Associate in Science
Engineering and Building Arts Department
Biomedical Engineering Technology
BMET-AS
Effective Beginning Catalog Term: Fall 2024 (640).
The requirements shown below are valid beginning Fall 2024 (640), and may not reflect degree requirements for current students. Current students should visit My SPC and view My Learning Plan to see specific degree requirements for their effective term.
Program Leadership Information
Dr. Natavia Middleton
Dean
Dr. Brian Bell
Lead Instructor
727-791-2401
Dr. Sidney Martin
Program Director
727-394-6203
Program Summary
The Associate of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology prepares students for employment in a healthcare related field in electronics. The program has a strong electronics workforce focus which includes industry tours, professional association meetings, and technical workshops by industry leaders in the manufacturing of medical technology. It is also a cross-curricular program with classes in computers, networking and biology. Students combine their knowledge and skills in electronics, computers, and biology through hands-on learning and experience. Biomedical Engineering Technology provides students a chance to work directly with equipment and in environments where they can make a difference in someone's quality of life. There are two sub plans associated with the BMET-AS degree program: Medical Device Networking and Cybersecurity, and Medical Device Design and Manufacturing. This program was developed with the guidance and support of an Advisory Committee that was comprised of Clinical Engineers from Bay Care Health Systems, the Bay Area Association for Advanced Medical Instrumentation (BAAMI), members of the Florida Biomedical Society, the Manufacturing Partnership, Upper Tampa bay Chamber of Commerce, and representatives of local medical device companies. The degree aligns with the Association for Advanced Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) national certification for Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET).
Florida CIP Code
1615040102 - Biomedical Equipment Technician
Federal CIP Code
15.0401 - Biomedical Technology/Technician.
Job Related Opportunities
Healthcare institutions and medical device companies have a growing need for skilled professionals with technical skills and an understanding of the healthcare delivery and medical device regulatory environments. Graduates of the program will have the education, skills, and credentials needed to pursue career opportunities in a variety of settings including: • Healthcare institutions such as hospitals, clinics, health maintenance organizations, and managed care agencies; • Companies that develop, produce, and market medical devices; • Integrated service companies that install, manage, and service medical equipment; • Public health and government agencies; and • International organizations dedicated to improving healthcare in third-world and developing countries. Employment of biomedical engineers/medical equipment repairers/biomedical equipment technicians is projected to grow 30 percent from 2012 to 2022, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment growth will stem from both greater demand for healthcare services and the increasing types and complexity of the equipment these professionals manage, maintain and repair. BMETs work in a hospital’s Biomedical or Clinical Engineering areas but can also find employment with a third-party independent service organization (ISO), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM), durable medical equipment provider, or many other healthcare organizations. BMETs working for an OEM or ISO are often called Field Service Engineers (FSE).
Graduation Rules
Students must complete all required general education, support, and program-related courses including field experience with a grade of a "C" or better.
MAJOR CORE COURSES
SUBPLAN CORE COURSES
Medical Device Networking and Cybersecurity (MDNC) (Complete 16 credits)
SUBPLAN CORE COURSES
Medical Device Design and Manufacturing (MDDM) (Complete 16 credits)
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AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Communications - Composition- Core
Complete 3 credits from the approved General Education Composition I coursework. Minimum grade of "C" required. This requirement must be completed within the first 24 credits of coursework toward the AS degree.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Social and Behavioral Sciences- Core
Complete 3 credits from the approved General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences coursework. Minimum grade of "C" required. Completing POS 2041 or POS 2041H or AMH 2020 or AMH 2020H will satisfy the <b><u>course</b></u> component of the Civic Literacy Requirement.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Humanities and Fine Arts-Core
Complete 3 credits from the approved General Education Humanities and Fine Arts coursework. Minimum grade of "C" required.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Mathematics-Core
Complete 3 credits from the approved General Education Mathematics coursework. Minimum grade of "C" required.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Ethics
Complete 3 credits from the approved General Education Ethics coursework. Minimum grade of "C" required.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Natural Sciences - Core
Complete 3 credits from the approved General Education Science coursework. Minimum grade of "C" required.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Computer/Information Literacy Competency
Competency may be demonstrated by completing the Computer Information and Literacy Exam (CGS 1070T) OR by successful completion of one of the approved Computer/Information Literacy Competency courses. No minimum credits required.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Enhanced World View
Complete at least one 3-credit course intended to enhance the student's world view in light of an increasingly globalized economy. Minimum grade of "C" required. In some cases, this course may also be used to satisfy another General Education Requirement.
AS GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Civic Literacy
Competency may be demonstrated by completing at least one course from the approved General Education Civic Literacy coursework below (minimum grade of "C" required) <b>AND</b> satisfactory completion of an assessment (exam). This requirement is in compliance with Rule 6A-10.02413 of the Florida Administrative Code.