Winter 07/Spring 08 Course Descriptions

All courses below are approved to be taught in Winter 2007 and Spring 2008; however, some (or all) may not be offered in either term.  The courses that are offered in Spring link to the Schedule of Classes.  Classes with alternative delivery modes (Web based, cable TV, correspondence, etc) are noted in the Schedule at the section level.  The complete list below is a good indicator of what may be offered over the next few years (contact department about offerings).  For explanations of course elements see the Key to Course Descriptions.

Biomedical Engineering (BME )  Department Info

BME 410 -- Biology for Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Basic biological principles governing cellular processes and links to applications in medicine, engineering, and applied sciences.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  BME 510.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 411 -- Physiology for Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Fundamental concepts and principles in physiology relevant to the field of bioengineering and including a survey of materials necessary for an understanding of physiological principles.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  ECE 411, ABE 411.
May be convened with:  BME 511.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 416 -- Principles of Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Introduction to engineering principles that govern the behavior of biomedical systems. Emphasis is on principles from solid and fluid mechanics, rigid body dynamics, mass and heat transfer and biomedical imaging.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  BME 516.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 417 -- Measurement and Data Analysis in Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Topics in biomedical instrumentation, sensors, physiological measurements, analog and digital signal processing, data acquisition, data reduction, statistical treatment of data, and safety issues. Course includes both lecture and structured laboratory components.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  ECE 417.
May be convened with:  BME 517.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 481B -- Bioprocess Engineering Applications  (3 units)
Description:  Application of engineering fundamentals, such as heat and mass transport, thermodynamics, kinetics, and the process of design to the fields of biotechnology, fermentation, food processing and bioseparation. 2ES. 1ED.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  MATH 254.
Identical to:  ABE 481B; ABE is home department.
May be convened with:  BME 581B.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 483 -- Micro Biomechanics  (3 units)
Description:  Thermodynamics, mechanics, and structures of biomolecules (e.g., proteins and DNA) and cells. Deformation mechanisms and theories for both flexible and semi-rigid chains, and the applications in biomolecules and cells. Experimental micro biomechanics techniques for both biomolecules and cells.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  A ME 230 or equivalent, MATH 223 or equivalent, A ME 324A.
Identical to:  A ME 483; A ME is home department.
May be convened with:  BME 583.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 495C -- Current Topics in Biomedical Engineering  (1 unit)
Description:  Current topics of Biomedical Engineering will be presented by a variety of faculty & guest speakers. Current research, relevant issues, historical perspectives and personal experience in their field of speciality will be presented and discussed.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
May be convened with:  BME 595C.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 499 -- Independent Study  (1-3 units)
Description:  Qualified junior or senior level undergraduate students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 6 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 510 -- Biology for Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Basic biological principles governing cellular processes and links to applications in medicine, engineering, and applied sciences. Graduate-level requirements include 3 exams and presentation of a research journal article.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  BME 410.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 511 -- Physiology for Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Fundamental concepts and principles in physiology relevant to the field of bioengineering and including a survey of materials necessary for an understanding of physiological principles. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  BME 411.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 516 -- Principles of Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Introduction to engineering principles that govern the behavior of biomedical systems. Emphasis is on principles from solid and fluid mechanics, rigid body dynamics, mass and heat transfer and biomedical imaging. Graduate-level requirements include a written term paper and an oral presentation. See syllabus for complete course requirements and grading scale.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be convened with:  BME 416.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 517 -- Measurement and Data Analysis in Biomedical Engineering  (3 units)
Description:  Topics in biomedical instrumentation, sensors, physiological measurements, analog and digital signal processing, data acquisition, data reduction, statistical treatment of data, and safety issues. Course includes both lecture and structured laboratory components. Graduate-level requirements include building a biomedical instrument that implements a novel solution to a real-life problem. Examinations for graduate students will include additional essay questions that test ability to formulate creative solutions. Course includes both lecture and structured laboratory components.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  ECE 517.
May be convened with:  BME 417.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 576 -- Microvascular Biology  (3 units)
Description:  This course will examine the advanced treatment of the biology and physiology of the microvasculature.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
Identical to:  PS 576.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 581B -- Bioprocess Engineering Applications  (3 units)
Description:  Application of engineering fundamentals, such as heat and mass transport, thermodynamics, kinetics, and the process of design to the fields of biotechnology, fermentation, food processing and bioseparation. 2ES. 1ED. Graduate-level requirements include two additional design projects, homework problems requiring a greater degree of mathematics, and exams containing questions which evaluate a higher level of thought processes.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  ABE 581B; ABE is home department.
May be convened with:  BME 481B.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 582 -- Simulation of Biological Systems  (3 units)
Description:  Fundamental differential equations of plant systems are solved using analog computer methodology. Analysis of soil temperature and moisture, mulched systems, plant growth, and greenhouse environments are simulated using dynamic digital programs, CSMP and ACSL. Parameters of radiation, heat, and moisture transfer , CO2 and unique soil properties are utilized to provide realistic simulation of cyclic conditions. Graduate-level requirements include a special project.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Credit for:  2 units engineering science, 1 unit engineering design.
Identical to:  ABE 582; ABE is home department.
Usually offered:  Summer.

BME 583 -- Micro Biomechanics  (3 units)
Description:  Thermodynamics, mechanics, and structures of biomolecules (e.g., proteins and DNA) and cells. Deformation mechanisms and theories for both flexible and semi-rigid chains, and the applications in biomolecules and cells. Experimental micro biomechanics techniques for both biomolecules and cells. Graduate-level requirements include comprehensively review one of the mainstream experimental techniques in micro biomechanics and submit a final report.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  A ME 583; A ME is home department.
May be convened with:  BME 483.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 595B -- Scientific Writing Strategies, Skills and Ethics  (2 units)
Description:  Provide students with skills to write/communicate effectively for a variety of scientific audiences; including scientific journals, funding institutions, potential employers as well as administration in academia and industry.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
Identical to:  PHCL 595B; PHCL is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 595C -- Current Topics in Biomedical Engineering  (1 unit)
Description:  Current topics of Biomedical Engineering will be presented by a variety of faculty & guest speakers. Current research, relevant issues, historical perspectives and personal experience in their field of speciality will be presented and discussed. Graduate-level requirements include graduate student-acclimation to the BME Program, meeting & interactacting w/ faculty as potential mentors/advisors.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 1 time (maximum 2 enrollments).
May be convened with:  BME 495C.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 597G -- Research Methods in Biomedical Engineering  (1-3 units)
Description:  A requirement of all students in the BME Graduate Program. Students must complete laboratory rotations of 45 contact hours per unit of rotation in any participating faculty lab. Students choose and schedule their rotations after becoming familiar with the faculty research interests. The rotations expose the student to a number of research areas in Biomedical Engineering and assist in the student's choice of a dissertation/thesis advisor. Prior to performing a rotation, the student should meet with the prospective mentor to discuss the nature of the rotation. A brief report of what was accomplished in each rotation must be submitted to the Program with the rotation faculty's signature at the end of each rotation. Ph.D. candidates in Biomedical Engineering must complete at least 3 rotations (3 units) while M.S. students must complete at least 2 rotations (2 units). Limited to BME major & minor graduate students.
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  limited to BME major and minor graduate students.
May be repeated:  for a total of 9 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

BME 599 -- Independent Study  (1-6 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 630 -- Biomedical Optics and Biophotonics  (3 units)
Description:  [Taught alternate years beginning Fall 2004]. This course covers the basic optical principles, techniques, and instruments used in biomedical research and clinical medicine. It includes in-depth coverage of optical imaging and spectroscopy systems for biomedical research and clinical diagnosis, details of light interaction with tissue, and advanced optical therapeutic instruments and techniques. The course describes commercial devices and instruments as well as new devices and instruments under development for novel applications. This course is intended for advanced graduate students in optical sciences or engineering with a suitable background in optics and imaging. .
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Identical to:  OPTI 630; OPTI is home department.
Usually offered:  Fall.

BME 638 -- Advanced Medical Imaging  (3 units)
Description:  Describes the physical principles behind the medical cross-sectional imaging modalities of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound (US), positron emission tomography (PET), and single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).
Grading:  Regular grades are awarded for this course: A B C D E.
Prerequisite(s):  OPTI 512R, OPTI 604.
Identical to:  OPTI 638; OPTI is home department.
Usually offered:  Spring.

BME 693A -- Clinical/Industrial Internship  (3 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of training and practice in actual service in a technical, business, or governmental establishment.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 696A -- Biomedical Engineering Seminar  (1 unit)
Description:  The development and exchange of scholarly information, usually in a small group setting. The scope of work shall consist of research by course registrants, with the exchange of the results of such research through discussion, reports, and/or papers.
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for a total of 6 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

BME 696C -- Biomedical Engineering Student Forum  (1 unit)
Description:  This course is an opportunity for students to exchange ideas, present research topics, and invite guest speakers
Grading:  Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E.
May be repeated:  for credit 3 times (maximum 4 enrollments).
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

BME 699 -- Independent Study  (1-6 units)
Description:  Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599, 699, or 799.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 900 -- Research  (1-12 units)
Description:  Individual research, not related to thesis or dissertation preparation, by graduate student.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P C D E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 909 -- Master's Report  (1-12 units)
Description:  Individual study or special project or formal report thereof submitted in lieu of thesis for certain master's degrees.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 910 -- Thesis  (1-12 units)
Description:  Research for the master's thesis (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, artistic creation, or thesis writing). Maximum total credit permitted varies with the major department.
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 920 -- Dissertation  (1-9 units)
Description:  Research for the doctoral dissertation (whether library research, laboratory or field observation or research, or dissertation writing).
Grading:  Alternative grades are awarded for this course: S P E K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

BME 930 -- Supplementary Registration  (1-9 units)
Description:  For students who have completed all course requirements for their advanced degree programs. May be used concurrently with other enrollments to bring the total number of units to the required minimum.
Grading:  Grade of K is awarded for this course except for the final term.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.