The 1st cycle Degree Course in Biomedical Engineering has the specific objective, the training of professionals with technical and biological skills, differing from the skills of other graduates of the class L9. In detail, these skills will be adequately provided through the integration of industrial engineering, information engineering and medical-biological knowledge. The professional profile of Biomedical Engineer (ISTAT code 2.2.1.8.0) must therefore be versatile and able to work profitably in the labour market and namely in the biomedical professions. Starting from the knowledge of the methodological and operational aspects of basic sciences, engineering and biology, it aims to train graduates in Biomedical Engineering able to carry out activities including the assessment of the reliability, quality and safety of devices for the biomedical, pharmacological use as well as of support-aid devices for the disabled, even up to their design with specific reference to new prostheses and artificial organs. More specific skills that will be acquired through the training, consist in the use and development of software for biomedical applications and in the management of clinical decision support services and systems. The degree course in Biomedical Engineering is structured in a group of common training activities, later splitting into two different curriculums, one more oriented to biomaterials and the other to Bioelectronics/Bioinformatics and related technologies. Within the course, it is possible to divide the training activities in well-defined learning areas, both common and specific curricular ones, reflecting the specific objectives of the educational program as a whole. The principal areas are: Basic engineering, industrial engineering, biology and physiology, Biomaterials and Industrial Bioengineering, Bioelectronics and physical techniques for medicine. Thanks to the solid technical and scientific bases provided during common activities, and the specific teachings provided in the two curricula, the degree course in Biomedical Engineering can ensure a profitable integration into work environments already at the end of the studies, but also allows graduates to deepen their skills by entering to a 2nd cycle Degree Course.
Making judgments: Graduates must have the ability to analyze and interpret various aspects of biomedical engineering, including safety and liability issues, and demonstrate strong and independent judgment skills, through the knowledge of economic, organizational and ethical issues. Students, at the end of the degree course, will acquire the ability to effectively carry out literature and general information in searches, with the aim of collecting all the data necessary for the identification and analysis of the main problems related to engineering in general and its applications in the biomedical field. Based on the data collected and the acquired theoretical/practical knowledge, you will be able to make independent judgments about the effectiveness of different engineering solutions applicable to the various examined cases, as well as about the technical-economic impact of the proposed solutions. Judgement autonomy, with the ability to select, process and interpret data, will be developed in particular through specific exercises, seminars, preparation of reports, particularly in those courses belonging to the class specific areas, and also, through the activities assigned by the supervisor to prepare the final exam. The acquisition of judgment skills is assessed through examinations, as well as through the evaluation of internships and of the preparation of the final examination. Communication skills: The Degree Course in Biomedical Engineering Degree will provide the acquisition and/or improvement of language skills (ie reading, writing, listening, and dialogue) by the frequency of the lessons, the study of texts proposed by teachers, targeted literature searches, and also by attending seminars. In addition, students can consolidate their language skills also through the use of texts in English and may also communicate in English as well as in Italian. Written and verbal communication skills will be developed during the individual teachings requiring the preparation of reports, written papers and their oral presentation, but especially through the exams and any mid-term tests. On such occasions, the teachers will also take into account these issues in the final evaluation. A further development of communication is also obtained during the internships and the drawing of the relevant final report, and through the final exam. In summary, a graduate in Biomedical Engineering will be able to: produce technical reports regarding the activities carried out; read and interpret technical reports written by colleagues and industry experts; read, understand, and possibly draw up internal company regulations and technical manuals of biomedical devices and equipment; communicate effectively in writing and orally, both in Italian and English; design a biomedical device, helping to choose optimal specifications for its construction and manufacture; interact with the medical and paramedical staff, in terms of assessment of the specific techniques and instrumental needs, in order to develop appropriate solutions.
Learning skills: The student, at the end of the degree course, through the general knowledge and the acquired methodology made, well gain awareness not only of aspects related to the issues and problems of the content of the course itself, but also on the importance and necessity of continuous and independent, professional development ,because of the continuous technical and technological progress and the evolving regulations and legislation. He/she will be able, therefore, to continue the engineering studies with autonomy, awareness and discernment, or to integrate fully into the world of work, recognizing that independent learning must characterize the whole professional life-cycle. Learning skills are acquired throughout the study period, particularly through self-study, the preparation of individual projects, the activities carried out for the preparation of the thesis and the tutoring activities. The achievement of learning skills is primarily assessed during examinations and the final examination.