Program Overview

Professional/Short Course Life Science for Clinical Engineering

Course Overview

The Professional/Short Course Life Science for Clinical Engineering is a 45 credit level 4 module designed to introduce apprentices to the foundation knowledge of applicable physiology and medical equipment in a modern healthcare environment.

Course Details

• Course code: USSJS3451
• Application: University
• Level: Professional/Short Course
• School: School of Applied Sciences
• Campus: Frenchay
• Duration: Approximately 18 weeks
• Delivery: Hybrid (on-campus/online)
• Course Director: Rob Bauld

About the Course

This introductory module develops the necessary knowledge, skills, and processes to ensure that students can report on and confirm the safety of medical equipment commonly encountered in clinical engineering. Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

• Apply basic cellular, tissue, and anatomical terminology to describe and explain the structure, function, and common pathologies of key human physiological systems in the context of clinical engineering activities.
• Explain the importance of diverse pathogenic microorganisms in the context of disease and infection control to support clinical engineering activities.
• Use engineering principles to identify and explain the potential adverse effects of medical equipment on human physiology.
• Perform and explain the rationale for a range of simple biomedical measurements and quality assurance tests within a professional context.
• Apply practical skills in data observation, collection, handling, and report writing.
• Identify and explain the rationale for monitoring and maintaining health, safety, and security.

Careers / Further Study

This module contributes to the BSc(Hons) Healthcare Science and can also contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards.

Structure

Content

The course syllabus includes:

• Clinical Engineering Practice
• Clinical Engineering Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathogens
• Medical Equipment in Clinical Engineering
• Clinical Engineering Scrutiny and Reporting

Learning and Teaching

The module is delivered via a blended approach of on-campus practical and skills development activities and online lectures, seminars, and tutorials.

Assessment

Assessment comprises a written assessment and a portfolio of content showing knowledge and practical skills directly applicable to work-based learning.

Prices and Dates

Please note that the full fee information and specific dates are available upon request.

Features

The College of Health, Science, and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and facilities. Students have access to state-of-the-art study facilities, including the opportunity to take a personalized virtual tour of the Health Professions facilities.