ME 181 - Fundamentals of Biosensors

3 units
Operating principles, design and applications of the most commonly used biosensors: Electrochemical (Potentiometric, Amperometric, Voltammetric), Optical-based (Fluorescence, Electrophoresis, and Fiber Optic), Piezoelectric-based (Mechano, QCM Enzyme/Cell, Acoustic), and AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy) biosensors/transducers. Immunosensors and biosensors for virus detection. Biosensor signal processing and electronics. Biosensor design, materials, and applications. Case studies to explore state-of-the-art biosensor products. Invited speakers to share their first-hand experience in biosensor design and manufacturing. Term projects to design practical and functional biosensors.

Prerequisite(s): EE 98 with a C- or better
Grading: Graded

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