Hospital Rotation Class at Miami University for Clinical Engineering Students

In this paper, we describe the design, implementation, and outcomes of the Hospital Rotation course (CPB 448) at Miami University, a required component of both the Clinical Engineering Master’s program and the minors in Clinical Engineering and Regulatory Affairs. The course integrates structured online lectures with immersive, in-person hospital visits to provide students with comprehensive exposure to hospital operations, medical technology, patient safety, clinical engineering practice, and the science behind the application of medical instruments and devices. Student feedback, challenges, and future directions—including the expansion to fully online delivery—are discussed.