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Course: Engineering Sciences & Systems

Device Design

Imagine designing devices that not only meet but transform the standards of healthcare. This course is built to give you a hands-on, technical foundation in the full scope of medical device development. From the selection of biocompatible materials to advanced simulation techniques, you'll gain insights into every stage of device creation. We'll dive into the essentials of biomechanics, sensor integration, regulatory requirements, and more, equipping you to bring safe, effective, and innovative devices to life. You'll learn how to optimize designs for real-world conditions, navigate complex.

• Engineering Sciences & Systems
• Applied Innovation

11 chapters. Online and self-paced, in English, on the BMEssentia Platform.

What you will learn

• Proficiency in End-to-End Device Development: Learn each stage of the device life cycle, from concept to post-market monitoring, mastering the design, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Regulatory Knowledge (FDA & CE Marking): Understand global regulatory requirements, enabling you to create devices that comply with FDA and CE standards and meet ISO guidelines for quality and safety.
• Material Science and Selection Expertise: Dive into the properties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, learning to choose materials based on biocompatibility, durability, and specific applications like implants or wearables.
• Biomechanics for Device Compatibility: Study the interactions between devices and the human musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems, applying these principles to develop implants and prosthetics that work seamlessly with human anatomy
• Bioinstrumentation and Sensor Integration: Gain hands-on skills in selecting and integrating sensors for diagnostic and monitoring devices, mastering signal processing and data collection for real-time health monitoring.
• Simulation and Computational Modeling Proficiency: Use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to validate device designs, simulating stress and fluid dynamics for reliable and safe performance.
• Human-Centered Design and Usability Testing: Develop skills in ergonomic and userfocused design, crafting devices that are easy to use, comfortable, and safe for patients and healthcare providers.
• Clinical Trial Design for Device Testing: Learn to plan, conduct, and analyze clinical trials, from in-vitro tests to human studies, ensuring your device meets rigorous safety and efficacy standards.
• Medical Imaging and Device Compatibility: Design devices compatible with imaging systems, meeting unique requirements for diagnostics, point-of-care, and wearable devices.
• Ethics and Risk Management in Device Development: Address the ethical aspects of device design, mastering techniques for risk analysis, patient safety, and compliance with data privacy regulations.

Modules

1. Introduction to Biomedical Device Design
2. Biomedical Materials Science
3. Biomechanics and Device Interaction with Human Anatomy
4. Bioinstrumentation and Sensor Integration
5. Medical Device Prototyping & Manufacturing
6. Human Factors Engineering & Usability in Devices
7. Regulations, Ethics, and Standards
8. Medical Imaging and Diagnostic Devices
9. Computational Methods & Simulation in Device Design
10. Clinical Trials, Testing, and Validation
11. Case Studies in Successful & Failed Medical Devices

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