Program Overview
Biomedical Engineering Program
The Biomedical Engineering program is a growing interdisciplinary field of engineering that integrates engineering and life sciences to solve problems associated with the human body and human health.
Program Description
The curriculum is built on a core of fundamental math/physics/engineering courses, which is similar across all engineering disciplines. It is distinguished by a wide range of life science courses and specialized biomedical engineering courses such as:
- Computational modeling
- Biomechanics
- Biomaterials
- Bioinstrumentation The curriculum also includes a two-semester capstone design course, designed to comply with current requirements for ABET accreditation.
Career Opportunities
Apart from preparing students to work in the biomedical industry, the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering is an excellent foundation for graduate study in many fields, including further study of biomedical engineering. It is also good preparation for entry into professional schools, including:
- Medical school
- Dental school
- Veterinary school
- Law school
Concentrations
Although there are no concentrations, a student may emphasize an area of interest through deliberate selection of engineering electives, such as Pre-Med.
Department
The Biomedical Engineering program is part of the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, which falls under the categories of Engineering, Math, Technology, and Science, as well as Health, Wellness, and Medical.