Health, Biomechanics, Wearables & Operational Safety
185 online programmes, designed with industry and taught by practising engineers.
Health, Biomechanics, Wearables & Operational Safety in the United States
Health technology and biomechanics form a significant sector in the United States, anchored by medical device hubs in Minnesota, Massachusetts, California and New Jersey. Companies develop implants, diagnostic equipment, rehabilitation devices and wearable sensors under strict regulatory oversight. Engineers apply biomechanical modeling, human factors and operational safety analysis to improve device performance and worker well-being. Careers often involve close collaboration with clinicians and regulatory affairs teams.
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Diploma in Agile-Hybrid PMO for Technical Programmes
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in agile-hybrid PMO for technical programmes. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485), analysis…
Diploma in Dynamic Pricing Models and Elasticity
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in dynamic pricing models and elasticity. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485), analysis…
Diploma in EV Transition: Infrastructure, Charging and ESG Reporting
600-hour online postgraduate diploma in fleet electrification: fleet assessment, real-world range, charging infrastructure, grid connection, OCPP, business case and ESG reporting, with an assigned tutor.
Diploma in Experience Measurement (NPS/CES) and Moments of Truth
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in experience measurement (NPS/CES) and moments of truth. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO…
Diploma in Factory Ramp-Up: PPAP, MP&L and Day-1 Control
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in factory ramp-up: PPAP, MP&L and Day-1 control. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO…
Diploma in First Aid and Medical Care on Board
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in first aid and medical care on board. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO…
Diploma in Fleet Medical Plans and Maritime Telemedicine
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in fleet medical plans and maritime telemedicine. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485),…
Diploma in Fleet TCO, Telematics and Operational Optimisation
600-hour online postgraduate diploma in fleet management by total cost of ownership: leasing and residual value, telematics, maintenance, fuel, route optimisation, tachograph and taxation, with an…
Diploma in In-Vehicle Digital Product Metrics and Usage Telemetry
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in in-vehicle digital product metrics and usage telemetry. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (MDR, ISO 13485, IEC 62304),…
Diploma in Lean in High-Mix/Low-Volume Environments
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in lean in high-mix/low-volume environments. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485), analysis methods…
Diploma in OEE, SMED and Process Stability
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in OEE, SMED and process stability. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485), analysis…
Diploma in Sea Survival and Rescue Boats
600-hour online postgraduate diploma in sea survival and rescue boats: SOLAS and the LSA Code, hypothermia, abandoning ship, rescue boats, liferafts, distress beacons and drill planning,…
Diploma in SLA, Quality of Service and Corporate Road Safety
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in SLA, quality of service and corporate road safety. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR),…
Diploma in Software Validation and Clinical Evidence (SaMD)
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in software validation and clinical evidence (SaMD). 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485…
Diploma in Strategic Sourcing and Commodity Negotiation
600-hour online postgraduate diploma in strategic sourcing of raw materials: category analysis, price formation, hedging, supplier evaluation, negotiation and supply contracts, with an assigned technical tutor.
Diploma in Supplier Development and Advanced APQP
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in supplier development and advanced APQP. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (MDR, ISO 13485, IEC 62304), analysis methods,…
Diploma in Technical Documentation and Technical File Design
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in technical documentation and technical file design. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (MDR, ISO 13485, IEC 62304), analysis…
Diploma in Theory of Constraints (TOC) and Pull Flow
600-hour online postgraduate diploma in the Theory of Constraints and pull flow: five focusing steps, throughput accounting, drum-buffer-rope, replenishment, critical chain and thinking processes, with an…
Diploma in Usability Study Planning and IEC 62366 Protocols
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in usability study planning and IEC 62366 protocols. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO…
Diploma in Workshop Network Operations: Times, Warranty and KPIs
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in workshop network operations — labour times, warranty and KPIs. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (MDR, ISO 13485,…
Postgraduate Diploma in Injury Criteria and Protective Device Validation (HIC/BrIC/Nij)
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Injury Criteria and Protector Validation (HIC/BrIC/Nij). 8 modules covering FMVSS 208 (occupant protection), UN Regulation No. 94 (frontal collision) and LS-DYNA.…
Postgraduate Diploma in Impact and Athlete Crash Instrumentation
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Impact and Athlete Crash Instrumentation. 8 modules covering SAE J211-1 (instrumentation for impact tests), ISO 6487 (measurement techniques in impact tests)…
Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Helmet and Sports Airbag Design
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Helmet and Sports Airbag Design. 8 modules covering UN Regulation No. 22.06 (motorcycle helmets), EN 1078 (cycle helmets) and LS-DYNA.…
Postgraduate Diploma in FE Modelling of Head and Neck Applied to Sport
800-hour online Postgraduate Diploma in FE Modelling of Head and Neck Applied to Sport. 8 modules covering EN 1078 (cycling helmets), EN 1077 (ski helmets) and…