Biomedical Engineering Design module (BE32001)

You will be introduced to design strategies of biomedical devices. You will also have the opportunity to further your problem-solving skills.

You will visit industrial partners. They will provide you with projects based on current engineering problems. You will also work on a design project related to biomedical devices. This will allow you to further your skills and apply your knowledge in a practical project.

What you will learn

In this module, you will:

• showcase design of products and components
• evolve your understanding of a technical file for product design. This will comprise code, CAD, circuits, and materials analysis
• apply statistical approaches (factor of safety and reliability, testing, and design)
• illustrate plastics product design where applicable
• showcase material selection in product innovation
• study engineering design case studies
• develop industrial problem solving ability

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• show evidence use of 3D CAD/CAM systems (e.g. SolidWorks)
• show evidence use of circuit schematic, printed circuit board (PCB) layout, and circuit simulation (e.g. SPICE)
• prepare for project planning
• work on a problem-solving project in collaboration with industry

Assignments / assessment

• problem-solving industrial project (100%)

You will work in a group, but you will be assessed individually

There will be opportunities to discuss your progress on a weekly basis. The companies will also be able to provide feedback to you.

This module does not have a final exam.

Teaching methods / timetable

• lectures
• classes on CAD stations

You will have detailed guidance and discuss your work with professors on weekly basis. You will meet the company contacts and be expected to explain your progress regularly. Much of your time is spent in independent technical development.