A.A.S.
Biomedical Engineering Technology
A 75-credit associate degree for future biomedical equipment technicians. You complete the full Electronics Engineering Technology core, then add an introduction to biomedical technology, anatomy and physiology for technicians, medical device safety and regulation, and a practicum capstone. Students are encouraged to add one equipment certificate (imaging, surgical, critical care or general biomed) as a specialty track.
Outcomes
What you will be able to do
- 01Apply electronics fundamentals to medical equipment
- 02Test medical devices for electrical safety
- 03Work within hospital clinical engineering processes
- 04Troubleshoot common patient care equipment
Careers
Where graduates work
- Biomedical equipment technician (BMET I)
- Field service technician (medical)
- Clinical engineering technician
Curriculum
Term 1
Introduction to Biomedical Equipment Technology
This foundational course introduces students to the essential aspects of biomedical equipment technology, preparing them for a career as a biomedical equipment technician (BMET). It covers the core responsibilities, operational environments, and critical processes involved in managing and maintaining medical technology.
DC Circuit Analysis
Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws, series-parallel networks, network theorems.
Electronics Lab Practices
Virtual lab orientation, measurement technique, safety, DMM and bench power supply simulation.
Technical Algebra & Trigonometry
Applied math for phasors, ratios, and circuit problem solving.
Term 2
Anatomy and Physiology for Technicians
This course provides a foundational understanding of human anatomy and physiology, specifically focusing on systems critical for medical device function and interpretation. Students will learn the structure and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and renal systems to better support and troubleshoot related technical equipment.
AC Circuit Analysis
Sinusoids, reactance, impedance, resonance, transformers, power factor.
Test & Measurement Instrumentation
Oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum basics, measurement uncertainty.
Technical Writing
Lab reports, specifications, and documentation for engineering teams.
Term 3
Medical Device Safety, Standards and Regulation
This course provides essential knowledge of medical device safety, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance principles for technicians. It covers electrical safety standards, device classification, adverse event reporting, and fundamental quality concepts relevant to healthcare technology.
Semiconductor Devices
Diodes, BJTs, MOSFETs, biasing, small-signal models, thermal limits.
Digital Logic Fundamentals
Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic, counters, state machines.
Applied Calculus Concepts
Rates of change, integrals, and transients as used in circuit behavior.
Term 4
Analog Circuit Design
Op-amps, filters, oscillators, instrumentation amplifiers, noise.
Microcontrollers & Embedded C
ARM Cortex-M programming, GPIO, timers, interrupts, ADC, serial buses.
Applied Physics for Electronics
Electromagnetism, energy, and materials behavior in electronic systems.
Term 5
Industrial Controls & PLCs
Ladder logic, sensors, actuators, motor control, process loops.
Power Electronics & Motor Drives
Rectifiers, converters, inverters, switching regulators, protection.
Data Communications & Networking
Signal integrity, serial protocols, Ethernet, industrial networks, IoT links.
Term 6
Biomedical Equipment Practicum Capstone
This capstone practicum integrates advanced troubleshooting skills across interconnected biomedical equipment, including patient monitors, infusion devices, and diagnostic imaging systems. Students will apply professional practices to resolve complex technical challenges in a simulated healthcare environment.
PCB Design & Prototyping
Schematic capture, layout rules, DFM, bring-up and rework.
Troubleshooting & Reliability
Fault trees, root-cause analysis, calibration, preventive maintenance.
Capstone Project
Design, build, document, and defend a working electronic system.
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