Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Medical Device Networking and Cybersecurity 
Career Cluster:	Manufacturing

CCC	
CIP Number	0615040109	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	23 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	Please see the CIP to SOC Crosswalk located at the link below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Biomedical Equipment Technician AS degree program (1615040102).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to designing, manufacturing, evaluating, troubleshooting, repairing and testing various types of biomedical equipment.  Additionally, students will learn to function in a hospital or industry environment through an internship at a local biomedical department.  During the internship, students will be assigned routine duties as biomedical equipment technicians.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 23 credit hours. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Apply written and verbal skills.
02.0	Apply mathematical skills.
03.0	Apply basic software skills related to biomedical engineering technology.
04.0	Understand basic biomedical principles.
05.0	Understand basic electronics/computer principles.
06.0	Understand basic networking principles.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Medical Device Networking and Cybersecurity
CIP Numbers:	0615040109
Program Length:	23 credit hours	

This certificate program is part of the Biomedical Equipment Technician AS degree program (1615040102). At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Apply written and verbal skills.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Apply written composition principles.	
01.02	Demonstrate verbal presentation approaches.	
01.03	Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written communication.	
01.04	Demonstrate reasoning and creative thinking ability.	
01.05	Apply word processing skills for technical report writing.	
01.06	Work effectively in a team environment.	
02.0	Apply mathematical skills.  The student will be able to:	
02.01	Understand mathematical functions, algebra, and complex numbers.	
02.02	Demonstrate proficiency in solving basic algebraic expressions and systems of equations.	
02.03	Analyze technical applications with computer and calculator-based tools.	
03.0	Apply basic software skills related to biomedical engineering technology.  The student will be able to:	
03.01	Understand word processing software functions.	
03.02	Understand database software functions.	
03.03	Understand spreadsheet software functions.	
03.04	Understand Internet browser functions.	
03.05	Demonstrate proficiency in using word processors for written reports and communication.	
03.06	Demonstrate proficiency in using software to analyze and troubleshoot basic biomedical systems.	
03.07	Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing Internet resources.	
04.0	Understand basic biomedical principles.  The student will be able to:	
04.01	Understand basic medical terminology.	
04.02	Understand principles of selected biomedical instrumentation.	
04.03	Identify biomedical sensors and transducers.	
04.04	Identify and demonstrate the use of selected biomedical instrumentation.	
04.05	Demonstrate proficiency in analyzing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating selected biomedical instrumentation.	
05.0	Understand basic electronics/computer principles.  The student will be able to:	
05.01	Understand and apply basic electrical signals	
05.02	Understand microprocessors and microcontrollers.	
05.03	Demonstrate proficiency in analyzing, troubleshooting, and repairing basic electrical systems.	
05.04	Understand computer interface concepts.	
05.05	Demonstrate proficiency in reading electrical diagrams.	
05.06	Demonstrate proficiency in electrical measurements.	
05.07	Demonstrate proficiency in computer interfacing.	
05.08	Demonstrate proficiency in loading system software in computer-based equipment.	
05.09	Demonstrate proficiency in hardware replacement in computer equipment.	
06.0	Understand basic networking principles.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Understand basic network software and hardware technologies	
06.02	Demonstrate proficiency in understanding broad-based vendor independent network hardware technologies such as Local Area Networks (LAN) which include wired and wireless technologies.	
06.03	Demonstrate proficiency in understanding basics in principle software protocols such as TCP/IP functions.	
06.04	Demonstrate proficiency in relating network technology to real world applications in the biomedical field such as:	
•	Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)	
•	Hospital Information Systems (HIS)	
•	Medical Instrumentation Interfacing	
•	Cyber Security (to include network security)	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools, and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the co-curricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.