Case studies of implants are discussed to illustrate biomaterials selection as a key part of implant design. Spring term annually. The application of fundamental electrical engineering principles to form a basis for the solution of many different electrophysiological problems. Spring term annually. Topics include acquiring biomedical images, image correction and enhancement, signal and image processing, and 3-D images.
Applications are to tomographic imaging, ultrasound, and microscopy.
Spring semester, even-numbered years. The engineering science that gives rise to the successful performance of medical instruments when they are connected to living systems. The physical and chemical laws that are applied to sensing, actuating, and control functions in medical devices. Models and designs are discussed in terms of optimum use of fundamental relationships, accommodating fundamental constraints, and meeting medical requirements. Consideration is given to identifying the role of instrument design in the diagnosis of diseases and the therapy to treat those diseases.