HL2008 Simulation Methods in Medical Engineering 7.5 credits
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
The laboratory exercises of the course are devoted to the presentation of medical simulation systems with working demonstrators.
Following this course you will gain knowledge and understanding of:
- Mathematics, physics background and solution methods of medical simulations.
- Biomechanics simulations using finite elements.
- Simulations for Fluid and Climate Technology.
- Haptic simulations.
- Surgical simulations.
- Molecular simulations.
- Simulation of neural networks.
Intended learning outcomes
Theory and practical use of medical simulations is studied. A comprehensive introduction to the methods and theory of medical simulations is provided. The course is suited for biomedical engineering students, which have limited experience and want an introduction to the theoretical background for medical simulations.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of anatomy.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Introduction to computation and modeling for differential equations / Lennart Edsberg
Utdelat material.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Passed written exam (TEN1; 4,5 cr.), grading A-F.
Passed lab work (LAB1; 3 cr.), grading P/F.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.