Module Details

Module Code: BIOE9001
Title: Anatomy of Cardio & Neuro -UCC
Long Title: Anatomy of Cardiovascular & Neuro (UCC)
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 5212 - Biomedical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: Full title: Anatomy for Biomedical Devices - Cardiovascular and Neurovascular Systems, AN1062
Module is owned and delivered by UCC.

This module will provide a detailed view of changes in the cardiovascular system and neurovasculature associated with disease and aging processes and how biomedical device designs can be adapted to suit these changes. The learner will go into deeper detail on the anatomy of the cardiovascular system and neurovasculature before evaluating clinical cases of disease- and age-associated vascular changes. The design features of surgical endovascular devices (stents, mechanic valves, aneurysm repair devices, embolus removal systems cardiac ablation systems) for the treatment of pathologies will stimulate discussion. This course consists of lectures along with dedicated practical sessions to reinforce lecture topics.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Detail the vascular composition of the cardiac and nervous system
LO2 Describe pathologies associated with the vasculature of the cardiac and nervous systems
LO3 Explain changes associated with aging and disease processes in these systems
LO4 Describe how biomedical devices can be used in the treatment of age- or disease-related changes
LO5 Detail surgical and endovascular procedures associated with pathologies and aging in these systems
LO6 Explain how biomedical device designs are adapted to these systems
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
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Co-requisite Modules
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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.
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Indicative Content
Anatomy of the cardiovascular system
Understand the anatomy of the cardiovascular system in health. The heart, major arteries, major veins, blood supply and drainage from organs, tissue composition of each component, radiological imaging, healthy physiology and biomechanics of the cardiovascular system
Anatomy of the vasculature of the nervous system
A brief overview on the anatomy of the nervous system followed by detailed study of the neurovasculature in health, radiological imaging, healthy structure-function
Effects of aging and pathologies on the vasculature of the cardiac and nervous systems
Apply knowledge to real-life pathologies affecting the vasculature of the cardiac and nervous systems. Case study approach. Team-based peer-reviewed presentations on how changes in physiology induce anatomical changes.
Biomedical devices used clinically
Analyze current approaches to treating vasculature pathologies such as stents, mechanical valves, aneurysm repair devices, embolus removal systems cardiac ablation system. Team-based peer-reviewed reports and presentations on devices used as well as ideation on design improvements
Team-work, Communication, and peer-learning
Team-based written reports and presentations on current repair strategies. Written essay assignment
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Individual Case Study Report
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
In FLAME lab – covering gross anatomy, histology, radiology, pathology
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 4,5,6
Assessment Description
Team: Case study report and presentation
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

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
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact No Description Every Second Week 1.00 2
Total Hours 6.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 5.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact No Description Every Second Week 1.00 2
Total Hours 6.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 5.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Morgan McMonagle,Matthew Stephenson. (2014), Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at a Glance, John Wiley & Sons, p.165, [ISBN: 978-1118496039].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Anne M. R. Agur, B.Sc. (OT) M.Sc PhD,Arthur F. Dalley,Arthur F. Dalley II, PhD FAAA. Moore's Essential Clinical Anatomy, [ISBN: 978-1975174309].
  • Peter H. Abrahams. Abrahams' and McMinn's Clinical Atlas of Human AnatomyMcMinn and Abraham's Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy, [ISBN: 978-0702073328].
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_EMEDD_9 Master of Science in Medical Device Development 1 Mandatory
CR_EMEDE_9 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Medical Device Development 1 Mandatory