Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology (BMET)

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Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology (BMET)

The Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology graduate is welcomed in hospitals and companies wherever medical equipment is designed, tested, installed, and operated because of strong basic coursework in electronics. Biomedical studies open doors to hospitals where the graduate assumes the challenging tasks of healthcare technology management, maintaining multi-million dollar equipment, such as MRI, CT, sonogram, X-ray, and other medical equipment. Graduates also have a strong background in electronics and information systems.

The BMET curriculum provides students with an effective mechanism to transfer into a BMET or EET bachelor’s degree program.

The Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, phone (410) 347-7700.

Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology (BMET)

All degree-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.

Semester 1Credits
ENG 101English Composition 3
EET 121Digital Systems 1 3
MAT 125Algebra and Trigonometry 4
EET 131Circuit Analysis 1 4
BMT 151Biomedical Instrumentation 1 4
CIT 190Career Preparation: Engineering and Information Technologies 1
Semester 2
ENG 10X English Composition Elective  3
EET 122Digital Systems 2 4
MAT 126Functions and Calculus 4
EET 132Circuit Analysis 2 4
PHY XXX Physics Elective  3
Semester 3
BMT 291Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology 2
Semester 4
BIO 117Human Body in Health and Disease 3
NETC 121Network Communications 1 3
EET 210Computer Calculations for Electronics 3
EET 251Electronics 1 4
BMT 252Biomedical Instrumentation 2 4
Semester 5
COMM 110Public Speaking 3
CULT 110Social Issues in Technology 3
ECO 1XX Economics Elective  3
EET 220Microprocessor Systems 4
BMT 253Biomedical Instrumentation 3 4
Semester 6
BMT 292Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology 2
Total Credits:  75

Electives

English Composition Electivee
ENG 102Composition and Argument3
ENG 103Composition and Literature3
ENG 104Composition and Technical Communication3
ENG 105Composition and Business Communication3
Economics Elective
ECO 105Principles of Microeconomics3
ECO 110Principles of Macroeconomics3
Physics Elective
PHY 122Technical Physics 23
PHY 151Physics 1: Algebra and Trigonometry-Based4

BMT Courses

BMT 151 Biomedical Instrumentation 1
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on the role of the biomedical engineering technician. Topics include: hospital organization and regulations, professional certifications, safety, and medical devices.
Prerequisites: AFM 090 or appropriate placement test score

BMT 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

BMT 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 191

BMT 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 192

BMT 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 193

BMT 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 194

BMT 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 195

BMT 198 First Year Special Topics in Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

BMT 199 First Year Independent Project in Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

BMT 252 Biomedical Instrumentation 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of BMT 151. Topics include: medical device maintenance, technology management, patient and surgical monitoring, and test equipment.
Prerequisites: BMT 151, EET 122, and EET 132

BMT 253 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of BMT 252. Topics include: complex medical devices, imaging equipment, medical technology management, equipment malfunction, and globalization.
Prerequisites: BMT 252, EET 210, and EET 251

BMT 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

BMT 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 291

BMT 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 292

BMT 294 Internship 1: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 151 and CIT 190

BMT 295 Internship 2: Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BMT 294

BMT 298 Second Year Special Topics in Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

BMT 299 Second Year Independent Project in Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Biomedical Equipment and Information Systems Technology faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

EET Courses

EET 100 Introduction to Electrical Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 2 Lab Hours.

An introduction to concepts and measuring skills for the electronics field. Topics include: current, voltage, power, Ohm's law, series circuits, meter reading, software simulation use, and circuit construction.
Prerequisites: AFM 090 or appropriate placement test score

EET 101 Electronic Fundamentals 1
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on DC electricity and digital systems for non-electrical engineering technology programs. Topics include: voltage, current, and power distribution for resistive circuits; number systems, codes, Boolean algebra, and logic for digital circuits; instrumentation; circuit construction; and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: AFL 085 and AFM 095, or appropriate placement test score

EET 102 Electronic Fundamentals 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of EET 101. Topics include: digital circuits including comparators, decoders, counters, and microcomputer systems; analog circuits including capacitors, inductors, transformers, diodes, BJTs, and operational amplifiers; circuit construction; and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: None

EET 121 Digital Systems 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on analyzing, designing, and troubleshooting digital logic circuits. Topics include: basic gates and PLDs, number systems and codes, Boolean algebra, circuit simplification, functions of logic circuits, latches, flip-flops, counters, timers, and memory.
Prerequisites: MAT 120 or appropriate placement test score Minimum grade C,S,CL,VO,EL,ET,EX,EC,TP,K,AC;

EET 122 Digital Systems 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of EET 121. Topics include: counter design and cascading, shift registers, PLD applications, microprocessor registers, I/O, busses, DMA, memory expansion, and assembly language programming.
Prerequisites: EET 121

EET 131 Circuit Analysis 1
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on DC electric circuits. Topics include: current, voltage, resistance, and power; laws applied to series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits; Thevenin's, Superposition, and Norton's theorems; steady state and transient behavior of capacitive and inductive devices; and magnetic properties.
Prerequisites: Take either MAT 121, MAT 122, MAT 123, MAT 125, MAT 126or appropriate placement test score

EET 132 Circuit Analysis 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of EET 131. Topics include: sinusoidal wave characteristics; complex numbers; phasors; transformers; RC, RL, and RLC networks; filter networks; three-phase and poly-phase systems; and power factor analysis.
Prerequisites: EET 131, MAT 125

EET 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Electronics Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

EET 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Electronics Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 191

EET 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Electronics Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 192

EET 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Electronics Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 193

EET 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Electronics Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 194

EET 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Electronics Engineering Technology
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 195

EET 198 First Year Special Topics in Electronics Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Electronics Engineering Technology, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

EET 199 First Year Independent Project in Electronics Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Electronics Engineering Technology that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Electronics Engineering Technology faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

EET 210 Computer Calculations for Electronics
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on solving mathematical calculations in electronics using Microsoft Office Suite. Topics include: analyzing analog circuits and digital systems, writing computer code to solve problems with MS Excel, and preparing presentations and laboratory reports. Students must have prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
Prerequisites: EET 102 or (EET 121 and EET 131)

EET 220 Microprocessor Systems
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on designing, programming, and troubleshooting microprocessor systems and applications. Topics include: assembly language programming, interrupt and polled I/O, interrupt service routines, parallel ports, timer functions, serial interfaces, A/D converters, and external hardware interfaces.
Prerequisites: EET 122

EET 251 Electronics 1
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on semiconductors and operational amplifier theory. Topics include: diode circuits and basic power supplies, transistor theory, operational amplifier theory, circuit construction, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: EET 132

EET 252 Electronics 2
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of EET 251. Topics include: operational theory of differential, bridge, and instrumentation amplifiers; active filters; oscillators; FETs; thyristors; power amplifiers and inverters; sensors; regulators; circuit construction; and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: EET 251

EET 290 Electronics Engineeering Technology Capstone Project
4 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 4 Lab Hours.

Students design a system using analog and digital electronics concepts, and prepare and deliver a professional presentation of their completed project. Topics include: design theory, feasibility study, engineering economics, and presentation skills.
Prerequisites: EET 220, EET 251

EET 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Electronics Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

EET 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Electronics Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 291

EET 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Electronics Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 292

EET 294 Internship 1: Electronics Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 131 and CIT 190

EET 295 Internship 2: Electronics Engineering Technology
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: EET 294

EET 298 Second Year Special Topics in Electronics Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Electronics Engineering Technology, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

EET 299 Second Year Independent Project in Electronics Engineering Technology
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Electronics Engineering Technology that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Electronics Engineering Technology faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

ENG Courses

ENG 100 English Principles: Grammar and Structure
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A comprehensive review of writing principles for business and professional communication. Topics include: grammar, punctuation, word usage, and techniques for reviewing and revising various business-related documents.
Prerequisites: AFL 085 or appropriate placement test score

ENG 101 English Composition
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

An introduction to college writing focusing on understanding the writing process. Topics include: identifying audiences; developing a strong thesis; providing sufficient evidence for claims; and writing essays with grammatical, mechanical, and stylistic correctness.
Prerequisites: AFL 085 or appropriate placement test score

ENG 102 Composition and Argument
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A continuation of ENG 101. Topics include: critical reasoning; argumentation; the research process and the research paper; and reading, synthesizing, and responding critically to policy-driven research.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG REQC

ENG 103 Composition and Literature
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A continuation of ENG 101. Topics include: critical reading, argumentation, the research process and the research paper; and reading, synthesizing, and responding critically to literature.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG REQC

ENG 104 Composition and Technical Communication
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A continuation of ENG 101. Topics include: audience analysis; planning, preparing, and revising technical and professional documents used for reference, persuasion, or instruction; using and reporting on research; and integrating visuals with text.
Prerequisites: (ENG 101 or ENG REQ) and 8 credit hours in technical courses

ENG 105 Composition and Business Communication
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A continuation of ENG 101. Topics include: planning, preparing, and revising business documents such as formal and informal business letters, emails, proposals, and reports; and using and reporting on research.
Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG REQC

ENG 131 Creative Writing: Poetry
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A workshop-oriented poetry writing course. Topics include: the invention process, revision, poetic form, and critical response to works of literature and student work.
Prerequisites: 6 Credit Hours of English Composition

ENG 132 Creative Writing: Fiction
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A workshop-oriented fiction writing course. Topics include: the invention process, revision, form of fiction, and critical response to works of literature and student work.
Prerequisites: 6 credit hours of English Composition

ENG 134 Creative Writing: Writing for Children
3 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 0 Lab Hour.

A workshop-oriented course on writing picture books, chapter books, and middle grade novels. Topics include: the invention process, revision, form of children's literature, and critical response to works of literature and student work.
Prerequisites: 6 credit hours of English Composition

ENG 198 First Year Special Topics in English
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to English, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

ENG 199 First Year Independent Project in English
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to English that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by English faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

ENG 215 Copywriting
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on developing promotional messages for print and online distribution. Topics include: analyzing audiences and products, conducting research, developing concepts, preparing copy platforms, selecting writing styles and formats, and designing materials.
Prerequisites: 6 credits of English Composition (minimum grade C)

ENG 298 Second Year Special Topics in English
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to English, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

ENG 299 Second Year Independent Project in English
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to English that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by English faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

Faculty

Program Chair

Ralph D. Whaley, Jr.
PhD

Co-op Coordinator

Sue Dolan