Biomedical Equipment Technology

This program is open to interested students. However, students are required to satisfy placement at the time of admission. Students' placement test results must show readiness for ENGL 101 and FNMT 118 or higher for admission to the program. Internship is required for completion of the program and adds significantly to student learning and preparation to enter the workforce. The hospitals where students perform their internships require various clearances, such as medical clearances, criminal and child abuse background checks and drug screening. 

To qualify for the A.A.S. degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, students must complete a minimum of 70 credit hours as prescribed and attain a grade point average of 2.0 ("C" average). A grade of “C” or better is required for all courses applied towards the degree. Students who follow the course sequence below may complete the degree in two years.

All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request for Course Substitution of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College's general education requirements is also available.

The Biomedical Equipment Technology Program prepares students to repair and maintain medical equipment utilized in hospitals and other healthcare environments. The program will be of particular interest to students who want to work in the healthcare arena but are more interested in working with medical technology and supporting the healthcare providers who utilize the equipment than in providing direct patient care. The program is intended to provide students with direct entry to the work environment, and students are expected to find employment in hospitals, with third-party organizations that hospitals may contract with for healthcare technology management services, and with medical device manufacturers who need to provide technical support to their customers. Additional employment opportunities may be found at dialysis centers, medical equipment rental companies, etc.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Apply knowledge of medical devices, electronics, computer networks and anatomy and physiology to resolving medical equipment repair problems.
• Demonstrate professional behavior in the workplace such as teamwork, communication, etc.
• Work in accordance with applicable safety procedures to ensure their own safety, as well as that of patients and other employees.
• Follow applicable department, hospital and legal guidelines in relation to record keeping, patient privacy, etc.