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Critical Technical Decision-Making Under Uncertainty (Medical Device Edition)
The "Engineering Risk Assessment and Mitigation Workshop" equips engineers with tools to systematically assess technical risks, especially cybersecurity threats. Participants learn how to anticipate potential breaches, evaluate vulnerabilities, and design mitigation strategies. Embedding cybersecurity risk management into engineering processes is essential for protecting critical infrastructure. Graduates ensure that systems are built with resilience against both operational and cyber-based disruptions.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the specific challenges of critical technical decision-making in the context of medical devices, where security and safety are paramount.
- Apply decision-making frameworks tailored to the unique risks and regulatory requirements of medical devices.
- Evaluate the potential impact of technical decisions on patient safety and data security.
- Consider ethical implications and regulatory constraints in the decision-making process for medical devices.
- Enhance the ability to make responsible and secure technical choices in the medical device domain.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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