Bachelor of Cardiopulmonary and Perfusion Technology (Honours)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Cardiopulmonary and Perfusion Technology (Honours) program at Lincoln University College equips students with the knowledge and skills to become highly skilled cardiovascular perfusionists. The program emphasizes critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in the healthcare industry and beyond. Graduates are well-equipped to work in various settings, including hospitals, medical equipment manufacturing companies, and government-funded programs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Bachelor of Cardiopulmonary and Perfusion Technology (Honours)

The program prepares graduates to become highly skilled cardiovascular perfusionists, in high demand both within Malaysia and internationally.

Program Aim:

The program aims to produce professionals who are:

• Knowledgeable in applying critical thinking in cardiopulmonary and perfusion technology.
• Competent in practicing with interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Professional and capable of working ethically, demonstrating personal and digital skills in the healthcare environment.
• Demonstrating leadership skills and responsibilities with excellent numeracy skills in cardiopulmonary and perfusion technology.
• Able to demonstrate entrepreneurial skills.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates can pursue diverse career paths in various settings, including:

• Healthcare industry
• Private medical equipment manufacturing companies
• Technical design firms
• Government-funded programs
• Cardiac perfusion for operations
Potential job titles include:
• Perfusion Technologist
• Medical Case Review Physician
• Cardiovascular Perfusionist
• Respiratory Perfusionist
• Perfusion Technological Consultant

Outline:

Duration:

4 Years

Intakes:

January, May, September

Curriculum:

The curriculum covers various aspects of cardiopulmonary and perfusion technology, including:

• Cardiothoracic anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
• Pharmacology
• Fetal and neonatal heart development
• Perfusion science

Structure:

The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, including:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
• Cardiovascular Pathology
• Perfusion Technology
• Critical Care Medicine
• Pharmacology for Perfusionists
• Perfusion Equipment and Instrumentation

Other:

• The program is designed to prepare graduates for professional practice as cardiovascular perfusionists.
• Graduates will be well-equipped to work in diverse healthcare settings.
• The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills.

Conclusion:

The Bachelor of Cardiopulmonary and Perfusion Technology (Honours) program at Lincoln University College offers a comprehensive and rigorous education, preparing graduates for successful careers in the field of cardiopulmonary perfusion.