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Unit 7 Activity 2
Equipment 101
As you can see, there are a lot of important developments in Bioengineering. Like all fields of engineering, cleaning and maintaining equipment is an essential part of the job. For those in Bioengineering, many of their jobs will require not only taking care of the tools that allow them to get the job done, but also making sure that lab surfaces and equipment are sterile. As you learned, viruses spread very easily. For those working on solutions, they need to make sure that samples are pure. If machines are not properly cleaned, contamination can occur. If this happens, it will alter the results of experiments. Since human health is at the core of biotechnology, these kinds of errors can invalidate the results of any experiment.
Part of the routine care of equipment in bioengineering will be sterilizing equipment. This is a process that eliminates microbes, usually through heat or chemicals. You might have been to the dentist or nail salon and seen tools removed from sealed packages. Tools are stored this way because they are sterile. Other times, items are sterilized by dropping them in boiling water. Just touching equipment with your bare hands transfers microbes, so this is why those working in labs will often wear gloves or protective masks.
Beyond keeping equipment clean, it is also important to store it correctly and ensure that it gets proper maintenance. What this requires will largely depend on the type of equipment. An incubator will need different care than the hard hat a structural engineer is required to wear on the job. Therefore, part of the job of any engineer is to know the proper care, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
For this activity, choose a machine or other piece of equipment that you might find in a bioengineering lab, such as an electronic microscope or a 3-D printer. Once you have chosen a piece of equipment and gotten it approved by your instructor, use the Internet to research the care of this equipment. In addition, discuss how to safely handle the piece of equipment. Create a presentation illustrating how to properly clean, maintain, and store this piece of equipment. Use software such as PowerPoint, Prezi, or another of your choosing. Make sure that your visual elements illustrate your points well and that all writing is free of mechanical errors and easy to read.
Table Grading Rubric
Presentation (80%) Mechanics (20%)
Full Credit
The presentation demonstrates a thorough understanding of the proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage of the piece of equipment.
The presentation accurately details the safe handling of the piece of equipment.
Presentation is largely free of mechanical errors.
Presentation is well organized and easy to read.
Partial Credit
The presentation demonstrates an understanding of the proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage of the piece of equipment but needs clarification or more detail.
The presentation details the safe handling of the piece of equipment but needs clarification.
Presentation contains some mechanical errors.
Most of the presentation is well organized and easy to read.
Little Credit
The presentation demonstrates little understanding of the proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage of the piece of equipment.
The presentation does not accurately detail the safe handling of the piece of equipment.
Presentation contains many mechanical errors
Much of the presentation is not well organized and/or easy to read.
Equipment 101
As you can see, there are a lot of important developments in Bioengineering. Like all fields of engineering, cleaning and maintaining equipment is an essential part of the job. For those in Bioengineering, many of their jobs will require not only taking care of the tools that allow them to get the job done, but also making sure that lab surfaces and equipment are sterile. As you learned, viruses spread very easily. For those working on solutions, they need to make sure that samples are pure. If machines are not properly cleaned, contamination can occur. If this happens, it will alter the results of experiments. Since human health is at the core of biotechnology, these kinds of errors can invalidate the results of any experiment.
Part of the routine care of equipment in bioengineering will be sterilizing equipment. This is a process that eliminates microbes, usually through heat or chemicals. You might have been to the dentist or nail salon and seen tools removed from sealed packages. Tools are stored this way because they are sterile. Other times, items are sterilized by dropping them in boiling water. Just touching equipment with your bare hands transfers microbes, so this is why those working in labs will often wear gloves or protective masks.
Beyond keeping equipment clean, it is also important to store it correctly and ensure that it gets proper maintenance. What this requires will largely depend on the type of equipment. An incubator will need different care than the hard hat a structural engineer is required to wear on the job. Therefore, part of the job of any engineer is to know the proper care, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
For this activity, choose a machine or other piece of equipment that you might find in a bioengineering lab, such as an electronic microscope or a 3-D printer. Once you have chosen a piece of equipment and gotten it approved by your instructor, use the Internet to research the care of this equipment. In addition, discuss how to safely handle the piece of equipment. Create a presentation illustrating how to properly clean, maintain, and store this piece of equipment. Use software such as PowerPoint, Prezi, or another of your choosing. Make sure that your visual elements illustrate your points well and that all writing is free of mechanical errors and easy to read.
Table Grading Rubric
Presentation (80%) Mechanics (20%)
Full Credit
The presentation demonstrates a thorough understanding of the proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage of the piece of equipment.
The presentation accurately details the safe handling of the piece of equipment.
Presentation is largely free of mechanical errors.
Presentation is well organized and easy to read.
Partial Credit
The presentation demonstrates an understanding of the proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage of the piece of equipment but needs clarification or more detail.
The presentation details the safe handling of the piece of equipment but needs clarification.
Presentation contains some mechanical errors.
Most of the presentation is well organized and easy to read.
Little Credit
The presentation demonstrates little understanding of the proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage of the piece of equipment.
The presentation does not accurately detail the safe handling of the piece of equipment.
Presentation contains many mechanical errors
Much of the presentation is not well organized and/or easy to read.
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### Unit 7 Activity 2: Equipment 101 Presentation
**Equipment Chosen: Electronic Microscope**
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#### Slide 1: Title Slide
- **Title**: Proper Care, Maintenance, and Storage of Electronic Microscopes
- **Subtitle**: Ensuring Optimal Performance and Safety in Bioengineering Labs
- **Image**: High-quality image of an electronic microscope
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#### Slide 2: Introduction to Electronic Microscopes
- **Bullet Points**:
- What is an electronic microscope?
- Uses in bioengineering (e.g., observing cellular structures, analyzing materials).
- Importance of proper care and maintenance for accurate results.
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#### Slide 3: Cleaning Procedures
- **Components to Clean**:
- **Lenses**: Use lens paper and appropriate lens cleaner.
- **Stage & Base**: Wipe down with 70% ethanol or a disinfectant wipe.
- **Controls and Keyboard**: Use electronics-safe wipes to avoid damage.
- **Image**: Before and after images of a cleaned microscope lens.
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#### Slide 4: Sterilization Techniques
- **Methods**:
- Wipe down surfaces with chemical disinfectants (e.g., isopropyl alcohol).
- *Note*: Do not use harsh chemicals that could damage sensitive electrical components.
- Regularly sterilize items that come into contact with samples.
---
#### Slide 5: Maintenance Procedures
- **Routine Checks**:
- Calibrate the microscope regularly according to manufacturer instructions.
- Inspect electrical connections and optical components.
- **Maintenance Schedule**:
- Weekly: Clean lenses and surfaces.
- Monthly: Full inspection and calibration.
- Annually: Professional servicing recommended.
---
#### Slide 6: Safe Handling Guidelines
- **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)**:
- Always wear gloves when handling samples or cleaning.
- Use safety goggles if required when using chemicals.
- **Handling Tips**:
- Avoid touching lenses or internal components with bare hands.
- Follow manufacturer instructions for specific handling techniques.
---
#### Slide 7: Storage Procedures
- **Ideal Storage Conditions**:
- Store in a clean, dry environment, away from direct sunlight.
- Use a dust cover to protect from particles.
- **Storage Tips**:
- Ensure all parts are secured before storing.
- Document any issues or maintenance performed in a logbook.
---
#### Slide 8: Conclusion
- **Summary**:
- Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial for the performance of electronic microscopes.
- Proper handling and storage are necessary to prevent contamination and ensure safety.
---
#### Slide 9: References
- Includes links to:
- Manufacturer guidelines for cleaning and maintenance.
- Research articles on the importance of clean equipment in bioengineering.
- Safety resources for chemical handling in labs.
---
### Presentation Notes
- **Visual Elements**: Use clear graphics and bullet points for easy readability. Ensure images are relevant and high quality.
- **Mechanics**: Check for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors throughout the presentation. Keep a professional tone and concise language.
### Final Steps
- Review slides for content accuracy and clarity.
- Practice presenting to ensure clear communication of points.
- Get approval from the instructor before finalizing.
**Good luck with your presentation! Make sure to highlight the relevance of this equipment in bioengineering and the vital nature of proper cleaning and maintenance to achieve accurate scientific results.**
**Equipment Chosen: Electronic Microscope**
---
#### Slide 1: Title Slide
- **Title**: Proper Care, Maintenance, and Storage of Electronic Microscopes
- **Subtitle**: Ensuring Optimal Performance and Safety in Bioengineering Labs
- **Image**: High-quality image of an electronic microscope
---
#### Slide 2: Introduction to Electronic Microscopes
- **Bullet Points**:
- What is an electronic microscope?
- Uses in bioengineering (e.g., observing cellular structures, analyzing materials).
- Importance of proper care and maintenance for accurate results.
---
#### Slide 3: Cleaning Procedures
- **Components to Clean**:
- **Lenses**: Use lens paper and appropriate lens cleaner.
- **Stage & Base**: Wipe down with 70% ethanol or a disinfectant wipe.
- **Controls and Keyboard**: Use electronics-safe wipes to avoid damage.
- **Image**: Before and after images of a cleaned microscope lens.
---
#### Slide 4: Sterilization Techniques
- **Methods**:
- Wipe down surfaces with chemical disinfectants (e.g., isopropyl alcohol).
- *Note*: Do not use harsh chemicals that could damage sensitive electrical components.
- Regularly sterilize items that come into contact with samples.
---
#### Slide 5: Maintenance Procedures
- **Routine Checks**:
- Calibrate the microscope regularly according to manufacturer instructions.
- Inspect electrical connections and optical components.
- **Maintenance Schedule**:
- Weekly: Clean lenses and surfaces.
- Monthly: Full inspection and calibration.
- Annually: Professional servicing recommended.
---
#### Slide 6: Safe Handling Guidelines
- **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)**:
- Always wear gloves when handling samples or cleaning.
- Use safety goggles if required when using chemicals.
- **Handling Tips**:
- Avoid touching lenses or internal components with bare hands.
- Follow manufacturer instructions for specific handling techniques.
---
#### Slide 7: Storage Procedures
- **Ideal Storage Conditions**:
- Store in a clean, dry environment, away from direct sunlight.
- Use a dust cover to protect from particles.
- **Storage Tips**:
- Ensure all parts are secured before storing.
- Document any issues or maintenance performed in a logbook.
---
#### Slide 8: Conclusion
- **Summary**:
- Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial for the performance of electronic microscopes.
- Proper handling and storage are necessary to prevent contamination and ensure safety.
---
#### Slide 9: References
- Includes links to:
- Manufacturer guidelines for cleaning and maintenance.
- Research articles on the importance of clean equipment in bioengineering.
- Safety resources for chemical handling in labs.
---
### Presentation Notes
- **Visual Elements**: Use clear graphics and bullet points for easy readability. Ensure images are relevant and high quality.
- **Mechanics**: Check for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors throughout the presentation. Keep a professional tone and concise language.
### Final Steps
- Review slides for content accuracy and clarity.
- Practice presenting to ensure clear communication of points.
- Get approval from the instructor before finalizing.
**Good luck with your presentation! Make sure to highlight the relevance of this equipment in bioengineering and the vital nature of proper cleaning and maintenance to achieve accurate scientific results.**
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