BMET 204 - Biomedical Instrumentation Terminology and Safety 2

Credits: 4
Lecture Contact Hours: 2
Lab Contact Hours: 2
Description: This course is intended to provide students with knowledge of medical equipment in the hospital setting, equipment management, equipment maintenance and other fundamental principles related to Biomedical Engineering Technology.

Prerequisites: Acceptance into BMET program. BMET 116 with a minimum grade of 3.0.
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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Course Competencies

Differentiate between hospital departments.
Evaluate job market opportunities both local and national.
Develop a presentation explaining the use of medical equipment to the Medical Staff.
Summarize the components of a Biomedical Engineering Department.
Apply concepts necessary for passing the BMET Certification Exam.
Network with other BMET’s.
Explain how to use a Watt Meter.
Explain how to use an Electrosurgical Analyzer.
Explain the necessary steps to take an ECG.
Explain the necessary steps to take a Blood Pressure.
Explain how to use an Infusion Tester.
Explain the necessary steps to take a Pulse Oximetry reading.