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Credit:
1 course unit
Elective course
Catalog Description:
An intensive independent study experience on an engineering or
biomedical science problem related to bioengineering. Requires
preparation of a proposal, literature evaluation, and preparation of a
paper and presentation. Regular progress reports and meetings with a
faculty advisor are required.
Prerequisites:
Junior or senior
standing in Applied Science Biomedical Science (BAS) or the BSE Program.
Course Objectives:
This course is the ultimate opportunity for
students to apply what they have learned during their undergraduate
education and touches upon all program objectives. It provides a
comprehensive experience in the project process including technical
aspects, communication and ethics. Projects can span two consecutive semesters, enabling more comprehensive and extensive projects with one report at the end of the second semester. The second semester of the same project is BE492 and a grade is given for each semester.
Topics
covered:
No set topics, but students completing this course should be able
to
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Define a
clear motivation for the project chosen
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Develop a
working relationship with an advisor and/or team in a multidisciplinary
environment
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Learn and
integrate technical material in new areas and review the essence of a new
technical field
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Be able to
apply newly acquired engineering and scientific methods
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Write a
proposal for the project
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Assess
ethical issues related to responsible conduct of research
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Assess
progress and describe engineering and scientific accomplishments and
failures of the project.
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Prepare an
effective poster to communicate the scientific findings to the public.
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Translate
the essence of the research project into a coherent oral presentation.
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Write a
professional final report with publication quality, which is written
correctly for a defined format
Class/laboratory schedule: Arranged with project advisor
Contribution towards Professional Component:
Proportion of engineering science, engineering design, and basic
science is dependent on particular project.
Contribution towards Program Outcomes:
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Multidisciplinary
Ability
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Med.
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Problem Solving
Approach
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High
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Problem Solving
Methods
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Med.
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Experimentation
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Med.
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Design
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Med.
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Professional
Orientation
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Med.
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Person(s) Preparing Description and Date:
Gershon Buchsbaum
July 2007
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