Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this certification course, the learner will be able to:
- Program a scenario from a given script.
- Setup and run a simulation system from start to finish.
- Troubleshoot simulation components and systems to restore function of equipment.
Module 1 – Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
- Identify and discuss basic principles of fluid dynamics.
- List general safety precautions when working with hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Define parts of a fluid system.
- Analyze a fluid system schematic.
- Design a fluid system to perform a specific task.
- Discuss how pneumatics and hydraulics are used in patient simulation.
Module 2 - Electrical
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
- Explain Ohm’s Law and its three elements.
- Identify and construct series and parallel circuits.
- Identify circuit faults and how components fail.
- Summarize magnetism and its effects on electronics.
Module 3 - Computers
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
- Navigate and use Laerdal, Gaumard, and METI simulation software.
- Describe the various methods of manikins control and how networks are used.
- Demonstrate troubleshooting of manikins and computers.
Module 4 - Manikins
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
- Identify major components of manikins.
- Start, run, and shut down manikins.
- Determine basic problems with manikins and perform corrective actions to solve those problems.
Module 5 -Debriefing Systems
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
- Explain the purpose of a debriefing system.
- Rate the effectiveness of video and audio debriefing.
- Demonstrate the operation of the B-Line AV system for recording and playback for debriefing.
Module 6 - Anatomy & Interventions
Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:
- Explain the relationship between human medical simulation and basic human anatomy and physiology.
- Match programmed parameters to human organs and systems.
- Identify ways that a manikin can mimic pathological findings.
- Identify commonly used drugs and how they normally affect the body.
- Recognize various medical procedures and how they are performed on a manikin.