Biomedical Electronics Technology

Biomedical Electronics Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code: 10-605-6

For more information: wctc.edu/bio-medical

This is a partnership program with Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC). .  You will ultimately complete your program and graduate from the partnership school, MATC.

With a reliance on technology to test and monitor patients, biomedical electronics technicians ensure medical equipment is safe, functional and properly set up. In this program, gain skills to work with technical equipment, including bedside monitor systems, electrocardiogram (EKG) machines and other devices related to patient care. Learn to install, test, calibrate and repair biomedical equipment. 

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C
Program GPA = 2.0

Program Outcomes

1. Manage medical equipment and systems.
2. Identify the function and operation various types of imaging equipment.
3. Problem-solve electronic circuits and systems.
4. Demonstrate a competency with computers and networks used in medical equipment.
5. Apply principles of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
6. Demonstrate safety precautions and practices with medical equipment.

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for this program.  An Academic Advisor can help you develop your program plan and select the term and course schedule that works best for you.

This is a partnership program and only a portion of the classes are offered at WCTC; the other courses are offered at the partnership school.