- Docente: Emanuele Gruppioni
- Credits: 2
- SSD: MED/50
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Orthopaedics Techniques (cod. 5915)
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from Dec 09, 2025 to Jan 19, 2026
Learning outcomes
At the end of the teaching module the student possesses the basic knowledge relating to high-tech medical devices for the treatment of pathologies, particularly of a neurological nature, as well as the ability to plan their study and development through methodologies, work tools and production techniques, even to the preparation of the documentation required for carrying out clinical evaluation studies.
Course contents
The course aims to provide students with an overview of the methodologies and tools needed to develop medical devices for the treatment of orthopedic and neurological conditions.
The following topics will be explored in depth:
- Approach to the design of advanced technical devices: design workflow, methods, and tools
- Advanced technical devices for the treatment of neurological patients and amputees
- Device subsystems: top-down and bottom-up design approaches
- Prototyping equipment
- Notes on device validation procedures (clinical studies on medical devices) and regulatory aspects
Readings/Bibliography
Course slides and supplementary materials provided in class.
Teaching methods
Lectures with slides and supplementary materials. Activities designed to encourage active student participation.
Assessment methods
Registration for the exam is mandatory through Alma Esami. This exam is a single exam for the Integrated Course in NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES AND REHABILITATION, along with the Orthotics and Orthopedic Aids 3 module.
The final test consists of a written exam covering the content of the syllabus, consisting of multiple-choice questions and open-ended questions. It is designed to assess the level and comprehensiveness of knowledge acquired in the specific areas covered by the course, as well as the ability to integrate this knowledge in addressing complex topics. The exam is also designed to assess the effectiveness of the lessons, with an individual score based on the average preparation of the class. The module grade is included in the calculation of the overall IC grade, weighted according to the credits for the module itself.
Students with learning disabilities and temporary or permanent disabilities are encouraged to contact the dedicated office ( Link) as soon as possible to discuss appropriate compensatory measures. The request must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the instructor, who will evaluate the appropriateness of the measures, taking into account the learning objectives.
Teaching tools
Students will be provided with the course slides and all supplementary materials discussed in class.
Office hours
See the website of Emanuele Gruppioni