Courses: MTEK100 Medical technology in practice - Spring 2017

ECTS Credits

Level of Study

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

Language of Instruction

Norwegian

Teaching semester

Autumn

Objectives and Content

The course consists of the following modules:

1. Introduction to modern biomedical methods and its applications.

2. Introduction to current biomedical research areas.

3. Introduction to medical terminology and ethical implications of emerging technologies.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The students

possess basic knowledge of medical technology in practice
know the distribution of the working tasks in medical technology departments specialized in chemistry and physics
comprehend a good understanding of the various areas within medical technology include diagnostics and treatment

Skills

The students

can utilize scientific knowledge on issues in medicinal technology and make reasoned choices.
masters relevant professional techniques and forms of expression
can serach for, assess and make references to information and subject matter

General competence
The students

possess an overview of central issues in medical technology
understand the relations between key principles in medical technology
convey theories, issues and solutions that are part of medical technology
can resonate around the ethical problem positions related to medical technology in practice

Required Previous Knowledge

Recommended Previous Knowledge

Ingen

Credit Reduction due to Course Overlap

Access to the Course

Access to the course requires admission to the Integrated Master¿s Programme in Medical Technology

Teaching Methods and Extent of Organized Teaching

The teaching will be provided as lectures, seminars, team assigments and laboratory work.

Compulsory Assignments and Attendance

Laboratory exercises and laboratory demonstration. The compulsory activities are valid for two (2) consecutive semesters after the approval.

Forms of Assessment

Approved participation in all mandatory meetings and assignments. The student shall write a final report with reflections over a given topic.

Examination Support Material

Assessment Semester

Spring semester and autumn semester. In semester without teaching is examination early in the semester.

Reading List

The reading list will be available within June 1st for the autumn semester and January 1st for the spring semester.

Course Evaluation

The course will be evaluated by the students in accordance with the quality control system at UiB and the department.

Programme Committee

The Programme Committee is responsible for the content, structure and quality of the programme and courses

Course Coordinator

Contact information for the course coordinator is avaialble at «Mitt UiB», alternatively contact the student advisor.

Course Administrator

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and Department of Chemistry are administratively responsible for the course.

Contact Information

Contact information for the student adviser: studie.mtek@uib.no