Medical Device Innovation

Program Overview

This program provides training in advanced medical device technology skills, including design, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs. Designed in collaboration with industry experts, it addresses the demand for professionals in Ireland's growing medical device sector. Graduates with a background in science, engineering, or technology are well-positioned for careers in this dynamic field.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year One Semester 1
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Basic Principles of Medical Device Technology
• Computer-Aided Design Analysis
• Applied Biomaterials
• Lean/ Six Sigma
• Innovation/ Project Management
• Year One Semester 2
• Medical Device Design & Analysis
• Medical Device Manufacturing
• Validation & Regulatory Affairs
• Team Design Project

Careers:

• Design
• Manufacturing
• Technical services
• Customer support
• Other services that add value to the sector

Other:

• The medical device industry in Ireland is changing from being predominantly manufacturing based to becoming increasingly complex, value added and driven by R&D.
• The course was formulated with industry input in response to a number of recommendations highlighted in the March 2008 Forfás Report on the Future Skills Needs of the Irish Medical Devices Sector.
• The course specifically addresses the need to upskill scientists, engineers and technologists and the provision of professional development within this sector.
• Based on growth patterns in the sector, career opportunities are very positive.
• In Ireland, 140 medical technology companies employ 25,000 people, exporting €6.2b worth of products annually.
• Medical device products represent almost 10% of Ireland’s exports and prospects for growth of the industry are good.
• Graduates may also pursue career in the pharmaceutical sector.