Diploma in Biomedical Science (S98) | Singapore Polytechnic

This module equips students with basic mathematical skills and knowledge in Algebra and Trigonometry to enable them to understand and solve engineering problems encountered in the course of studies. It also serves as a foundation for subsequent mathematics modules.

Provide essential knowledge in biochemistry and cell biology for the application in biomedical, food and biologics industry. Fundamental concepts in the Cell, biomolecules and energy will be introduced with real-world contexts to illustrate concepts taught and their applications.

This module aims to provide learners with knowledge and skills on risk assessment, handling of biohazardous materials and chemicals, decontamination, storage and disposal of biohazardous waste and chemical waste. Laboratory design, standard safe practices, containment equipment and personal protective equipment appropriate for each biosafety level and routes of transmission of biological agents in laboratories are covered.

This module aims to provide students with an overview as well as insights into the applications of chemistry in day-to-day life, covering products and applications related to perfumery, cosmetics and material sciences with an overview of sustainability issues. Designed as an active learning module, students will explore and relate fundamental scientific principles to practices in the various industries.

Upon completion of this module, students will develop an in-depth understanding of the electronic structure of atoms and its basis for the study of chemical bonding. Students will learn to apply the VSEPR model to visualise three dimensional structure of molecules and determine the possible types of interactions to explain the physical and chemical properties of matter. They will also learn the structure and bonding of matter and be able to predict trends in the properties of matter and its reaction. This will enable students to apply the fundamental ideas of conservations of matter and energy in stoichiometry and thermochemistry. The module also aims to equip students with the analytical and observation skills and techniques critical for working in a chemical laboratory by exposing them to a range of experimental techniques in the areas of titration, thermochemistry and qualitative inorganic analysis.

Upon completion of this module, students will develop a basic understanding that changes in matter involved the study of its feasibility due to kinetics and thermodynamics consideration and extent of change. The qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemical kinetics are introduced to students and this will form the basis for the study of chemical equilibrium, including chemical equilibria in aqueous media involving acids and bases. Topics in organic chemistry will introduce students to basic concepts on how simple molecules can be constructed and applied to organic reaction transformations and functional group interconversion. This provides students the opportunity to apply their knowledge on structure and bonding to understand the structure and reactivity of organic molecules. The module also aims to equip students with the analytical and observation skills critical for working in a chemical laboratory by exposing them to a range of experimental skills and techniques in the areas of reaction kinetics, simple organic synthesis and purification and qualitative organic analysis.

Find out what goes into a healthy and productive team where ideas, insights, and responsibilities are shared meaningfully. Sharpen your interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively in a digital environment.

This module aims to help students discover their strengths, values and interests. It also supports students in making informed educational and career choices to achieve their career aspirations.

Acquire the skills needed to write in clear and concise English to effectively communicate an intended message to your target audience. Apply these skills when writing for specific contexts, such as scenarios related to the SDGs.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

This module equips students with the necessary mathematical knowledge and skills to solve problems encountered in their course of study. Among the topics covered are Determinants and Matrices, Complex Numbers and Calculus.

Provides basic practical laboratory skills and theoretical knowledge to analyse the contents of chemical compounds using various forms of spectroscopy and chromatography. Sampling and solvent extraction used in analyses are also covered in this module.

This module aims to provide students with an overview to the role of food science and technology in providing safe, sustainable and quality food products, from farm to fork, locally and globally. Students will examine various foods and their technologies, such as cereal science, beverage science, meat science and dairy science. Upon completion of this module, students will also be able to understand and apply basic processing principles such as unit conversions, material balance and liquid transport for the design and management of various stages of processing relating to these food science topics.

Provide essential knowledge of microbiology and genetics for the applications in biomedical, food and biologics industry. Fundamental concepts in Microbiology, genetics, evolution and inheritance will be introduced with hands on session to illustrate concepts taught and their applications.

Develop data visualisation skills and apply narrative elements and persuasive delivery techniques to communicate data effectively. Learn to craft compelling narratives, based on hard facts and data, to call stakeholders into taking action to tackle the SDGs.

Appreciate the use of both creative and computational thinking skills to solve a SDG-related problem. Apply focused and diffuse thinking , brainstorming techniques, and the four pillars of computational thinking to a chosen SDG.

Develop critical and analytical thinking skills, along with the ability to present your point of view with credible and relevant evidence. Enhance your knowledge and appreciation of local and global issues covered in the 17 SDGs, with a focus on the former.

Learn the broad overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its societal and ethical impact on modern society. Build a simple AI model with a drag-and-drop tool and consider how the use of AI can address a chosen SDG.

Provides students with the knowledge of the structural levels in the human body and the physiological processes of the major organ systems. The gross anatomy of major organs is taught so that students can correlate structure with function. The physiology of major organs is taught in order for students to appreciate the biomedical engineering applications. This module provides a foundation for the biomedical applications of clinical, histological and pathological conditions. The students will experiment with "in vivo" signals of major organ systems to understand the diagnostic and therapeutic features.

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and the practical principles of protein methods in research and development. These knowledge and techniques include expression vector design, choice of protein producing cells, recombinant protein production, protein extraction, protein purification, protein processing and analysis. This module lays a good foundation for further development in biomedical sciences in the future.

Provides students with the fundamentals of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. Topics include stereochemistry, chemical kinetics, substitution, addition and elimination reactions.

This module provides students with the underlying principles and practical skills in clinical chemistry. With relevant clinical information, the module covers the range of tests usually provided in routine screening and investigation procedures. The importance of good laboratory management and quality control procedures will also be taught with appropriate clinical vignettes.

Develop data fluency skills such as formulating questions, processing and analysing data to articulate numerical and graphical summaries. Build a simple data dashboard to generate insights and support a solution for a chosen SDG.

Leverage digital communication to engage, inspire and impact stakeholders diligently. Learn about responsible Digital Citizenship and how you can create engaging and impactful messages through various digital platforms and tools.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of immunology and its importance in clinical medicine. The key essential types and mechanisms of immunity response in defence and disease will be covered.

Provides an overview of the etiology, clinical features, pathogenesis, laboratory diagnosis, epidemiology and control of the important bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic pathogens that are medically relevant or foodborne. The use of therapeutic agents and preventive strategies will be included. Newly emerging illnesses and their suspected etiologicalagents will also be discussed.

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and the practical principles of molecular laboratory techniques in research and development. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring competencies in fundamental practical skills for biomedical research.

Get a head start in your career with the necessary skill sets, knowledge and tools to create your very own personal brand. Learn effective strategies to set yourself apart from the competition, and put it to good use and create awareness about the SDGs.

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is on independent learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

The aim of this module is to introduce students to elementary probability theory, as well as basic statistical principles, concepts and methods that are required in applied research. The topics cover both descriptive and inferential statistics; including summary statistics and graphs, probability distributions, sampling distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance and simple linear regression.

Work in multi-disciplinary groups to apply design thinking methods, backed by research and qualitative data, to tackle local sustainable issues mapped to the SDGs. Tap into knowledge and skills learnt in CCC modules to create innovative prototypes for real-life issues faced by local communities.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

This module aims to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to perform routine laboratory investigations in haematology. They will also learn to interpret and relate haematology results to various haematological diseases for diagnosis and treatment.

Internship forms the cornerstone of polytechnic education where our students obtain relevant professional industrial insights and skills. Furthermore, internship also serves as the key platform for our students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a real-life context, hone their practical skills and cultivate the right working attitude. The students will gain working experience in the hospital diagnostic laboratory, hospital research laboratories, key research institutes, universities (local and foreign), private diagnostic laboratories and private companies.

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is on independent learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

Learn the broad overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its societal and ethical impact on modern society. Build a simple AI model with a drag-and-drop tool and consider how the use of AI can address a chosen SDG.

Provides students with the knowledge of the structural levels in the human body and the physiological processes of the major organ systems. The gross anatomy of major organs is taught so that students can correlate structure with function. The physiology of major organs is taught in order for students to appreciate the biomedical engineering applications. This module provides a foundation for the biomedical applications of clinical, histological and pathological conditions. The students will experiment with "in vivo" signals of major organ systems to understand the diagnostic and therapeutic features.

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and the practical principles of protein methods in research and development. These knowledge and techniques include expression vector design, choice of protein producing cells, recombinant protein production, protein extraction, protein purification, protein processing and analysis. This module lays a good foundation for further development in biomedical sciences in the future.

Provides students with the fundamentals of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. Topics include stereochemistry, chemical kinetics, substitution, addition and elimination reactions.

This module provides students with the underlying principles and practical skills in clinical chemistry. With relevant clinical information, the module covers the range of tests usually provided in routine screening and investigation procedures. The importance of good laboratory management and quality control procedures will also be taught with appropriate clinical vignettes.

Develop data fluency skills such as formulating questions, processing and analysing data to articulate numerical and graphical summaries. Build a simple data dashboard to generate insights and support a solution for a chosen SDG.

Leverage digital communication to engage, inspire and impact stakeholders diligently. Learn about responsible Digital Citizenship and how you can create engaging and impactful messages through various digital platforms and tools.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of immunology and its importance in clinical medicine. The key essential types and mechanisms of immunity response in defence and disease will be covered.

Provides an overview of the etiology, clinical features, pathogenesis, laboratory diagnosis, epidemiology and control of the important bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic pathogens that are medically relevant or foodborne. The use of therapeutic agents and preventive strategies will be included. Newly emerging illnesses and their suspected etiologicalagents will also be discussed.

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and the practical principles of molecular laboratory techniques in research and development. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring competencies in fundamental practical skills for biomedical research.

Get a head start in your career with the necessary skill sets, knowledge and tools to create your very own personal brand. Learn effective strategies to set yourself apart from the competition, and put it to good use and create awareness about the SDGs.

The aim of this module is to introduce students to elementary probability theory, as well as basic statistical principles, concepts and methods that are required in applied research. The topics cover both descriptive and inferential statistics; including summary statistics and graphs, probability distributions, sampling distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance and simple linear regression.

Work in multi-disciplinary groups to apply design thinking methods, backed by research and qualitative data, to tackle local sustainable issues mapped to the SDGs. Tap into knowledge and skills learnt in CCC modules to create innovative prototypes for real-life issues faced by local communities.

Aims to provide students with a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology of the heart and the clinical relevance of this knowledge.

Allows students to gain experience in a wide range of cardiology techniques in a hospital or healthcare environment. Professionalism, basic patient care, safety techniques and emergency procedures are emphasised in this attachment.

Aims to provide students an overview of diagnostic and interventional applications of cardiac catheterization. It looks at history, principles, indications, instrumentation techniques, equipment use and new developments of percutaneous coronary intervention and valvuloplasty.

Provides students with fundamental concepts of ECG interpretation & monitoring, as related to diagnosis of heart diseases & abnormalities. Also provides understanding of various rhythm abnormalities commonly encountered in clinical practice.

Covers information on Conventional & Doppler Echocardiography imaging techniques and illustrations of how they are used in the diagnosis of selected diseases of the heart.

Covers basic knowledge in identifying arrhythmias, the fundamental concepts of electrophysiology studies and pacing .

Aims to provide students with definitions, etiologic evaluations, pathophysiology, clinical manifestation, risk factors, treatment, management and complications of various heart diseases.

Covers definitions, etiological evaluations, pathophysiology, clinical manifestation, risk factors, treatment, management and complications of various heart diseases.

Learn the broad overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its societal and ethical impact on modern society. Build a simple AI model with a drag-and-drop tool and consider how the use of AI can address a chosen SDG.

Provides students with the knowledge of the structural levels in the human body and the physiological processes of the major organ systems. The gross anatomy of major organs is taught so that students can correlate structure with function. The physiology of major organs is taught in order for students to appreciate the biomedical engineering applications. This module provides a foundation for the biomedical applications of clinical, histological and pathological conditions. The students will experiment with "in vivo" signals of major organ systems to understand the diagnostic and therapeutic features.

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and the practical principles of protein methods in research and development. These knowledge and techniques include expression vector design, choice of protein producing cells, recombinant protein production, protein extraction, protein purification, protein processing and analysis. This module lays a good foundation for further development in biomedical sciences in the future.

Provides students with the fundamental principles and concepts of cGMP. It describes the various guidelines and the requirements for the manufacture and testing of active pharmaceutical ingredients and medicinal products. This module also equips the students with the knowledge on validation of various processes and equipment used in a cGMP manufacturing environment.

Develop data fluency skills such as formulating questions, processing and analysing data to articulate numerical and graphical summaries. Build a simple data dashboard to generate insights and support a solution for a chosen SDG.

Leverage digital communication to engage, inspire and impact stakeholders diligently. Learn about responsible Digital Citizenship and how you can create engaging and impactful messages through various digital platforms and tools.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Provides students with the principles and methodology of risk assessment so that they can identify hazards and risks, implement and propose risk control measures taking into consideration relevant legislations, standards and guidelines. Students are also able to apply and comply with safe work procedures at potentially dangerous environments or a clean room, follow chemical safety procedures and interpret Safety Data Sheets.

Provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of immunology and its importance in clinical medicine. The key essential types and mechanisms of immunity response in defence and disease will be covered.

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and the practical principles of molecular laboratory techniques in research and development. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring competencies in fundamental practical skills for biomedical research.

Get a head start in your career with the necessary skill sets, knowledge and tools to create your very own personal brand. Learn effective strategies to set yourself apart from the competition, and put it to good use and create awareness about the SDGs.

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is on independent learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

Work in multi-disciplinary groups to apply design thinking methods, backed by research and qualitative data, to tackle local sustainable issues mapped to the SDGs. Tap into knowledge and skills learnt in CCC modules to create innovative prototypes for real-life issues faced by local communities.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Please refer to Elective Modules Framework for more information.

Internship forms the cornerstone of polytechnic education where our students obtain relevant professional industrial insights and skills. Furthermore, internship also serves as the key platform for our students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a real-life context, hone their practical skills and cultivate the right working attitude. The students will gain working experience in the hospital diagnostic laboratory, hospital research laboratories, key research institutes, universities (local and foreign), private diagnostic laboratories and private companies.

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is on independent learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.