Apr 27, 2025  
USC Catalogue 2021-2022 
    
Catalogue Navigation
Catalogue Home
About USC
Administration
Admission and Orientation
Tuition and Fees
Academic Calendar
The Schools and Academic Units
Programs, Minors and Certificates
Programs by School
Courses of Instruction
Schedule of Classes
Academic and University Policies
Undergraduate Education
Graduate and Professional Education
The Graduate School
About the Catalogue
Past Catalogues
USC Catalogue 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOGUE]

Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering (MS)

This program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed for the development of medical devices and diagnostic techniques, including aspects of medical product regulation and product development. The course of study requires successful completion of 26-28 units of course work and has been designed to be completed in three semesters of full-time study. Students in the program will complete a 17-unit core as well as selecting a 6-8 unit specialization (or “track”) and one elective from a list provided by the department.

Required Courses (17 units)

Regulation Track (6 units)

Product Development Track (6 units)

Medical Technology and Device Science Track (6-7 units)

Select two courses.

Technical Elective (one course)

Applicable courses include: AME 503, BME 511, BME 535, BME 551, ISE 507, ISE 508, ISE 544, MPTX 517 and courses listed in alternate tracks to that chosen. Other courses may be applicable; please see an adviser for approval.

Minimum Units Required: 26