Fall Term Schedule
Fall 2023
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BME 101-1
Edward Brown
MWF 11:50AM - 12:40PM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 101-2
Kanika Vats
F 1:00PM - 1:50PM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 101-3
Kanika Vats
T 9:40AM - 10:55AM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 101-4
Kanika Vats
T 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 101-5
Kanika Vats
W 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 101-6
Kanika Vats
W 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 101-7
Kanika Vats
T 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems.
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BME 201-1
Mark Buckley
MWF 10:25AM - 11:15AM
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Teaches elementary mechanical equilibrium and motion with extended applications to biology. Lectures present a traditional analysis of idealized particles and rigid bodies. Topics include force and moment balances, frames, trusses and pulleys, systems with friction, mass centers, area moments, and the linear and rotational kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies. Weekly exercises apply fundamental principles to non-biological problems in two and three dimensions. Weekly problems extend the application to biological problems ranging from human motion to the mechanics of cells. In an end-of-term project students analyze human motion using the MATLAB programming language. This is a required course for BME majors typically taken in the sophomore year. 4 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 161 and 162, BME 101 and PHY 121.
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BME 201-2
James McGrath
F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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Teaches elementary mechanical equilibrium and motion with extended applications to biology. Lectures present a traditional analysis of idealized particles and rigid bodies. Topics include force and moment balances, frames, trusses and pulleys, systems with friction, mass centers, area moments, and the linear and rotational kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies. Weekly exercises apply fundamental principles to non-biological problems in two and three dimensions. Weekly problems extend the application to biological problems ranging from human motion to the mechanics of cells. In an end-of-term project students analyze human motion using the MATLAB programming language. This is a required course for BME majors typically taken in the sophomore year. 4 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 161 and 162, BME 101 and PHY 121.
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BME 201P-1
Douglas Schwarz
R 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics. Limited to BME majors; non-majors with permission of instructor.
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BME 201P-2
Douglas Schwarz
R 11:05AM - 1:45PM
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics.
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BME 201P-3
Douglas Schwarz
T 11:05AM - 1:45PM
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics.
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BME 201P-4
Douglas Schwarz
T 3:25PM - 6:05PM
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics.
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BME 201P-5
Douglas Schwarz
W 4:50PM - 7:30PM
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics.
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BME 211-1
Ian Dickerson
MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM
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Molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics that are required to understand the biomedical and broader biological issues that affect our lives. Note: You must register for a recitation when registering for the main section. Prerequisite: BIOL 110.
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BME 211-2
Ian Dickerson
F 10:25AM - 11:15AM
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Molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics that are required to understand the biomedical and broader biological issues that affect our lives. Note: You must register for the REC when registering for the main section. Prerequisite: BIOL 110.
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BME 228-1
Kevin Davis
TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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This course introduces students to the theory and practice of control systems engineering. Topics include frequency domain modeling, time domain stability, transient and steady-state error analysis, root locus and frequency response techniques and feedback system design. Emphasis is placed on analyzing physiological control systems, but the concepts and design techniques are applicable and applied to a wide variety of other systems including mechanical and electrical systems. Graduate students will have more homework problems and additional exam problems. Prerequisites: juniors with MATH164, MATH 165 and BME 230 or ECE 241 (can be concurrent).
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BME 228-2
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7:00PM - 7:00PM
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This course introduces students to the theory and practice of control systems engineering. Topics include frequency domain modeling, time domain stability, transient and steady-state error analysis, root locus and frequency response techniques and feedback system design. Emphasis is placed on analyzing physiological control systems, but the concepts and design techniques are applicable and applied to a wide variety of other systems including mechanical and electrical systems. Graduate students will have more homework problems and additional exam problems.
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BME 229-1
Kanika Vats
TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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This course will educate students how engineering at the nanoscale is different from macro-level, how/why it offers novel properties which can be harnessed and applied to multiple research fields. Course content will include topics such as, nanoparticles, nanotubes, nanowires- their synthesis, applications, and properties; nanofabrication: both top-down and bottom-up approaches, nano-electronics, nanophotonics, and nano-pumps. Additionally, the workings of many spectroscopic and microscopic techniques specifically developed to analyze and manipulate nanomaterials will be discussed in detail. Prerequisites: Chemistry-I (CHM 131), Chemistry-II (CHM132), Physics-I Mechanics (PHYS 121)Biology (BIO-110), Physics-II Electricity and Magnetism (PHYS 122) or permission of instructor
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BME 230-1
Ross Maddox
TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam. Prerequisites: BME210 or equivalent and MATH 165.
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BME 230-2
Ross Maddox
7:00PM - 7:00PM
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam.
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BME 230-3
Ross Maddox
M 10:25AM - 11:40AM
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam.
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BME 230-4
Ross Maddox
M 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam.
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BME 230-5
Ross Maddox
M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam.
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BME 253-1
Stephen McAleavey
TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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This course investigates the imaging techniques applied in state-of-the-art ultrasound imaging and their theoretical bases. Topics include linear acoustic systems, spatial impulse responses, the k-space formulation, methods of acoustic field calculation, dynamic focusing and apodization, scattering, the statistics of acoustic speckle, speckle correlation, compounding techniques, phase aberration correction, velocity estimation, and flow imaging. A strong emphasis is placed on readings of original sources and student assignments and projects based on realistic acoustic simulations. Prerequisites: BME 230 or ECE 241.
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BME 255-1
Regine Choe
MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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This course provides considerations in designing optical instrument suitable for clinical translation, theory behind the light propagation in biological tissues, and data analysis and interpretation skills. In particular, fundamental theory behind the diffuse optical spectroscopy and tomography, diffuse correlation spectroscopy and photoacoustic tomography will be covered. Pre-requisites: BME221, BME270, OPT241, OPT261
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BME 260-1
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems. Prerequisite: ECE 113 or BME 210 or permission of instructor.
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BME 260-2
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
F 2:00PM - 5:00PM
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems
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BME 260-3
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
F 10:00AM - 1:00PM
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems.
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BME 260-4
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
W 3:25PM - 6:25PM
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems.
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BME 260-5
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
W 9:00AM - 12:00PM
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems.
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BME 265-1
Whasil Lee
MW 11:50AM - 1:05PM
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This course will examine the mechanical properties of cells and the mechanotransduction processes of clinical and technological importance. Topics covered include the role of mechanotransducing biomolecules, models of cell mechanics, and the methods to measure mechanical properties of cells. This course will also introduce students to effects of internal / external mechanical stimuli on cellular processes which may lead to various human diseases. Students will learn basic terminology and concepts of mechanics at the molecular and cellular level with an emphasis on quantitative analysis, modeling, and applications to clinical medicine. Two additional laboratory modules will provide hands-on experience to measure cellular mechanical properties and mechanotransduction signaling using FRET-based force sensors and Calcium dye. Prerequisites/Corequisites: BME211or257 or411, BME260. Open to Juniors and Seniors ONLY.
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BME 295-1
Scott Seidman
W 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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Introduction to design of medical devices and instruments. Students are introduced to methods and strategies for creative design while considering ethical, economic, regulatory and safety issues. In addition to benchmarking existing devices, students prepare for a design project to be completed in the following semester. Prerequisites: math, science, and engineering courses appropriate for fourth-year students in BME. 2 credits
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BME 390A-1
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BME 390A-2
James McGrath
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No description |
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BME 390A-3
Mark Buckley
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No description |
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BME 390A-4
Douglas Schwarz
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2/1/23 OK. TM |
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BME 394-1
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Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed thru the instructions for online independent study registration. |
Fall 2023
| Number | Title | Instructor | Time |
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BME 230-3
Ross Maddox
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam. |
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BME 230-4
Ross Maddox
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam. |
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BME 230-5
Ross Maddox
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam. |
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| Monday and Wednesday | |
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BME 265-1
Whasil Lee
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This course will examine the mechanical properties of cells and the mechanotransduction processes of clinical and technological importance. Topics covered include the role of mechanotransducing biomolecules, models of cell mechanics, and the methods to measure mechanical properties of cells. This course will also introduce students to effects of internal / external mechanical stimuli on cellular processes which may lead to various human diseases. Students will learn basic terminology and concepts of mechanics at the molecular and cellular level with an emphasis on quantitative analysis, modeling, and applications to clinical medicine. Two additional laboratory modules will provide hands-on experience to measure cellular mechanical properties and mechanotransduction signaling using FRET-based force sensors and Calcium dye. Prerequisites/Corequisites: BME211or257 or411, BME260. Open to Juniors and Seniors ONLY. |
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BME 255-1
Regine Choe
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This course provides considerations in designing optical instrument suitable for clinical translation, theory behind the light propagation in biological tissues, and data analysis and interpretation skills. In particular, fundamental theory behind the diffuse optical spectroscopy and tomography, diffuse correlation spectroscopy and photoacoustic tomography will be covered. Pre-requisites: BME221, BME270, OPT241, OPT261 |
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| Monday, Wednesday, and Friday | |
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BME 211-1
Ian Dickerson
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Molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics that are required to understand the biomedical and broader biological issues that affect our lives. Note: You must register for a recitation when registering for the main section. Prerequisite: BIOL 110. |
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BME 201-1
Mark Buckley
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Teaches elementary mechanical equilibrium and motion with extended applications to biology. Lectures present a traditional analysis of idealized particles and rigid bodies. Topics include force and moment balances, frames, trusses and pulleys, systems with friction, mass centers, area moments, and the linear and rotational kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies. Weekly exercises apply fundamental principles to non-biological problems in two and three dimensions. Weekly problems extend the application to biological problems ranging from human motion to the mechanics of cells. In an end-of-term project students analyze human motion using the MATLAB programming language. This is a required course for BME majors typically taken in the sophomore year. 4 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 161 and 162, BME 101 and PHY 121. |
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BME 101-1
Edward Brown
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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| Tuesday | |
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BME 101-3
Kanika Vats
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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BME 201P-3
Douglas Schwarz
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics. |
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BME 101-4
Kanika Vats
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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BME 101-7
Kanika Vats
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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BME 201P-4
Douglas Schwarz
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics. |
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| Tuesday and Thursday | |
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BME 260-1
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems. Prerequisite: ECE 113 or BME 210 or permission of instructor. |
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BME 228-1
Kevin Davis
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This course introduces students to the theory and practice of control systems engineering. Topics include frequency domain modeling, time domain stability, transient and steady-state error analysis, root locus and frequency response techniques and feedback system design. Emphasis is placed on analyzing physiological control systems, but the concepts and design techniques are applicable and applied to a wide variety of other systems including mechanical and electrical systems. Graduate students will have more homework problems and additional exam problems. Prerequisites: juniors with MATH164, MATH 165 and BME 230 or ECE 241 (can be concurrent). |
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BME 253-1
Stephen McAleavey
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This course investigates the imaging techniques applied in state-of-the-art ultrasound imaging and their theoretical bases. Topics include linear acoustic systems, spatial impulse responses, the k-space formulation, methods of acoustic field calculation, dynamic focusing and apodization, scattering, the statistics of acoustic speckle, speckle correlation, compounding techniques, phase aberration correction, velocity estimation, and flow imaging. A strong emphasis is placed on readings of original sources and student assignments and projects based on realistic acoustic simulations. Prerequisites: BME 230 or ECE 241. |
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BME 229-1
Kanika Vats
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This course will educate students how engineering at the nanoscale is different from macro-level, how/why it offers novel properties which can be harnessed and applied to multiple research fields. Course content will include topics such as, nanoparticles, nanotubes, nanowires- their synthesis, applications, and properties; nanofabrication: both top-down and bottom-up approaches, nano-electronics, nanophotonics, and nano-pumps. Additionally, the workings of many spectroscopic and microscopic techniques specifically developed to analyze and manipulate nanomaterials will be discussed in detail. Prerequisites: Chemistry-I (CHM 131), Chemistry-II (CHM132), Physics-I Mechanics (PHYS 121)Biology (BIO-110), Physics-II Electricity and Magnetism (PHYS 122) or permission of instructor |
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BME 230-1
Ross Maddox
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Introduction to continuous and discrete time signals and linear time invariant systems, with applications to BME including imaging. Topics include convolution, Laplace and Z transforms, stability of systems, the Fourier series and transform, noise and filtering, and fundamental concepts in image processing and enhancement. Weekly homework assignments are supplemented with labs every other week. Two Midterms and a comprehensive final exam. Prerequisites: BME210 or equivalent and MATH 165. |
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BME 260-5
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems. |
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BME 101-5
Kanika Vats
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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BME 295-1
Scott Seidman
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Introduction to design of medical devices and instruments. Students are introduced to methods and strategies for creative design while considering ethical, economic, regulatory and safety issues. In addition to benchmarking existing devices, students prepare for a design project to be completed in the following semester. Prerequisites: math, science, and engineering courses appropriate for fourth-year students in BME. 2 credits |
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BME 101-6
Kanika Vats
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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BME 260-4
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems. |
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BME 201P-5
Douglas Schwarz
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics. |
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| Wednesday and Friday | |
| Thursday | |
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BME 201P-2
Douglas Schwarz
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics. |
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BME 201P-1
Douglas Schwarz
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Fundamentals of computer programming in MATLAB. Emphasis on programming basics, such as syntax, loop structures, logic, input/output, and graphics. Limited to BME majors; non-majors with permission of instructor. |
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| Friday | |
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BME 260-3
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems. |
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BME 211-2
Ian Dickerson
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Molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics that are required to understand the biomedical and broader biological issues that affect our lives. Note: You must register for the REC when registering for the main section. Prerequisite: BIOL 110. |
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BME 101-2
Kanika Vats
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An introductory overview of the multi-disciplinary field of biomedical engineering. Application of elementary engineering principles to the analyses of physiological systems. Course topics include biomechanics, cell and tissue engineering, biosignals, biosystems, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, medical optics, and bioethics. Includes weekly laboratory and introduction to the use of computers as tools for solving engineering problems. |
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BME 201-2
James McGrath
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Teaches elementary mechanical equilibrium and motion with extended applications to biology. Lectures present a traditional analysis of idealized particles and rigid bodies. Topics include force and moment balances, frames, trusses and pulleys, systems with friction, mass centers, area moments, and the linear and rotational kinetics and kinematics of rigid bodies. Weekly exercises apply fundamental principles to non-biological problems in two and three dimensions. Weekly problems extend the application to biological problems ranging from human motion to the mechanics of cells. In an end-of-term project students analyze human motion using the MATLAB programming language. This is a required course for BME majors typically taken in the sophomore year. 4 credits. Prerequisites: MTH 161 and 162, BME 101 and PHY 121. |
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BME 260-2
Scott Seidman; Kanika Vats
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A quantitative, model-oriented approach to physiological systems is presented. Topics include muscle and nerve tissue, the cardiovascular system, the respiratory system, the renal system, and a variety of neural systems |
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