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Biomedical Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree

About the major
Biomedical engineering is an innovative Bachelor of Science degree program developed and delivered in collaboration with the College of Engineering, the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Information Science and Technology. It prepares students to conceive, design, and develop devices and systems that improve human health and quality of life. Biomedical engineering is the convergence of life sciences with engineering. From child car seats and football helmets to drug-delivery systems, minimally invasive surgery, and noninvasive imaging technology, the work of the biomedical engineer makes a difference in everyone’s life.

As preparation for the major in biomedical engineering, students are strongly encouraged to take AP biology courses in high school.

Biomedical Engineering Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering program will attain the following skills:

• an understanding of advanced mathematics, physical science, biology and physiology;
• the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering to solve problems at the interface of engineering and biology;
• the ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data using statistical, computational or mathematical methods;
• the ability to make measurements on, and interpret data from, living systems addressing the problems associated with the interactions between living and non-living materials and systems;
• the ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, entrepreneurial, environmental, intellectual property rights, social, political, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability;
• the ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
• the ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
• an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities;
• the ability to communicate effectively;
• the ability to understand the impact of engineering solutions in global,
  economic, environmental and societal contexts;
• a recognition of the need for, and ability to engage in, life-long learning;
• knowledge of contemporary issues;
• the ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
  necessary for engineering practice; and
• knowledge of interdisciplinary concepts within a biomedical perspective.

Areas of Specialization
The undergraduate biomedical engineering curriculum is designed to strike a balance between academic breadth in biomedical engineering and specialization in an area of concentration:

• Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
• Biomechanics and Human Performance Engineering
• Biomedical Informatics
• Biomedical Systems and Imaging
• Neuroengineering

The program provides innovative experiences in hands-on experimentation and engineering design as well as opportunities for personal growth and development of leadership and communication skills.

Working with a faculty advisor, students can select their core and elective courses from the curricula offered by the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science, and Health Systems and the Departments of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and the College of Information Science and Technology.

For more information, visit the The School of Biomedical Engineering, Science, and Health Systems' web site.