Medical Device 

Background

In today's world, the medical device field has become very important, and it is integrated into a variety of essential medical procedures, requiring the use of advanced technologies.

With the development of medicine in the world, new devices have entered the field, and with them the need for professional and skilled manpower who knows how to operate and maintain the supporting systems.

The Medical Device Engineering Program

The medical device program focuses on training practical engineers whose role is to care for and operate medical equipment including life support machines, anesthesia machine, surgical instruments, ECG, dialysis, ultrasound, and more, in medical institutions such as hospitals, private clinics, and companies dealing with medical devices.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can integrate into a variety of interesting and challenging positions in the healthcare system and specialize in the care and operation of medical devices, performing medical tests, checking equipment functionality, troubleshooting of technical problems, integrating into high-tech companies, manufacturing, and marketing medical devices.

Curriculum

The curriculum is based on the program of the Government Institute for Technological Training (MAHAT). It includes basic courses such as English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, and Computers; Medical specialization courses such as Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Devices, Neurology, Cardiology, and Pharmacology; Practical training in an Electronics laboratory and a Medical device laboratory; and performing internships in medical institutions.

Program Structure

The program lasts for 3 years in a day-time studies (total of 6 semesters). The first two years are full-time studies at the college, and the third year is divided between studies at the college (up to two days a week) and two internships at a medical institute.

Internships

The medical device program includes two internships. Each internship lasts for about five months and is carried out in a different department of the medical institute. A final project must be submitted for the first internship.

Exams

As part of the program, students are required to pass two external government exams, and are also evaluated on their submitted project work.

Diplomas

Students who successfully complete all program requirements receive two diplomas at the end of their studies:

• A diploma of Medical Device Practical Engineering from MAHAT
• A diploma of Medical Technologist from ORT Braude Practical Engineering College

Admission Requirements

• Full or partial high school diploma with a passing grade in English (3 units) and Hebrew (2 units)
• A grade of at least 80 in Mathematics (3 units) or a Technical Algebra course
• Personal interview