What This Document Is
This is the official syllabus for BME 488, the Biomedical Engineering Internship course at Stony Brook University. It outlines the expectations, requirements, and assessment criteria for students participating in an off-campus internship experience within the field of biomedical engineering. This syllabus serves as a foundational guide for both students and their internship supervisors, ensuring a structured and valuable learning opportunity.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is essential for any student enrolled in, or considering enrolling in, the BME 488 internship. It clarifies the prerequisites needed for participation and details the grading breakdown. Internship supervisors will also find this document helpful in understanding how student performance will be evaluated and what is expected of the student during their placement. Reviewing this syllabus *before* securing an internship will help you understand the reporting requirements and how to maximize your learning experience.
Topics Covered
* Internship eligibility and required prerequisites
* Expectations for student performance and professional conduct
* Detailed descriptions of required internship reports
* Alignment of internship experiences with ABET program outcomes
* Grading rubric and point allocation for assessments
* Supervisor evaluation process and criteria
* Credit hour requirements and S/U grading policy
* Important deadlines for report submissions
What This Document Provides
* A clear outline of the internship proposal requirements, including necessary information and approval processes.
* A comprehensive overview of the mid-term and end-of-semester report expectations, including length and content focus.
* Details regarding the evaluation process, encompassing both student reports and supervisor feedback.
* A breakdown of how the internship experience contributes to key ABET program outcomes for Biomedical Engineering.
* Information on the scoring system used to assess student performance, with defined criteria for different levels of achievement.