BS Biomedical Engineering Technology

Program Description

The department of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering in collaboration with Biomedical Sciences department at Pak-Austria Fachhochschule: Institute of Applied Sciences & Technology (PAF-IAST) is offering BS Biomedical Engineering Technology program from Fall 2023.

The BS Biomedical Engineering Technology program at PAF-IAST accredited by National Technology Council (NTC) is a hands-on program aligned with Industrial skills requirements and state-of-the-art fields. The program equips graduates with the expertise to proficiently recognize, evaluate, and address issues and malfunctions in biomedical equipment. The graduates will possess the capability to confidently engage with biomedical equipment and machinery, performing maintenance and repairs. The curriculum also instills research acumen and skills in graduates. With their acquired knowledge and competencies, the graduates will have the potential to drive transformative advancements in the realm of medical technology.

The program entails the initial three years, during which students engage in fundamental and core courses across six semesters. In the fourth year, students have the opportunity for On-Job field Training, enabling them to familiarize themselves with the operational dynamics of diverse biomedical engineering sectors. This hands-on experience offers valuable insights into real-world working environments within the realm of biomedical engineering industries.

Associated Careers

Career Paths: Government Hospitals, Private Hospitals, Universities, Rehabilitation Centers, School & Colleges, Government Agencies, Research Laboratories, Manufacturing, Equipment testing and field servicing, Software and hardware engineering, Medical device industry and Innovative design and development

Salient Features of the Program

Program Approval by NTC

Program approved by National Technology Council (NTC), Pakistan.

Multidisciplinary, Industry-Oriented Curriculum

A multidisciplinary and industry-oriented curriculum designed to develop relevant technical knowledge, practical competence, and professional readiness.

Foreign-Qualified PhD Faculty Members

Students are supported by foreign-qualified PhD faculty members with academic, research, and industrial expertise.

Hands-On Practical Training

Hands-on practical training is provided through laboratory work, technical activities, applied learning, and projects.

Research Project Opportunities

Opportunity to work on research projects funded by national and international organizations.

Industrial Collaboration

Strong industrial collaboration supports practical exposure, professional development, internships, applied projects, and career opportunities.

Objectives of the Program:

Objectives of the Program

The program is designed to develop competent biomedical engineering technology graduates with strong technical, professional, and societal responsibilities.

Technical Excellence and Problem Solving

Graduates will master engineering principles and technical expertise to address intricate challenges in biomedical equipment by providing practical solutions that advance healthcare and patient well-being.

Collaboration, Communication, and Professionalism

Graduates will ensure the reliable operation of biomedical equipment while working effectively with healthcare professionals, engineers, and diverse teams by integrating ethics, safety, and relevant regulations into professional practice.

Continuous Learning, Innovation, and Community Impact

Graduates will commit to continuous learning by staying current with developments in biomedical technology and healthcare trends, while contributing through innovation, collaboration, and responsible practices for a sustainable society.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

The following Program Learning Outcomes define the technical knowledge, professional skills, and competencies expected from graduates of the program.

SA1: Engineering Technology Knowledge

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, Engineering Technology fundamentals and Engineering Technology specialization to defined and applied Engineering Technology procedures, processes, systems, or methodologies.

SA2: Problem Analysis

An ability to identify, formulate, research literature and analyze broadly defined Engineering Technology problems, reaching substantiated conclusions using analytical tools appropriate to the discipline or area of specialization.

SA3: Design/Development of Solutions

An ability to design solutions for broadly defined Engineering Technology problems and contribute to the design of systems, components, or processes to meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

SA4: Investigation

An ability to conduct investigations of broadly defined problems; locate, search, and select relevant data from codes, databases, and literature; and design and conduct experiments to provide valid conclusions.

SA5: Modern Tool Usage

An ability to select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern technology and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to broadly defined Engineering Technology problems, with an understanding of their limitations.

SA6: The Engineering Technologist and Society

An ability to demonstrate an understanding of societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues, and the consequent responsibilities relevant to Engineering Technology practice and solutions to broadly defined Engineering Technology problems.

SA7: Environment and Sustainability

An ability to understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of Engineering Technology work in the solution of broadly defined Engineering Technology problems in societal and environmental contexts.

SA8: Ethics

Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of Engineering Technology practice.

SA9: Individual and Teamwork

An ability to function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams.

SA10: Communication

An ability to communicate effectively on broadly defined Engineering Technology activities with the Engineering Technologist community and society at large by comprehending and writing effective reports and design documentation, making effective presentations, and giving and receiving clear instructions.

SA11: Project Management

An ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Engineering Technology management principles and apply these to one’s own work as a member or leader in a team, and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

SA12: Lifelong Learning

An ability to recognize the need for and have the ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning in specialist Engineering Technologies.

Entry Requirements

Admission Eligibility & Merit Criteria for BS Biomedical Engineering Technology:

Eligibility Criteria

At least 50% marks in DAE / FSc (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical) or other equivalent qualifications such as A-Level, ICS, or B.Sc.
Sports and Hafiz-e-Quran marks are not counted.
Candidates must qualify the Entrance Test conducted by PAF-IAST.

Merit Scheme / Weighted Average Score

The weighted average score for admission is calculated as follows:

Academic Component	Weightage
SSC / Equivalent	10%
HSSC / Equivalent	30%
PAF-IAST Entry Test / SAT	60%

Relevant Labs at PAF-IAST

Explore Available Academic, Engineering and Biomedical Laboratories

Students have access to multidisciplinary laboratories that support practical learning, experimentation, design, research, innovation, and project-based activities.

Foundation & Computing Labs

Applied Physics Lab

Applied Chemistry Lab

Engineering Workshop Lab

Computer (CAD) Lab

Electronic Circuits Lab

Digital Logic Design Lab

Engineering & Technology Labs

Embedded Systems Lab

Engineering Mechanics Lab

Mechanics of Materials Lab

Instrumentation & Control Lab

Robotics & Automation Lab

Advanced Manufacturing Lab

Biomedical & Clinical Labs

Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab

Biomechanics Lab

Biomaterials Lab

Molecular Biology Lab

Medical Imaging Devices Lab

Clinical Laboratory Equipment Lab

Course Curriculum

Semester 1

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hours
				Theory	Practical
1	BIF-101/ MTH-001	Basic Biology (for Pre-Engineering Students)/ Foundation Mathematics-I (for Pre-Medical Students)	Natural Sciences	3	0	3
2	SS-111	Islamic Studies	Civilization-1	2	0	2
3		Natural Science*	Natural Science	3	0	3
4		Natural Science Lab*	Natural Science	0	1	1
5	COMP-105	Fundamentals of ICT	Applications of ICT	1	0	1
6	COMP-105L	Fundamentals of ICT Lab	Applications of ICT	0	1	1
7	MME-101L	Workshop Practice (ID-I)	Interdisciplinary Subject	0	1	1
8	MME-102L	Engineering Drawing (ID-II)	Interdisciplinary Subject	0	1	1
9	SS-103	English Language and Communication Skills	Functional English	3	0	3
10	SS-331	Community Service	Civics and community engagement	0	1	1
Total				12	5	17
* To be opted from the pool of courses approved by Institute

Semester 2

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hours
				Theory	Practical
1	MTH-003	Quantitative Reasoning-I	Quantitative reasoning	3	0	3
2	ECE-110	Basic Electrical Engineering	Foundation	2	0	2
3	ECE-110L	Basic Electrical Engineering Lab	Foundation	0	1	1
4	SS-112	Pakistan Studies	Civilization-2	2	0	2
5	SS-203	Technical & Business Writing	Expository writing	3	0	3
6	BUS-251	Entrepreneurship	Management Science	3	0	3

Total				13	1	14

Semester 3

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hours
				Theory	Practical
1	BTY-222	Molecular Biology	Breadth	2	0	2
2	BTY-222L	Molecular Biology Lab	Breadth	0	1	1
3	ECE-161	Digital Logic Design	Foundation	3	0	3
4	ECE-161L	Digital Logic Design Lab	Foundation	0	1	1
5	COMP-111	Programming Fundamentals	Interdisciplinary Subject	3	0	3
6	COMP-111L	Programming Fundamentals Lab	Interdisciplinary Subject	0	1	1
7	SS-120	Occupational Health and Safety	Social Sciences	2	0	2
8	BMS-114	Human Anatomy & Physiology	Foundation	3	0	3
9	BMS-114L	Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab	Foundation	0	1	1
Total				13	4	17

Semester 4

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hrs
				Theory	Practical
1	BMS-352	Biomedical Instrumentation & Techniques	Breadth	2	0	2
2	BMS-352L	Biomedical Instrumentation & Techniques Lab	Breadth	0	1	1
3		Arts & Humanities*	Arts & Humanities	2	0	2
5	MTH-210	Quantitative Reasoning-II	Quantitative reasoning	3	0	3
6	SS-321	Engineering Economics	Social Sciences	2	0	2
7	HND-104	Introductory Biochemistry	Interdisciplinary Subject	2	0	2
8	HND-104L	Introductory Biochemistry Lab	Interdisciplinary Subject	0	1	1
9	ECE-112	Electric Circuits	Foundation	2	0	2
10	ECE-112L	Electric Circuits Lab	Foundation	0	2	2
Total				13	4	17
* To be opted from the pool of courses approved by Institute

Semester 5

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hours
				Theory	Practical
1	ECE-251	Signal and Systems	Breadth	3	0	3
2	ECE-252L	Signal and Systems Lab	Breadth	0	1	1
3	ECE-261	Introduction to Embedded Systems	Depth	3	0	3
4	ECE-261L	Introduction to Embedded Systems Lab	Depth	0	1	1
5	ECE-212	Electronic Devices and Circuits	Foundation	3	0	3
5	ECE-212L	Electronic Devices and Circuits Lab	Foundation	0	1	1
6	MMT-398	Capstone Project-I	Capstone Project	0	3	3
7	BMS-266	Biomechanics	Breadth	2	0	2
8	BMS-266L	Biomechanics Lab	Breadth	0	1	1
Total				11	7	18

Semester 6

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hours
				Theory	Practical
1	MMT-351	Biomedical Control Systems	Depth	2	0	2
2	MMT-351L	Biomedical Control Systems Lab	Depth	0	1	1
3	BMS-463	Medical Imaging	Depth	3	0	3
4	BMS-357	Clinical Laboratory Equipment	Depth	2	0	2
5	BMS-357L	Clinical Laboratory Equipment Lab	Depth	0	1	1
6	–	ID-I*	Interdisciplinary Subject	2	0	2
7	–	ID-I Lab*	Interdisciplinary Subject	0	1	1
8	MMT-399	Capstone Project-I	Capstone Project	0	3	3
9	BMS-373	Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering	Breadth	2	0	2
10	BMS-373L	Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering Lab	Breadth	0	1	1
Total				11	7	18
*HOD will approve the course.

Semester 7

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours				Total Credit Hours
					Theory		Practical
1	MMT-498	16 Weeks Supervised Industrial/ Field Training (8×5=40 Hrs / Week)	Major Depth	0		16		16
Total					16				16

Semester 8

Sr. No	Course Code	Subject	Nature	Credit Hours		Total Credit Hours
				Theory	Practical
1	MMT-499	16 Weeks Supervised Industrial/ Field Training (8×5=40 Hrs / Week)	Major Depth	0	16	16
Total				16		16