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Applied Computation in Bioengineering (BMEN20003)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Dr Lionel Lam
Email: lionel.lam@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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This subject aims to introduce students to the application of programming and computational methods to solve problems in the context of bioengineering research and industry. It introduces students to the fundamentals of software programming and computational methods via the use of programming languages. These techniques will be explored in the context of problems drawn from different aspects of bioengineering including, but not restricted to, fluid mechanics, image processing, electromagnetism, control systems, biomechanics, biomaterials, biosignals and clinical statistics.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- 1. Read, write and debug small-scale numerical programs in a high-level programming language
- 2. Argue for the validity of such programs, from both logical and numeric-soundness perspectives
- 3. Translate bioengineering problems into mathematical models and numerical programs
- 4. Implement and utilise fundamental numerical methods to solve problems relevant to bioengineering
- 5. Undertake independent learning of new programming languages by appreciating and leveraging similarities in syntax and semantics
Generic skills
- The ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
- The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
- A capacity for creativity and innovation
- The ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
- Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning
- Profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship
- A capacity for lifelong learning and professional development
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MAST10006 | Calculus 2 |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MAST10009 | Accelerated Mathematics 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10021 | Calculus 2: Advanced | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10019: Calculus Extension Studies
AND
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
MAST10007 | Linear Algebra |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MAST10008 | Accelerated Mathematics 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10022 | Linear Algebra: Advanced | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10018: Linear Algebra Extension Studies
OR
Selection of one of the following:
- Biomedical specialisation (formal) in the MC-ENG Master of Engineering
- Biomedical with Business specialisation (formal) in the MC-ENG Master of Engineering
- MC-BIOMENG Master of Biomedical Engineering
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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COMP20005 | Intro. to Numerical Computation in C |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
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12.5 |
BMEN20001 - Biomechanical Physics and Computation
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Two individual programming assignments. 10% each, 10 hours per assignment. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 - 4 are addressed in this assessment.
| From Week 3 to Week 7 | 20% |
Online quizzes. 30 minutes per quiz, 3% each, 15% total. 10 quizzes held during weeks 2-11 (best 5 scores taken). ILOs 1 - 2 are addressed in this assessment.
| Throughout the teaching period | 15% |
One team-based programming project (in teams of 3 - 4) 25 hours per student. ILOs 1 - 5 are addressed in this assessment.
| From Week 8 to Week 12 | 25% |
One 2-hour written examination. ILOs 1 - 5 are addressed in this assessment.
| During the examination period | 40% |
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Lionel Lam Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 x 1-hour lectures per week (total 36 hours) 1 x 2-hour workshop per week (total 24 hours) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Dr Lionel Lam
Email: lionel.lam@unimelb.edu.au
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Last updated: 19 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject is delivered through lectures, tutorials and workshop classes for hands-on programming activities. Assessment includes weekly low-stakes programming quizzes, two individual programming assignments, one major team-based programming assignment, and a final exam.INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students are provided with lecture slides with example problems, tutorial worksheets with suggested solutions, and other reference material (both text and audiovisual) where relevant.CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
Exposure to the applications of programming/computation across the various fields of biomedical engineering via guest lectures. - Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Specialisation (formal) Biomedical Specialisation (formal) Biomedical with Business Major Biomedical Engineering Systems Major Biomedical Engineering Systems - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 19 April 2024