DESIGNATION: Required
DESCRIPTION: Orientation to the University of Toledo, the College of Engineering and the Department of Bioengineering. Topics also include a general introduction to the field of bioengineering, and a survey of engineering computing resources.
PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into Bioengineering
TEXTBOOK: None
OBJECTIVES: To introduce students to UT and the College of Engineering
To develop communication skills with papers and presentations
To introduce students to the field of Bioengineering
To develop computer skills required for subsequent courses
TOPICS COVERED: Biomedical Engineering
Current Areas of Biomedical Engineering
Life Long Learning in the Biomedical Field
Medical School/Graduate School, Researcher in Bioengineering
Introduction to computer resources and computer software
College of Engineering and University of Toledo Policies and Procedures
Study Skills
SCHEDULE: 1 - 50 minute lecture and 1 - 50 minute computer lab per week
CONTRIBUTION: Engineering Topics
OUTCOMES: This course will develop the following skills that are required of bioengineering graduates:
(d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
(g) An ability to communicate effectively
(h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
(i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
(j) A knowledge of contemporary issues
(k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
PREPARED BY: Scott Molitor (smolitor@eng.utoledo.edu) and Tamara Phares (tphares@eng.utoledo.edu)