Biomedical Equipment Technology is an Associate Degree program (Hybrid) offered by Fortis College in Mobile, AL. Tuition is $33,030 total.
Program Overview
Biomedical equipment technicians (BMETs) play a vital role in patient care by inspecting, maintaining, and repairing the measuring, recording, and monitoring devices used in health care — including infusion pumps, patient-monitoring systems, cardiac defibrillators, ventilators, and diagnostic and therapeutic devices. The Biomedical Equipment Technology program ensures medical equipment is properly maintained, configured, and installed so it is safe and ready for healthcare professionals to use.
Students learn to repair, maintain, test, inspect, troubleshoot, and calibrate a wide variety of medical devices and systems. Instruction covers instrument calibration, design and installation testing, system safety and maintenance, procurement and installation processes, and report preparation. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions with employers such as hospitals, clinics, home medical equipment companies, dialysis centers, third-party service providers, and medical device manufacturers.
What sets this Program apart
- Earn an Associate of Applied Science in 72 weeks.
- Train to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of medical devices.
- Includes a required externship in a real-world clinical setting.
- Hybrid delivery — hands-on labs on campus, with general-education courses online.
- Accredited by ABHES.
General Requirements
- A high school diploma or its recognised equivalent, with documentation. Foreign credentials must be translated into English and evaluated as equivalent or higher by a NACES-member…
- You must be at least 17 years old when your program of study starts.
- Complete an applicant information form and interview with an admissions advisor or other administrative staff.
- Achieve the minimum score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam (SLE). For Biomedical Equipment Technology at this campus the published minimum is 20. A passing score is valid…
- Meet all financial obligations and complete the tuition payment requirements.
- Sign the Fortis enrollment agreement once accepted.
Application Process
- 1Speak to an admissions advisorEvery applicant is assigned an admissions advisor who explains the curriculum and policies and books the interviews you need.
- 2Submit your documentationProvide proof of high school completion and complete the applicant information form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure Fortis receives every required document.
- 3Sit the Wonderlic SLETake the Scholastic Level Exam and reach this program’s published minimum. Accommodations must be requested under the catalog’s policy — campus staff cannot approve them.
- 4Financial aidFortis participates in federal student aid including Pell Grants, Direct Loans, PLUS Loans and Federal Work-Study. File the FAFSA and meet the campus financial aid office.FAFSA Code for Fortis College in Mobile: 016592Complete FAFSA Application
- 5Sign the enrollment agreementAdmission decisions weigh your fulfilment of the requirements, your previous educational records and your career interests.
Program Schedule
Evening classes meet 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Required externship hours may be scheduled outside of typical class sessions.
The program is 90 quarter credits (1,340 contact hours), completed in 72 weeks. It is delivered in a hybrid format: general-education courses are online and all other courses are on-campus.
An externship is included so students can apply their knowledge in a supervised, real-world setting. Required externship hours must be completed before graduation. Students are not paid for work performed at the externship site.
- December 14th, 2026
Required Courses
| Subject # | Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM205 | Effective Communication | 4 |
| ENG101 | English Composition | 4 |
| MAT101 | College Mathematics | 4 |
| PSY101 | General Psychology | 4 |
| SOC101 | Sociology | 4 |
| BET110 | Introduction to Biomedical Equipment Technology | 4 |
| BET115 | Safety in Healthcare Technology Management | 4 |
| BET120 | Medical Terminology and Body Systems | 4 |
| BET125 | Basic Electronics | 4 |
| BET130 | Medical Software, Hardware, and Electricity | 4 |
| BET135 | Digital Electronics and Microprocessors | 4 |
| BET140 | Biomedical Instrumentation I | 4 |
| BET145 | Networking and Data Communication | 4 |
| BET210 | Medical Device Regulations and Standards | 4 |
| BET215 | Electronics Troubleshooting and Repair | 4 |
| BET220 | Medical Equipment Management | 4 |
| BET225 | Security Fundamentals | 4 |
| BET230 | Biomedical Instrumentation II | 4 |
| BET235 | Laboratory Devices, Instruments, and Analyzers | 4 |
| BET240 | Applications in Radiologic Technology | 4 |
| BET245 | Introduction to Robotics in Medicine | 4 |
| BET260 | Externship | 6 |
| Totals | 90 |
Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
Attending an accredited program means your education has met independently reviewed quality standards designed to protect students.
Biomedical Equipment Technology at Fortis College in Mobile is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), which also accredits the campus.
- A reliable indicator of educational quality
- Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
- Independently reviewed against published standards
- Recognised by employers in the field
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Fortis College in Mobile Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
The total program cost of $35,689 covers tuition plus the required fees and materials below:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $33,030 |
| Administrative & technology fee | $253 |
| Scrubs / uniforms | $546 |
| Background / drug test | $46 |
| Student check fee | $60 |
| Textbooks & e-books | $1,754 |
| Total program cost | $35,689 |
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Fortis participates in federal student aid programs including Pell Grants, Federal Direct Loans, Direct PLUS Loans for parents, and Federal Work-Study. Complete the FAFSA and speak with the campus financial aid office to learn what you are eligible for.
Curriculum
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM205 | Effective Communication (online) | 40 | 4 |
| ENG101 | English Composition (online) | 40 | 4 |
| MAT101 | College Mathematics (online) | 40 | 4 |
| PSY101 | General Psychology (online) | 40 | 4 |
| SOC101 | Sociology (online) | 40 | 4 |
| BET110 | Introduction to Biomedical Equipment Technology | 60 | 4 |
| BET115 | Safety in Healthcare Technology Management | 60 | 4 |
| BET120 | Medical Terminology and Body Systems | 60 | 4 |
| BET125 | Basic Electronics | 60 | 4 |
| BET130 | Medical Software, Hardware, and Electricity | 60 | 4 |
| BET135 | Digital Electronics and Microprocessors | 60 | 4 |
| BET140 | Biomedical Instrumentation I | 60 | 4 |
| BET145 | Networking and Data Communication | 60 | 4 |
| BET210 | Medical Device Regulations and Standards | 60 | 4 |
| BET215 | Electronics Troubleshooting and Repair | 60 | 4 |
| BET220 | Medical Equipment Management | 60 | 4 |
| BET225 | Security Fundamentals | 60 | 4 |
| BET230 | Biomedical Instrumentation II | 60 | 4 |
| BET235 | Laboratory Devices, Instruments, and Analyzers | 60 | 4 |
| BET240 | Applications in Radiologic Technology | 60 | 4 |
| BET245 | Introduction to Robotics in Medicine | 60 | 4 |
| BET260 | Externship | 180 | 6 |
| Total | 1340 | 90 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles on hospital or third-party biomedical services teams, working alongside biomedical technicians, nurses, and leadership. Graduates may also find opportunities in surgical centers, third-party repair centers, and medical equipment manufacturers.
What to expect as a Fortis student
Fortis is a career-focused college. The Biomedical Equipment Technology program combines on-campus, hands-on lab work with online general-education courses, following a fixed course sequence.
The program concludes with an externship in a real-world setting, where you apply your training. Required externship hours must be completed before graduation, and students are not paid for work performed at the externship site.