Module Details

Module Code: BIOE7005
Title: Biomedical Eng Design
Long Title: Biomedical Engineering Design
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5212 - Biomedical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will introduce the student to a solid modelling design tool, and fundamental design procedures for biomedical devices. The students will have an opportunity apply their knowledge by designing a biomedical device.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Produce parametric solid models and working drawings of engineering components and assemblies
LO2 Analyse an existing component or mechanism
LO3 Redesign a biomedical device using appropriate design techniques and in accordance with the relevant medical device regulations
LO4 Validate a design for a specific application.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Solid modelling
Solid models of parts, assemblies, working drawings from solid models, advanced solid geometries, mould tool models, mechanism assemblies (i.e. sports equipment)
Machine Component Design
Selection and use of roller bearings, fasteners, belt/chain drives, electric motors, variable speed drives, coupling, slides, keys and keyways, splines, rollers, wheels and welded joints for sports, medical and biomedical manufacturing applications.
Limits and fits
Basic size, deviation, tolerance, shaft basis system, hole basis system, I.S. EN 20286.
Human Factors in Design
Human in the Workspace, as a source of power, sensor and controller. Safety and ethical considerations.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
3D Solid Model Assessment
Assessment Type Open-book Examination % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Design Exercise
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 10
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Presentation of design
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Design Report
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact 3D Solid Modelling Every Week 2.00 2
Lecture Contact Design Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Design exercises Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David Ullman. (2015), The mechanical design process, 5th. Mc Graw Hill, p.480, [ISBN: 073398268].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Theodore R. Kucklick. (2012), The medical Device R&D Handbook, 2nd. CRC Press, p.510, [ISBN: 143981189X].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EBIOM_8 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering 2 Mandatory