The main aim of the course is to educate students on the basic concepts of analysis and processing of biomedical signals from various devices. Upon successful completion of this course the students will acquire new knowledge and specific skills on the following subjects:

• Using basic knowledge of electronics and measurements in analyzing medical instruments and devices.
• Interpreting the principles of operation of the main medical devices.
• Identifying and evaluating the specific features of medical equipment, about the acquisition and processing of measured bio-signals.
• Discriminating and solving problems related to the effect of noise and electromagnetic interference.
• Applying medical technology in a variety of applications.

• Review, analysis and synthesis of data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
• Work in interdisciplinary environment
• Individual assignment
• Promoting free, creative and inductive thinking

1. Biomedical equipment & measurements.
2. Electrodes and sensors.
3. Bio-electric amplifiers, signals and noise.
4. Electrocardiograms.
5. The human respiratory system and its measurement.
6. The human nervous system and instruments for measuring brain function.
7. Medical ultrasound scans.
8. Radiology.
9. Nuclear medicine.
10. Electromagnetic interference in medical electronic equipment.
11. Medical bioinformatics.
12. Auto diagnosis and technologies.
13. Maintenance of medical equipment.

Use of Information and Communication Technology

• Power point presentations
• E-class support

Assessment Method

Ι. Written final examination (60%): 
-Theory
- Problems solving

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