Learning Outcomes

Biology for Engineers

Bio-inspired Engineering

Cells and Life Processes

Properties of Cells

Clinicians Perspective: Tackling Brain Tumors

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will understand the significance of the integration of biology, medicine and engineering to address major societal problems. You will also learn about the various processes that are associated with the sustenance of life, such as growth, reproduction, evolutionary adaption and cell properties.

Nucleic Acid and Central Dogma

Gene Cloning

Lab Demonstration: DNA Cloning

Polymerase Chain Reaction

Lab Demonstration: Polymerase Chain Reaction

This module features the functionalities and Properties of DNA and DNA tools. You will learn about the various technologies involved in molecular biology research and biotechnology such as Polymerase Chain Reaction, Gene Cloning and more.

Uses of DNA Tools

Gene Expression

Lab Demonstration: RNA Extraction and cDNA Synthesis

Plant Biotechnology

Clinicians Perspective: Impact of Biotechnology

In this module, you will study the practical applications of DNA tools and Biotechnology through some laboratory demonstrations. You will also explore the uses of these tools in various sectors like agriculture, clinical research and medicine.

Introduction to Genetics

Mendelian Genetics

Deviations from Mendelian Genetics

Rules of Probability

Clinicians Perspective: Infectious Disease Diagnosis

In this module, you will learn about some of the basic terminologies associated with genetics such as phenotype, hereditary, genotype, alleles and traits. You will also examine the properties of Mendelian Genetics and how they influence the patterns of inheritance in humans.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering - First Assessment

This assessment enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of the first four modules of the course.

Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance

Genetic Recombination and Linkage

Classical Genetics Experiment

Bacteria and Viruses

Clinicians Perspective: Pathology Meets Engineering

In this module, you will be introduced to Mendel's Laws of Inheritance and consider how these laws affect the behaviour of chromosomes during meiosis. The concepts of genetic recombination, linkage and the properties of bacteria and viruses will also be examined.

Cell Cycle and Dysregulation

Cell Development

Plant and Animal Cloning

Evolution

Clinicians Perspective: Technology and Disease Control

In this module, you will study more intently about cell cycles and development. You will also come to understand the importance of mitosis and the significance of meiosis for reproduction. The principles and applications of plants and animal cloning will also be explained.

Amino Acids and Proteins

Proteins and Proteomics

Techniques to study Proteins and Proteome

Difference Gel Electrophoresis

Bioinformatics

In this module, you will be introduced to the subject of proteomics. The history of proteomics will be highlighted and you will learn about the properties of amino acids, proteins and protein-related technology, considering how they have driven the field of proteomics. Basic techniques commonly used in the study of proteins will also be discussed.

Mass Spectrometry

Protein Interactions and Micro-arrays

Protein Interactions and Systems Biology

Bioinformatic Tools

Ethics in Research and Publication

In this module, you will study the basics of mass spectrometry and its applications in the field of proteomics. You will also learn about the methods used in the study of protein-to-protein interactions as well as the various tools used in the study of bio-molecular interactions and the structure of proteins.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering - Second Assessment

This assessment enables you to review your learning so you can determine your knowledge and understanding of the last four modules of the course.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering - Course Assessment

Learn about the significance of the integration of biology, engineering and medicine in this free online course.

Advanced Diploma in Bioengineering: An Interface between Biology and Medicine

In this free online course in bioengineering, you will study the various ways in which engineers and clinicians can collaborate effectively to solve a range of societal problems. You will learn about the concepts of gene cloning and biotechnology. Genetics, developmental biology, evolution and proteomics will also be discussed. Consider the technological advancements that are being made in these fields and analyze how they can be improved upon.

Introduction to Biomedical Engineering

Introduction to Physiology

Bioinstrumentation

Biosignal Processing

Biomedical Imaging Systems

Biomechanics

In this module, you will be introduced to biomedical engineering, its history and applications. You will also examine the human physiology and the composition of the body systems. Also, you will get to understand the basic components of bio-instrumentation, biosignal, biomechanics and some biomedical imaging systems used in biomedical engineering.

Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Theory - Course Assessment

Explore the applications of biomedical engineering theories in the healthcare sector with this free online course.

Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Theory

This foundational course provides you with an overview of the principles and applications of biomedical engineering. We cover a wide range of topics, including the history and applications of biomedical engineering, an introduction to physiology, bioinstrumentation, biosignal processing, biomedical imaging systems, biomechanics and much more. Join us on this exciting journey into the heart of biomedical engineering. Enrol now.

Hydrogels

Hydrogels in Tissue Engineering

Bioceramics

Scaffold Fabrication Strategies

Self Assembly

3D Bioprinting

This module presents the applications of Hydrogels, Bioceramics and Scaffold Fabrication in Tissue Engineering. You will learn about the process of facilitating self-assembly and the role of 3D Bioprinting in the fabrication of scaffolds.

Surface Characterization and Microscopy

Bulk Properties

Biological Characterization

This module presents the importance of characterizing the properties of materials. You will learn about various types of Material Characterization techniques and their significance in Tissue Engineering.

Tissue Engineering and Material Characteristics - Course Assessment

In this free online course, learn about the significance of Material Characterization in Tissue Engineering Applications

Tissue Engineering and Material Characteristics

This free online course discusses the applications of Hydrogels, Bioceramics and Scaffold Fabrication and the importance of characterizing the properties of materials in Tissue Engineering. You will learn about the process of facilitating self-assembly and the role of 3D Bioprinting in the fabrication of scaffolds. Further, the various types of Material Characterization techniques and their significance in Tissue Engineering, are also discussed.

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