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(31 credits)
Program Purpose: This one-year program, offered in partnership with Anoka-Ramsey Community College, prepares students for entry-level positions in the biomedical device and product industry. Graduates will work in manufacturing, product development and testing. Many of the courses transfer to four-year institutions. Classes include specific biomedical coursework, as well as writing, statistics, and a field experience with a biomedical company. For additional information about biomedical programs visit the Anoka-Ramsey Community College web site at www.AnokaRamsey.edu.
Program Admission: Inver Hills students also must apply for admission to one of the Biomedical (BMED) Programs (degree or certificate) through Anoka-Ramsey, which grants the degree or certificate. Submit the Application for Biomedical Programs to the Admissions and Records Office. The BMED Program Core courses are only offered through Anoka-Ramsey; classes will be held at Inver Hills. All other courses are offered by Inver Hills. Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English or mathematics. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply to the degree.
Program Information: A minimum grade of C must be earned in all Program Core courses offered by Anoka-Ramsey. A cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 or higher is required for certificate completion. Anoka-Ramsey grants the certificate. CS 1100 Introduction to Computers is required for students who cannot demonstrate competence in basic computer skills. BMED 1100, 2100, and 2200 should be completed before taking BMED 2297 Field Experience and Seminar.
(Biomedical Technician Certificate course descriptions)
BMED 1100 Introduction to Biomedical Devices/Industry, 2cr
BMED 2100 Design and Manufacturing in the Medical Device Industry, 3cr
BMED 2200 Introduction to Medical Device Regulations/Ethics, 3cr
BMED 2300 Intro to Quality Assurance, 3cr
BMED 2297 Field Experience and Seminar, 4cr
HCM 1111 Medical Terminology, 2cr
BIOL 1130 Human Body Systems, 3cr
ENGL 1108 Writing and Research Skills, 4cr
COMM 1110 Public Speaking, 3cr
MATH 1103 Introduction to Statistics, 4cr
Note: The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice. Students should refer to the current catalog to determine the limits to earn a degree.
For more information call an admissions representative at 651/450-3000 or send us your question.