CT 661 Cardiac Implantable Devices

Prerequisites: CT-601, CT-602, CT-660.  In this course, students will build on fundamentals of medical electronics, ECG interpretation, and knowledge of cardiac electronic devices to understand advanced ECG analysis and advanced skills in remote monitoring. Students will learn about implantable device programming technology, including pacing, programmer use, lead testing, rate modulation, upper rate behaviors, manufacturer algorithms, acute and chronic complications, interpreting device rhythms, and data management. Students will also demonstrate competence in cardiac device interpretation, follow-up, and device reporting. Students will delve deeper into theory, features, indications, advanced implant skills and procedures, and problem-solving of various implantable devices. Students will also build and apply electrophysiological knowledge to patient management across the lifespan (e.g. pediatrics). Students will gain knowledge in noninvasive cardiac diagnostic testing related to rhythm disturbance. Through programmer labs and simulations, students will apply their knowledge to patient case scenarios to build their knowledge and skills.

Credits

2