Anatomy for Medical Device Development
The Postgraduate Certificate in Anatomy for Medical Device Development focuses on the anatomical aspects related to the broad discipline of bio-medical device design in relation to the development of human-centric devices, products, services, and experiences.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 9 NFQ) | Minor | National University of Ireland | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
9 months part-time, blended.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Second-Class Honours Grade 2 in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in any of the following relevant subject areas: chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences or science, material science, physics, healthcare science, engineering, physiotherapy, medicine, allied healthcare degrees or cognitive science.
Eligible applicants may be invited for an interview. Selection from among eligible applicants will be made according to the following criteria:
- Performance in their primary degree
- Personal statement
- Interview (As required)
Consideration under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be given to applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements but who have relevant professional experience in a suitable field. To demonstrate relevant professional experience, applicants will be assessed on the following criteria and an interview will be required.
- Academic achievement
- Relevant industry experience
- Personal statement
- Reference
Careers / Further progression
Skills and Careers Information
This Postgraduate Certificate course is designed and delivered by the iEd Hub, a UCC/MTU-industry education collaboration to produce a new generation of ‘T-professional’ graduates for the Health Tech industry sector. Multinational Medical Device companies with a local presence have been actively involved in the design of the course to provide skills increasingly in demand.
We aim to develop new and convert existing graduates, in the broad discipline of bio-medical device design, for the development of human-centric devices, products, services, and experiences. Cardiology and Orthopaedics are specifically chosen as disease areas to match local industry product demands.
Further information
Start Date: 9th September 2024.
Closing Date: Rolling deadline. Open until all places have been filled. Early application is advised.
Course Outline
The Postgraduate Certificate in Anatomy for Medical Device Development focuses on the anatomical aspects related to the broad discipline of bio-medical device design in relation to the development of human-centric devices, products, services, and experiences.
On completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in Anatomy for Medical Device Development, you will have mastered fluency in several technical areas including anatomy of the human musculoskeletal, neurovascular and cardiovascular systems; anatomy for human biomechanics and design of biomedical devices; and design for orthopaedic, cardiovascular and neurovascular disorders.
In addition, this postgraduate course will embed evidence-based and practical aspects related to both device design and related diseases as well as a flexible and modern pedagogical approach to teaching.
On this course you will complete 30 credits of modules over nine months.
Modules:
AN6050 Principles of Human Anatomy (5 credits)
AN6051 Human Biomechanics (5 credits)
AN6052 Anatomy for Biomedical Devices - Cardiovascular & Neurovascular Systems (10 credits)
AN6053 Anatomy for Biomedical Devices - Orthopaedics and the Musculoskeletal Systems (10 credits)
Continuous assessment will form the majority of module assessments and will be performed through a mix of online quizzes, in-class tests (e.g., anatomy spot exam), written assignments (e.g., written design problem-solving scenario), discussion boards (formative for self-reflection exercises and peer learning), and case study reports.
On successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
1. Employ appropriate anatomical and clinical terminology in clinical interaction and medical device design.
2. Explain the interrelation between the structural features of organs and their functional roles and outline how they change in association with aging and pathophysiology.
3. Demonstrate a critical awareness of design considerations, potential challenges, and practical implications related to medical devices in the context of clinical and anatomical needs.
4. Appraise and justify anatomical design decisions taken in common MedTech R&D problem-solving scenarios and propose solutions.
5. Summarise learning by reflecting on the capacity to work in a team, take personal responsibility, identify knowledge gaps, and outline opportunities for continued professional development.
Dr Rosanne Raftery
rraftery@ucc.ie
+353 (0)21 420 5477
https://www.ucc.ie/en/anatomy/
www.iedhub.ie