Biomedical Equipment Course

Lesson 1 • The Healthcare Technology Ecosystem

Defines biomedical equipment's role within clinical settings and interdisciplinary teams. Establishes context for all subsequent technical study.

Lesson 2 • Equipment Classification Systems

Introduces risk-based and functional classification frameworks used globally. Connects classification to maintenance priority and regulatory oversight.

Lesson 3 • Units, Measurements, and Technical Documentation

Reviews SI units, clinical measurement conventions, and how to read technical manuals. Prepares learners to interpret specifications and service documents.

Lesson 1 • Signal Acquisition and Conditioning

Explains how physiological signals are captured, amplified, and filtered for processing. Bridges electrical theory to biomedical signal measurement systems.

Lesson 2 • Electrical Safety in Clinical Environments

Addresses leakage current limits, isolation transformers, and electrical safety testing. Directly applies regulatory safety requirements to daily technician practice.

Lesson 3 • DC and AC Circuit Fundamentals

Covers Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws, and AC waveform analysis in device contexts. Forms the electrical foundation for all subsequent equipment study.

Lesson 4 • Electronic Components in Medical Devices

Identifies resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, and transistors used in biomedical circuits. Links component behaviour to device performance and failure modes.

Lesson 1 • Electrocardiography Equipment

Covers ECG lead configurations, waveform interpretation for technicians, and electrode placement. Anchors monitoring competency in the most widely used clinical signal.

Lesson 2 • Invasive Haemodynamic Monitoring

Addresses arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheter systems. Prepares technicians to support critical care monitoring setups.

Lesson 3 • Central Monitoring and Telemetry

Explains networked monitoring architectures, wireless telemetry, and central station operation. Links individual bedside units to hospital-wide data systems.

Lesson 4 • Monitor Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Provides systematic fault-finding procedures for monitoring hardware and software issues. Reinforces preventive maintenance schedules for all monitoring modalities.

Lesson 1 • Imaging Quality Assurance Programmes

Defines QA test protocols, acceptance criteria, and documentation for imaging equipment. Integrates regulatory compliance into routine imaging department operations.

Lesson 2 • CT and MRI System Overview

Introduces CT scanner geometry, MRI magnet systems, and their respective safety considerations. Provides awareness-level knowledge for technician support roles.

Lesson 3 • Ultrasound Equipment

Explains transducer physics, beam forming, and imaging modes used in clinical ultrasound. Prepares technicians to maintain and quality-check ultrasound systems.

Lesson 4 • X-Ray System Fundamentals

Covers X-ray production, tube components, generator types, and image receptor systems. Establishes the physics basis for all radiographic equipment work.

Lesson 1 • Defibrillators and Cardiac Pacing

Addresses defibrillator energy delivery, waveform types, and AED vs. manual device differences. Prepares technicians to test and certify defibrillator readiness.

Lesson 2 • Anaesthesia Delivery Systems

Covers gas delivery circuits, vaporiser calibration, and breathing system leak testing. Integrates ventilator and monitoring knowledge into anaesthesia machine servicing.

Lesson 3 • Infusion Pumps and Syringe Drivers

Examines volumetric and syringe pump mechanisms, occlusion detection, and drug library management. Links accurate drug delivery to pump maintenance and software integrity.

Lesson 4 • Mechanical Ventilators

Covers ventilation modes, pneumatic circuits, and alarm systems in adult and neonatal ventilators. Directly supports technician readiness for critical care equipment management.

Lesson 1 • Point-of-Care Testing Devices

Addresses glucometers, coagulation meters, and rapid immunoassay platforms used at bedside. Links POCT device maintenance to data integrity and clinical workflow.

Lesson 2 • Haematology and Chemistry Analysers

Covers cell-counting principles, photometric detection, and reagent management in lab analysers. Connects analyser performance to accurate clinical diagnostic results.

Lesson 3 • Blood Gas and Electrolyte Analysers

Examines electrochemical sensors, membrane maintenance, and calibration in blood gas systems. Supports technician competency in time-critical critical care diagnostics.

Lesson 1 • Preventive Maintenance Principles

Defines PM objectives, frequency determination, and task standardisation across equipment types. Establishes the systematic approach that reduces unplanned downtime.

Lesson 2 • Maintenance Documentation and Compliance

Covers work order systems, maintenance history records, and audit-ready documentation practices. Ensures technicians meet regulatory and accreditation documentation requirements.

Lesson 3 • Electrical Safety Testing Procedures

Covers chassis leakage, patient lead leakage, and ground resistance testing using safety analysers. Directly applies international safety standards to hands-on testing practice.

Lesson 4 • Performance Verification and Calibration

Addresses calibration traceability, test equipment selection, and pass/fail criteria for device outputs. Links calibration accuracy to patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Lesson 1 • Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation

Examines regulatory frameworks, accreditation standards, and compliance audit preparation for HTM programmes. Ensures graduates operate within required legal and quality boundaries.

Lesson 2 • Procurement and Technology Assessment

Examines needs assessment, vendor evaluation, and total cost of ownership analysis for new equipment. Equips technicians to contribute to capital acquisition decisions.

Lesson 3 • Equipment Lifecycle and Replacement Planning

Addresses end-of-life indicators, replacement prioritisation, and decommissioning procedures. Connects lifecycle management to budget planning and patient safety continuity.

Lesson 4 • Incident Investigation and Adverse Event Reporting

Covers device-related incident investigation, root cause analysis, and mandatory reporting obligations. Builds competency in post-market surveillance and safety improvement.

Lesson 5 • Departmental Performance Metrics

Introduces KPIs such as uptime rates, PM completion rates, and mean time to repair for HTM departments. Links data-driven metrics to continuous quality improvement.