Diploma in Biomedical Equipment Technology

Course Details

Diploma in Biomedical Equipment Technology

Description:

The Diploma in Biomedical Equipment Technology is designed to supply the Health Sector with capable and proficient Biomedical Equipment technicians, who are required in hospitals and other medical facilities to perform a wide range of functions. These include installation/commissioning of medical equipment, training, testing, calibration, maintenance and various operational duties. Graduates who meet the programme matriculation requirements may apply for admission into the BASc. In Biomedical Engineering.

Mode of Delivery and Duration: Full Time; Two (2) years

Available Full Time:Yes
Available Part Time:No

Programme Venue(s):

1. O'Meara Campus

Entry Requirements

The admission requirements in accordance with the University’s regulations for admission to Diploma programmes are as follows:

• Passes in at least five (5) subjects at CXC (CSEC) General Proficiency (Grades I, II and from 1998 Grade III) or passes at GCE Ordinary Levels, which must include Mathematics, English Language, and any two of the following: Chemistry, Biology, Physics ;OR
• Completion of the Certificate in Applied Engineering Programme (formerly Pre-University Programme) with greater than or equal to 50% in ALL subject areas. 

Mature student entry

An applicant who does not satisfy the entire stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to a programme may be accepted as a Mature Student. He/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the Programme.