Course Description

A study of codes, standards, and management principles. Emphasis is on the proper use and application of safety test equipment, preventive maintenance procedures, hospital safety. Course topics include: Definition of safety. Electrical, gas, and fire safety. Safe environment for patients, medical personnel and attendants. Medical Equipment life cycle (Planning, Acquisition, Test, Maintenance, Decommissioning). Generation of a computer database for equipment, suppliers, dealers and manufacturers (Medical Equipment Record MER). Using Medical Equipment service manual. Preventive maintenance procedures. Corrective maintenance, repair and amendment of existing equipment. Basic troubleshooting principles.

 

Course ID: BIOEN 452

Credit hours Theory Practical Laboratory Lecture Studio Contact hours Pre-requisite
2 2 2 NONE
Published on: 14 May 2014
Last update on: 21 September 2023
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