Course Code: BME313
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Synopsis

The course aims to provide students with a general understanding of a wide range of biomedical devices such as cardiac devices (including heart valves, stents, pacemakers, catheters, etc), dental implants, ophthalmological devices, drug delivery techniques, auditory devices, and diagnostic tools. Students will also learn about sterilisation, evaluation and failure of implants and medical devices.
Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JAN

Topics

  • Introduction, Historical Development and Basic Principles of Biomedical Devices
  • Cardiac Devices
  • Ophthalmological Devices
  • Auditory and Dental Devices
  • Diagnostic Devices
  • Sterilization, Failure, and Evaluation of Biodevices

Learning Outcome

  • Compare and discuss the different functions of the various biomedical devices
  • Examine the working mechanisms of these devices
  • Construct non-detailed conceptual designs of biomedical devices
  • Evaluate the performance of retrieved implanted biomedical devices and make recommendation to improve the design
  • Operate the laboratory (small scale) artificial kidney
  • Develop detailed biomedical device designs in collaboration with traditional engineers and medical specialists
Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Who Should Attend

Executive who requiring Biomedical Engineering.


Relevance of Course to employment/upskilling/reskilling

BME313 introduces biomedical devices and their evaluation, preparing students for employment and upskilling in medical device and healthcare technology.


Admissions Prerequisites

  • Diploma or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Please refer to Undergraduate CET Admission Eligibility Criteria for Undergraduate CET Modular Courses.

 

Schedule

WeekLessonDayTimeTopic
21Monday7pm - 10pmIntroduction, Historical Development and Basic Principles of Biomedical Devices
42Monday7pm - 10pmCardiac Devices
43Saturday8.30am - 11.30amLab Activity
54Monday7pm - 10pmOphthalmological Devices
85Monday7pm - 10pmAuditory and Dental Devices
106Monday7pm - 10pmDiagnostic Devices
127Monday7pm - 10pmSterilization, Failure and Evaluation of Biodevices

 

Assessments

The overall course grade is determined by

  • Online Test, Written Exam

 

Trainer Info

Dr. Luciana Lisa Lao is a Senior Lecturer at Nanyang Technological University with over 15 years of academic and research experience in biomaterials and biomedical engineering. She specializes in advanced biomaterials, drug delivery systems, and biomedical devices, having taught and developed courses such as Advanced Biomaterials, Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering, and Biomedical Devices.

She holds a Ph.D. in Biomaterials,  Materials Engineering from NTU and a First-Class Honours degree in Materials Engineering, complemented by international research stints with renowned scientists like Prof. Nicholas Peppas and Nobel Laureate Prof. Jean-Marie Lehn. Her credentials include multiple teaching awards and a strong publication record in Tier 1 journals, making her a distinguished expert in biomedical applications and device innovation.

Ms Chua Su Chen is an experienced leader in product testing and certification with a strong background in medical and healthcare technologies. She has served as Vice President at TÜV SÜD and SETSCO, driving compliance testing for medical devices and connected healthcare innovations across ASEAN and ANZ.

Holding a Master’s in Communication Engineering (NTU) and a Bachelor’s in Biomedical Engineering (University of Malaya), she brings deep technical expertise and industry insight. As an instructor at SUSS, she teaches the core module on Biomedical Devices, blending academic rigor with practical knowledge from years of hands-on experience in medtech compliance and regulatory standards.

Dr. Tan Yang Fei is a seasoned researcher with a Ph.D. in Materials Science from Nanyang Technological University and a Master’s in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore. His expertise spans nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, and biomedical device applications, with extensive experience in designing and fabricating nano-delivery platforms for therapeutic agents.

He has published in leading journals such as Biomaterials and Journal of Controlled Release, and has hands-on experience with advanced biomedical technologies, including confocal microscopy and flow cytometry. His strong academic credentials and practical research background make him an invaluable resource for trainees seeking deep insights into biomedical devices and innovative therapeutic solutions.


Course Completion requirements

  • Participants are required to achieve at least 75% attendance and pass any prescribed examinations/assessments or submit any course/project work (if any) under the course requirement.
  • Participants are required to complete all surveys and feedbacks related to the course.
  • The course fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the course fees without prior notice.
  • Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to amend and/or revise the above schedule without prior notice.

 

Course Fees, payment and refund policy

  International Participants Singapore Citizens (below 40yrs), Permanent Residents Singapore Citizens (40yrs and above) SkillsFuture Mid - Career Enhanced Subsidy1Enhanced Training Support for SMEs2 (Singaporean and PRs)
Full Course Fees (A) $1,927.00$1,606.00$1,606.00 $1,606.00
SSG Grant Rate (B) 0%70%70%70%
SSG Grant (C)- $1,124.20$1,124.20$1,124.20
Nett course fees
(A) - (C) = (D) 		$1,927.00$481.80$481.80$481.80
9% GST on Nett course fees (E)$173.43$43.36$43.36$43.36
SSG Enhanced Funding Rate (F)0%0%20%20%
SSG Enhanced Grant (G)-- $321.20$321.20
Total nett course fee payable, including GST
(D) + (E) - (G) = (H)		$2,100.43$525.16$203.96$203.96

1 Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.
2 Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: SME-sponsored employees (Singapore citizens and PRs) aged 21 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.

For the various payment modes, please refer here.

For the refund policy, please refer here. 

For clarification, please contact the SUSS Academy via the following:

Telephone: +65 6248 0263
Email: [email protected]