PHYSIOLOGICAL SIGNALS AND INSTRUMENTATION

Course Description

Fundamentals of biomedical signals, measurement and instrumentation; biomedical transducers; membrane biophysics, electrophysiology of excitable cells, membrane models; theory of bioelectrical signals, electrocardiography, electroencephalography, electromyography; bio-potential electrodes; bio-potential amplifiers and instrumentation techniques, electrical and patient safety; examples of monitoring, therapeutic and prosthetic devices. Biophysics of cell membranes, models of neuron membrane potential, Hodgkin-Huxley equations for the action potential, propagation of the action potential, neurocommunication, simple neural networks which explain behavior, volume conductor fields, theory of Electrocardiography (ECG), ECG amplifiers and instrumentation ECG signal processing, EEG, EMG, and other bioelectric signals, model of the cardiovascular system, model of the respiratory system, model of the neurocardiac control system, transducers for bioelectric, cardiovascular and respiratory measurements, precondition circuits and instrumentation techniques.

PHYSIOLOGICAL SIGNALS AND INSTRUMENTATION

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Joseph D. Bronzino; The Biomedical Engineering Handbook, Third Edition. ISBN-13: 978-0849321214

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Define and describe physiological signals and instrumentation. SOLO 2.5
2. L02 List the measurements used in the applications of physiological signals and instrumentation SOLO 3
3. L03 Solve and interpret practically how to apply the knowledge to the field of study. SOLO 3.33
4. L04 Develop, evaluate and interpret how to solve problems in physiological signals and instrumentation SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3. Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4. Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5. Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6. Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8. Recognition of the need for lifelong learning ; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9. Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10. Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11. Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

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