The aim of this module is to develop the students understanding of the role of computers, microprocessors and sensors in the biomedical field. It takes an creative, maker and explorative approach to coding focusing on the basic resistive, capacitive and inductive sensor families and how they can be connected to microprocessor systems in a safe, patient focused way.
Ethics and safety: The safe and ethical use of biomedical sensors
Creative Coding Techniques: Creative techniques for developing code for biomedical sensors and structured techniques for planning, writing and validating code. Including mind mapping, pseudocode, flowcharts and validation.
Standard programming techniques: Common programming functions and structures including variables and memory management, mathematical repetitive structures, conditional statements and Boolean logic.
Interfacing sensors with microprocessors: Interfacing circuits including instrumental amplifiers, Wheatstone bridge circuits, filters
Presentation Techniques: Presentation techniques and the critique as a central technique in project dissemination and the important role of positive feedback in building student confidence
