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BME 402Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements

3 credits · Biomedical Engineering · Penn State

Biomedical measurements, including consideration of techniques, equipment, and safety. BME 402 Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements (3) This course is designed to introduce students to the principles, applications, and design of instruments used in biomedical research and applications. The emphasis is on engineering design and analysis with supplemental discussion of relevant physiological principles. Topics covered include: sensors, biopotential signal origin, amplifiers, filtering, electrodes and signal processing; pressure and flow measurement in the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, chemical biosensors, therapeutic devices, and medical imaging modalities. Students will learn to analyze and design instrumentation and measurement systems through a variety of techniques including in-class examples, homework problems, and active participation.

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  • Biomedical Engineering, B.S.