ECE4087 · Monash University
Medical technology innovation
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 4
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Engineering
What it covers
This unit provides an introduction to the process of design and innovation with particular reference to medical technology. The design, development and manufacture of medical technology are covered, taking into consideration safety and effectiveness issues, regulatory and legal issues, the patient equipment interface and the hospital or medical environment in which the equipment is to be used. This will be achieved through case studies and development of a business plan.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Seed funding applicationhurdle | Project | 20% |
| Final assessmenthurdle | Examination | 30% |
| Case research and analysishurdle | Project | 10% |
| Business plan for medtech companyhurdle | Project | 40% |
Hurdle tasks must be passed regardless of your overall mark.
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On-campus |