Biomedical Instrumentations 2 EQUP 4230

Course description:

Electrical safety and precautions required in medical applications. Electrocardiography (ECG), analog and digital processing of ECG signals. Measurement of blood pressure, heart sound, flow and volume of blood. Statistical analysis of heart rate and blood pressure measurements. Basic respiratory system measurements. Principles of clinical lab instrumentation. Term project.

Course Aims:

Describe techniques used to display, process, characterize, and analyze bio-signals including ECG, EMG, and evoked potential
Design a noise-filtering instrumentation amplifier for amplifying low-level differential signals with high common mode voltages

Course outcomes:

By the completion of the course the student should be able to:

  • Sketch and Describe block diagrams for a variety of medical devices used in hospitals (laboratory, therapeutic, blood pressure and blood flow measurements)
  • Develop the ability of self learning.
  • Choose sensors and design instruments to monitor a physical phenomenon
  • Explain the concept of operation of multiple devices in the medical field
  • Develop the ability to design instruments to satisfy specific needs
  • Recognize the principles of electrical safety and the potential hazards in the laboratory and clinical environments
  • Cooperate efficiently as a team member in completing laboratory projects
  • Develop skills important for self learning such as problem solving and critical thinking.