UNDERSTANDING THE HUMAN MACHINE: A PRIMER FOR BIOENGINEERING

by Max E. Valentinuzzi

This introductory book for undergraduate students poses a What is bioengineering all about? After offering a reference frame and defining the objectives (chapter 1), "physiology" (chapter 2) is presented as a source material followed by "signals" (chapter 3) and "signal pick up" (chapter 4). Chapter 5 deals with the biological amplifier. Reading the signal and the need for mathematical models are the subject matter, respectively, of chapters 6 and 7; they only provide guidance. The last chapter tries to look ahead. Sometimes, the subject is treated in relative depth; at times, the visit is more superficial. Formation rather than information is favored. Historical shots supply background material and spicy insights. Style is light, sprinkled with a little humor. There are exercises which allow students to learn independently.

412 pages, Hardcover

First published October 7, 2004

Reviews

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for those who is or wants to study bioengineering/biomedical engineering. In order to get all of the book the reader needs to investigate a lot. The author gives tons of references but many of them are old and probably newer research subjects are available. However, to understand most of the concepts, AT LEAST basic knowledge of physics, mathematics and electronics is needed.