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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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This module is designed to update the student in new trends, relevant techniques and applications in diagnostic technology. The latest advances will be discussed and related to common problems in biomedical diagnostic device design. This module will employ a mixed lecture/case discussion format, with several sessions of lectures by visiting industry experts. Students will complete an essay on some aspect of advanced diagnostics technology and an exam on the case studies described in their lectures. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Outline current developments in advanced diagnostics research. 2. Evaluate recent publications and developments in Biomedical Diagnostics. 3. Give examples of case studies in industrial, academic and clinical research and describe how these relate to each other. 4. Use the scientific literature to source relevant information in advanced diagnostics. 5. Prepare a clear, concise essay based on literature research. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Advanced Diagnostic Technology. The syllabus will vary according to current literature, research and developments but generally topics will include current `hot topics' in diagnostic technology, advances in biomedical engineering, developments in disease detection including immunochemical assays and biosensors, common diseases and their `markers', current problems and potential solutions in biomedical diagnostics, working in the Biomedical Diagnostics Industry.. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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