Biomedical Engineering
The Department of Biomedical Engineering offers an undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. The department also offers graduate programs leading to a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, a professional Master in Biomedical Engineering, and an interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering.
Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary field of engineering which combines a fundamental understanding of engineering principles with math, chemistry, physics, and human anatomy and physiology. Biomedical Engineers solve problems in the healthcare industry and lead and work alongside other engineers and healthcare professionals. Students are prepared to embark on careers in design and development of medical devices and technologies, instrumentation and analysis tools, research, as well as post-baccalaureate studies in engineering, law, medicine, and other professional health sciences.
The development of an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of engineering is essential. Therefore, Biomedical Engineering curriculum focuses on core engineering coursework, followed by advanced applications specific to the field of Biomedical Engineering. Throughout their undergraduate studies, students are engaged in hands-on activities in laboratories and classes focused on industry standards for the design, manufacturing, management, and regulation of medical devices.
Students in the Department of Biomedical Engineering receive individual advising. Graduates of the program will be prepared to apply their knowledge of engineering and medicine to develop, test, and evaluate systems and devices to be used in the health care industry.