Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : BM6303 : Biomedical Instrumentation { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Sivaraman J.
Syllabus
Introduction to biomedical instrumentation and Man-Instrument System, Genesis of Biopotential, Electrode-Electrolyte Interface, Basic theories, measurements and characteristics of physiological signals-ECG, EEG, EMG. Electrodes, sensors and transducers for bio-signals. Bio-electric amplifiers, Physiological pressure measurements-Direct and Indirect methods, Cardiovascular devices-Pacemaker and Defibrillator principle and types. Human respiratory systems and measurements. Patient monitoring systems, Intensive and coronary care units. Medical ultrasonography, Electrosurgery generators, Electromagnetic interference to medical electronic equipment, Patient Safety.
Course Objectives
- To develop an understanding of the working principles of medical instruments.
- To develop an understanding of the medical equipment maintenance.
- To introduce the basic biomedical engineering technology and <br />different biological signals,
Course Outcomes
After completing the course, the students will able to: <br />1. Understand the genesis and basic principles of medical instrumentation <br />2. Describe the genesis of biopotentials and their general, electrical characteristics <br />3. Discuss the applications of amplifiers in biomedical signal recording <br />4. know the usefulness and functioning of cardiovascular devices <br />5. know the electromagnetic interference and medical equipment maintenance
Essential Reading
- L. Cromwell, Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements, Pearson Education India , Second Edition, 2015
- R. A. Natarajan, Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements, Prentice-Hall of India Pvt.Ltd , Second Edition, 1995
Supplementary Reading
- R. Aston, Principles of Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurement, Pearson Prentice Hall , 1990
- R. S. Khandpur, Handbook of Biomedical Instrumentation, McGraw Hill Education , Third Edition, 2014