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BMET9802: Biomedical Instrumentation

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

This unit assumes a knowledge of basic principles in physics, mathematics, circuit theory and electronics. In particular, some understanding of the following is required: Thevenins and Nortons theorems, Fourier analysis, radiation, filtering, bipolar and field effect transistors, and operational amplifiers. The following topics are covered. Biology of the heart, circulatory and respiratory systems, physiology of nerve and muscle cells, fundamental organization of the brain and spinal cord. Medical instrumentation. ElectrocardioGram and automated diagnosis. Heart pacemakers and defibrillators. The bionic ear. Apparatus for treatment of sleep disordered breathing(sleep apnoea). Medical imaging and signal processing This unit is descriptive and does not require detailed knowledge of electronics or mathematics, but does require an understanding of some key aspects of mathematical and electronic theory. The unit concentrates on some of the practical applications of biomedical engineering to patient diagnosis and treatment.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	BMET9802
Academic unit	Biomedical Engineering
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	ELEC3802 or ELEC8882 or BMET3802
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	A knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology and electrical circuits is required: Ohm's law, Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, basic circuit theory involving linear resistors, capacitors and inductors, operational amplifiers.
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Alistair McEwan, alistair.mcewan@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Individual lab project report Written report highlighting individual work	35%	Multiple weeks	all semster
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Assignment	Group project report Group project reports and presentation	35%	Multiple weeks	All semester
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Small test	Quiz 1 Quiz on weeks 1-3	10%	Week 04	up to 1 hour
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Small test	Quiz 2 Quiz on weeks 4-6	10%	Week 07	up to 1 hour
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Small test	Quiz 3 Quiz on weeks 7-9	10%	Week 10	up to 1 hour
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= group assignment with individually assessed component ?

Assessment summary

Quizzes: complete multiple choice and short answer questions on previous 3 weeks.

Lab report: written report on all lab work and group design project highlighting individual effort and contribution.

Group presentation: presentation of group design project with individual assessment towards contribution and role in the group.

Assessment criteria

Result	Mark	Description
High Distinction	80-100	Work of a high quality is submitted for all learning outcomes
Distinction	75-84	Work of a high quality is submitted for most learning outcomes and all learning outcomes of the unit are met to a satisfactory standard.
Credit	65-74	All learning outcomes of the unit are met to a satisfactory standard.
Pass	55-64	Most learning outcomes of the unit are met to a satisfactory standard.
Fail	0-49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

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We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

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Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Multiple weeks	Biomedical Instrumentation	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Biopotential amplifiers	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Bioimpedance and electrodes	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Cardiac pacing and defibrillation	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Cardiac output, flow sensors	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	EMG and Neuromuscular stimulation	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Respiration	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Ventilation	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Electrosurgery	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Optical sensing	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Power transfer	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Electrochemical sensors	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Magnetic sensing	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Bronzino&Peterson: Medical Devices and Human Engineering https://www-taylorfrancis- com.ezproxy.library.sydney.edu.au/books/mono/10.1201/9781351228671/medical-devices-human- engineering-joseph-bronzino-donald-peterson

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Practice basic circuit theory at a level suitable for use with medical instrumentation; practice signal processing and pattern recognition methods at a basic level for medical image analysis.
LO2. Complete experiments using a clearly defined approach, employ various medical instrumentation for measurements, and practice diagnosis.
LO3. Describe medical instrumentation, explain the principles of biomedical signal processing and medical imaging to the extent of the material presented.
LO4. Apply technical principles and methodologies throughout the course to implement appropriate quality control procedures in the development of biomedical engineering lab experiments.
LO5. Write lab reports to convey complex and technical data in clear and concise terms, and argue persuasively the approach and results obtained in light of the problem or task assigned and the adopted methodology.
LO6. Practice to work in a team, act diverse roles and responsibilities, show initiative and leadership, as well as receptiveness to various contributions and viewpoints to reach a multilateral consensus in the approach and results of lab experiments.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

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Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Better organisation of lectures and tutorials. Updated and clear assessments.

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Late submission

Academic integrity

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Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

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