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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this certification course, the learner will be able to:

  1. Program a scenario from a given script.
  2. Setup and run a simulation system from start to finish.
  3. 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:

  1. Identify and discuss basic principles of fluid dynamics.
  2. List general safety precautions when working with hydraulics and pneumatics.
  3. Define parts of a fluid system.
  4. Analyze a fluid system schematic.
  5. Design a fluid system to perform a specific task.
  6. Discuss how pneumatics and hydraulics are used in patient simulation.

Module 2 - Electrical

Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:

  1. Explain Ohm’s Law and its three elements.
  2. Identify and construct series and parallel circuits.
  3. Identify circuit faults and how components fail.
  4. Summarize magnetism and its effects on electronics.

Module 3 - Computers

Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:

  1. Navigate and use Laerdal, Gaumard, and METI simulation software.
  2. Describe the various methods of manikins control and how networks are used.
  3. Demonstrate troubleshooting of manikins and computers.

Module 4 - Manikins

Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:

  1. Identify major components of manikins.
  2. Start, run, and shut down manikins.
  3. 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:

  1. Explain the purpose of a debriefing system.
  2. Rate the effectiveness of video and audio debriefing.
  3. 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:

  1. Explain the relationship between human medical simulation and basic human anatomy and physiology.
  2. Match programmed parameters to human organs and systems.
  3. Identify ways that a manikin can mimic pathological findings.
  4. Identify commonly used drugs and how they normally affect the body.
  5. Recognize various medical procedures and how they are performed on a manikin.
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    O'Kelly Hall Room 300
    221 Centennial Dr Stop 9021
    Grand Forks, ND 58202-9021

    701.777.0488 | UND.courses@UND.edu

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