BME 4720 - Biomedical Optics

Credit Hour(s): 3

Course Description: Quantitative biomedical optics, principles and applications of light propagation in biological tissues; optical imaging contrasts, light transport models including photon diffusion in living tissue; optical devices for light-based diagnostics for cancer detection, brain function monitoring; light-based therapies as alternative treatment for cancer and brain diseases. Application of concepts in lab experiments. Presentation of translational research of optical methods and clinical applications.

Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level PHY 2410 Minimum Grade of D and (Undergraduate level ANT 2120 Minimum Grade of D or Undergraduate level ANT 3120 Minimum Grade of D)

Enrollment Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following degrees: Intending Egr & CS, Pre_Degree. Must be enrolled in one of the following colleges: College of Egr & Computer Sci.

Course Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture

Grade Mode: Standard
An additional fee is associated with this course.