The college is upgrading its biomedical equipment program with new equipment, a remodeled space designed to emulate real-world settings, and potential hospital internships.
Students who enroll in the Biomedical Equipment Technology program this fall at Texas State Technical College’s Harlingen campus will benefit from an expanded program with new resources.
“Students can expect more comprehensive, hands-on lab experiences that are designed to enhance practical and real-world problem-solving skills,” said Ray Longoria, Texas State Technical College’s Biomedical Equipment Technology program team lead in Harlingen, in a release.
The program will have four instructors with field experience ranging from lead technicians to department managers. Eladio Jaimez, provost at the Harlingen campus, notes that the program is receiving state-of-the-art equipment and a remodeled space to emulate what students will experience in the industry.
Around 75 students will be accepted into the program in Harlingen this fall.
“We are proactively networking with industry partners to strengthen recruitment efforts,” says Leigh Ruiz, director of alignment for Texas State Technical College’s Biomedical Equipment Technology program. “By fostering these connections, we aim to enhance the alignment between our program and industry expectations. This will ensure our students are prepared for their careers.”
The program plans to partner with area hospitals to establish internships.
Summary:
Texas State Technical College’s Biomedical Equipment Technology program at the Harlingen campus is expanding this fall with new equipment, a remodeled learning space, and plans for industry partnerships. The upgrades aim to provide more hands-on, real-world training to better prepare students for careers in the field. The program is also working to establish hospital internships, strengthening connections between students and potential employers. Around 75 students will be accepted into the program as part of this expansion.
Key Takeaways:
- Potential Hospital Internships – The program plans to collaborate with area hospitals to offer internship opportunities, giving students practical experience in clinical settings.
- Upgraded Facilities for Hands-On Training – The program will feature state-of-the-art equipment and a remodeled space designed to simulate real-world biomedical work environments.
- Strengthened Industry Partnerships – TSTC is actively networking with industry partners to align training with employer needs and enhance student recruitment opportunities.
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