Developing Problem Solving Competency for Future Engineers in Medicine
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.33423/jhetp.v24i6.7017Keywords:
higher education, undergraduate education for engineers in medicine, problem-solving competency, balance of depth and breadth, research capability, ideation skills, teamwork, communication skillsAbstract
This paper summarizes five critical aspects of problem-solving competency for engineers in medicine, including the balance of depth and breadth, research capability, ideation skills, teamwork, and communication skills. Furthermore, the paper outlines the imperatives for enhancing undergraduate engineering education to cultivate problem-solving competency. An interdisciplinary approach to education in medical engineering can cultivate students to develop a holistic view of the field and equip them with a broad range of skills for problem-solving.
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