Currently, an increasing number of engineers are applying their skills in analysis and creativity to the healthcare sector. The Civil Biomedical Engineering Master’s programme aims to train engineers capable of addressing the scientific and technical challenges associated with biomedical engineering within an evolving European and global context. Inherently multidiplinary, this programme relies on strong collaboration between the fields of Sciences and Technology, and Health Sciences.
Building up on students’ existing knowledge in basic sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics) and life science (biology, anatomy, biochemistry and physiology) this master’s programme provides the opportunity to develop multidisciplinary skills across a range of applications related to living systems. Upon completing their training, students are expected to become professionals capable of better understanding and modelling living systems in order to design analytical or therapeutic tools (for example, by developing new biomedical technologies).
At the end of the programme, students will have foundational knowledge in the main areas of biomedical engineering applications : bioinstrumentation, biomaterials, medical imaging, mathematical modelling, artificial organs and rehabilitation, bioinformatics and biomechanics. They will also have advanced training in one or more of these disciplines, covering a broad range of areas of expertise.
By choosing among several elective courses, students can opt either polyvalent profile or one being more specialised. Fields of particular interest include (1) software development and algorithms for biomedical data; (2) biomaterials (implants, etc.); (3) biomechanics and medical robotics; (4) medical imaging and medical physics; (5) clinical engineering (i.e. engineering jobs in the hospital).
On successful completion of this programme, each student is able to :
1. Demonstrate mastery of a solid body of knowledge and skills in basic science and engineering science allowing them to understand and solve biomedical engineering problems (Axis 1).
1.1 Identify and use biomedical engineering concepts, laws and reasoning to solve problems in a variety of areas:
-Develop algorithms and software particularly for dealing with biomedical data; analyse biological data and medical images
- Biomaterials (interfaces, biocompatibility, etc.)
-Biomechanics, motor control and medical robotics (for surgery and rehabilitation)
-Clinical engineering
1.2 Identify and use the modelling and calculation tools necessary to solve problems raised by the fields mentioned above
1.3 Validate problem solving results, notably those expressed in orders of magnitude:
-in particular validate models by comparing them to theoretical or experimental results
2.Organise and carry out a procedure in applied engineering related to the development of a product and/or a service that meets a need or solves a particular problem in the field of biomedical engineering (Axis 2).
2.1 Analyse a problem, take stock of its functionalities and constraints; create a specifications note that takes into account technical and economic limits.
2.2 Model a problem and design one or more technical solutions using mechanical, electric, electronic and computerised approaches with the specifications note in mind.
2.3 Evaluate and classify solutions with regard to all the criteria in the specifications note: efficiency, feasibility, quality, ergonomics, security, biocompatibility, environmental and social sustainability, etc.
2.4 Test a solution though a mock up, a prototype and/or a numerical model.
2.5 Formulate recommendations to improve a technical solution either to reject it or to explain necessary improvements to make the product operational.
3.Organise and carry out a research project to understand a physical phenomenon or new problem related to biomedical engineering (Axis 3).
3.1 Document and summarize the existing body of knowledge.
3.2 Suggest a model and/or an experimental device allowing for the simulation and testing of hypotheses related to the phenomenon being studied.
3.3. Write a summary report explaining the potentialities of the theoretical and/or technical innovation resulting from the research project.
3.4. Think disruptively and creatively, open to plurality
4.Contribute as part of a team to the planning and completion of a project while taking into account its objectives, allocated resources, and constraints (Axis 4).
4.1 Frame and explain the project’s objectives (in terms of performance indicators) while taking into account its issues and constraints (resources, budget, deadlines, standards, environmental regulations, ...). Understand the principal mechanisms that govern the healthcare economy as well as the financing of social security.
4.2 Collaborate on a work schedule, deadlines and roles, for example the division of labour among students.
4.3 Work in a multi/inter/transdisciplinary environment with peers holding different points of view; manage any resulting disagreement or conflicts, identify the contributions and limits of each discipline, dialogue on the same project.
4.4 Make team decisions and assume the consequences of these decisions (whether they are about technical solutions or the division of labour to complete a project).
5.Communicate effectively (speaking or writing in French or a foreign language) with the goal of carrying out assigned projects (Axis 5).
5.1 Identify the needs of all parties: question, listen and understand all aspects of their request and not just the technical aspects.
5.2 Present your arguments, advise and convince your interlocutors (doctors, therapists, technicians, colleagues, clients, superiors, specialists from other disciplines or general public) of your technological choices by adopting their language.
5.3 Communicate through graphics and diagrams: interpret a diagram, present results, structure information.
5.4 Read and analyse different technical documents (rules, plans, specification notes).
5.5 Draft documents that take into account contextual requirements and social conventions as well as the vocabulary specific to biomedical disciplines.
5.6 Make a convincing oral presentation (in French or English) using modern communication techniques.
6. Rigorously mobilize their scientific and technical skills and their critical sense to analyze complex situations by adopting a systemic and transdisciplinary approach, and to adapt their technical responses to the current and future challenges of the socio-economic-ecological transition, thus actively contributing to the transformation of society (axis 6).
6.1 Acquire a knowledge base on the socio-ecological issues and use multi-criteria tools to evaluate the sustainability of a technology, in quantitative and/or qualitative terms.
6.2 Define, specify and analyze a problem in all its complexity, taking into account its various dimensions (social, ethical, environmental, etc.), scales (time, place) and uncertainty.
6.3 Identify, propose and activate engineering levers that can contribute to sustainable development and transition (eco-design, robustness, circularity, energy efficiency, etc.).
6.4 Demonstrate critical awareness of a technical solution in order to verify its robustness and minimize the risks that may occur during implementation, be aware of its limitations, and take a personal stand on ethical, environmental and societal issues.
6.5 Evaluate oneself and independently develop necessary skills for “lifelong learning” in the field.
