Associate in Applied Science

Biomedical Service Technician: Clinical Engineering

Plan Code
BITCEAPT
Career Pathway
Health Sciences
Program

CIP Code
15.0401
Program Learning Outcomes
  • Maintain skills for lifelong learning by locating, evaluating and applying relevant information using external resources such as the internet, data books, trade publications and library resources
  • Function as a member of a team to complete a task in a timely and efficient manner; delegating, organizing and documenting tasks and results.
  • Operate biomedical equipment with knowledge of biological systems and signals as required to understand the equipment's correct function
  • Identify, analyze, and integrate the technical equipment requirements with needs of the medical staff and patients
  • Operate electronic test equipment and tools to analyze and identify functional/non-functional biomedical equipment
  • Establish professional oral and written business communication skills appropriate in a clinical environment
  • Read and comprehend blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic diagrams and service information
  • Practice safety measures and equipment as required by the FDA, NFPA, NEC, OSHA and others
  • Display professional, ethical behaviors within the requirements of a clinical setting
  • Demonstrate effective working relationships with people who are similar or different
  • Solder or replace defective components using appropriate tools and equipment
  • Follow all HIPPA laws and guidelines for patient privacy
Program Description
  • 6 quarter AAS
  • Maximum class size: 20
  • Student to teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Enrollment point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
  • This degree offers online, hybrid, web-enhanced, and face-to-face courses. See course descriptions for further information.

General Education Requirements

Sub-Total Credits
15

Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.

Required Courses
Course Code
Title
Credits
5
Sub-Total Credits
20
Course Code
Title
Credits
5
Sub-Total Credits
20
Course Code
Title
Credits
5
Sub-Total Credits
22
Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
5
Total Credits
114-115