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HSC103CE
Professional and Clinical Practice for Clinical Engineering
This module provides an essential foundation for students enrolled in the BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Medical Engineering) and (Rehabilitation Engineering) programmes. It is designed to support the transition from academic study to professional healthcare environment.
You will undertake 10 weeks of clinical placement in specialist Clinical Engineering departments, where they will begin to develop the practical skills, professional behaviours, and clinical understanding required for future practice.
In addition, you will gain valuable insight into related healthcare disciplines through rotational experiences in areas such as Biomechanics, Gait Analysis, Physical disabling Conditions and other interprofessional settings. The module introduces key professional behaviours, technical competencies, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing students to contribute effectively to the delivery of safe and innovative patient care.
By the end of the module, you will have a clearer understanding of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Medical Engineering professions and their roles within the wider healthcare system, laying a strong foundation for your ongoing clinical learning and development.
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HSC112
Scientific Basis of Engineering
This module provides a foundation in the core scientific and engineering principles that underpin Clinical Engineering. It supports students in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they will build on throughout their programme and apply in healthcare science roles. The focus is on essential electrical and electronic theory, alongside key concepts in engineering mechanics.
Students will explore topics such as electricity and magnetism, circuit components, analogue and digital systems, signal processing, motors, transducers, and feedback systems. These are taught in the context of clinical applications, helping students understand how engineering principles support patient care and medical technology. The module also introduces informatics and statistics relevant to Clinical Engineering practice.
In parallel, the module covers mechanical engineering concepts including force, energy, friction, material properties, and dynamics. Students will also learn about safe working practices, simple machines, heat transfer, and the use of tools in clinical settings. Together, these areas provide a strong interdisciplinary base for further study and clinical experience.
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HSC229
Clinical Engineering 1
This introductory module provides a solid foundation in the engineering principles that underpin clinical practice in healthcare science. You¿ll explore key concepts in fluid mechanics, biomechanics, and materials science, learning how they apply to the design, operation, and lifecycle management of medical devices. The module also introduces professional practice at level 5, helping you develop the skills and competencies required to work safely and effectively in clinical engineering environments. You¿ll study the behaviour of fluids and gases, including hydrostatics, laminar and turbulent flow, and the application of Bernoulli¿s equation. In materials science, you¿ll examine the properties and microstructure of materials used in healthcare, with a focus on biocompatibility and selection for specific clinical applications. The biomechanics component covers human movement, joint and muscle function, and gait analysis, linking anatomical knowledge with engineering models and measurement techniques. In addition, the module covers essential quality systems and equipment management processes; from procurement and safety testing to maintenance, calibration, and decontamination. You¿ll learn how to keep accurate records, manage waste, and conduct routine investigations within your specialism. By the end of the module, you¿ll be equipped to apply engineering principles to real-world healthcare challenges, contributing to safe, effective, and patient-centered clinical services. The module is delivered and assessed over the entirety of level 5; thus, commencing in semester 1 of year 1 and concluding in semester 2 of year 2
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SHC232
Instrumentation Signal Processing and Imaging
This is a module for students following Healthcare Science programmes that details the theory and application of physiological measurement and imaging in healthcare.
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SHC233ME
Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 1 (Medical Engineering)
This module provides an opportunity to explore professional practice within a healthcare science discipline and to gain the professional skills and competences required for practice at level 5.
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SHC245
Medical Equipment Lifecycle
An introductory module for students following medical physics technology and rehabilitation engineering in equipment lifecycle management.
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SHC248
Fluid Mechanics, Biomechanics and Materials
This module covers the essential engineering principles and practice applied to fluid mechanics, biomechanics and materials used in clinical engineering practice.
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SHC249
Innovation and Medical Devices
This module will explore the clinical and technical aspects of medical devices and the transfer of liability implications that must be considered when customising and modifying medical devices.
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SHC328
Rehabilitation Engineering in the Clinical Environment
This module aims to provide students with an appreciation and understanding of medical and social models of rehabilitation. They will be familiar with the quality management systems used in the rehabilitation engineering environment, including audit to underpin safe and high-quality services. This module will focus on the needs of patients and how to assess and support patients to make decisions about the use of assistive technologies.
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SHC329
Science and Principles Supporting Rehabilitation Engineering
This module will develop students¿ knowledge and understanding of the main disabling conditions affecting people. The module will consider the role of the rehabilitation engineer, rehabilitation services and a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) approach to providing high-quality, patient-centred and safe rehabilitation services. The principles and use of assistive will be explored and linked to materials, design of assistive technologies and workshop practice.
