments and devices. Topics include understanding noise, data analysis and medical instruments.  The laboratory component of this course is a continuation of Biomedical Instrumentation I and provides advanced trouble-shooting skills and involves the completion of a student designed medical device.

Students examine patient care with respect to the complex patient population. Using medical technology, students also learn about the ability to monitor, diagnose and restore valuable patient records.

This course is a continuation of BMDL5131, dealing with the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of dialysis machines, artificial kidney use, water treatment, and facility design

Learn more about the prominent environmental issues of our time.  This course will focus on timely issues in the environmental field that present varying degrees of risk to the health of humans, ecosystems and our planet.  It will be a look beyond the media headlines at the policies, politics and basic science of our most interesting environmental challenges.  Topics will include climate change, arctic ecosystems, water conservation and water quality, endocrine disrupting substances (gender benders), renewable energy, resource depletion, the dilemma of pesticide use and natural toxins. The course will begin with a brief look at the responsibilities of the federal, provincial and municipal governments as they relate to environmental matters.  Then, each issue will be considered in the Canadian and global context.

Students prepare a detailed report and present it to their peers, both orally and in writing.

This course is a continuation of MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEMS I (BMIS 5131).  Students gain an overview of imaging systems, as well as various imaging modalities including X-ray, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and MRI, PACS and RIS. Topics include the serviceable components of the various devices.

This course is a continuation of Safety Standards/Risk Management I (BMSS 6131).  Students apply their new safety and standards knowledge in actual situations where preventive maintenance, service and/or repair is required.  Records of the event are logged according to standards and filed for analysis.