HCMG 3153 - Healthcare Facilities Operations

This course introduces the student to the planning and design of healthcare facilities. The course reviews rapid changes and burgeoning technologies are now major considerations in facility design. In addition, the course covers how medical facilities have adapted to the requirements of clinical functions with a focus on the needs of patients and clinical pathways. Additional concepts of reduction of healthcare delivery costs, sustainability, new tools, information and communication technology, Lean, and evidence-based planning and innovations are also discussed. Class 3. Prerequisite(s): LETU 1073, HLSC 2033, HCMG 3023.