B.S. Degree in BME

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BME @ NCSU: Background and Overview

The B.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) was established in August, 2001. The undergraduate program in Biomedical Engineering is not a joint program with University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill at this time. Students will receive an NC State University diploma upon completion of the program. After successfully completing the engineering unmatriculated requirements, the student can apply to enter the program for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering.

The need for biomedical engineers who have combined training in engineering and human biology is evidenced by a healthy demand for these engineers in the marketplace and strong student interest in biomedical engineering studies. Excitement in this field has been generated by advances in medicine, breakthroughs in biomaterials applied to new uses, new medical and engineering techniques, and computer integration in both medicine and engineering, which have opened new avenues for research and application. Everything points to considerable growth in the biomedical industry in the next decade.

NC State is proud of this new degree program and plans to strengthen the program even further in the years to come. Plans include additional biomedical engineering faculty, laboratory space renovations, and new equipment that will greatly enhance the student experience.

The program is administered by The College of Engineering at NC State University. Undergraduate freshmen entering this curriculum should enroll in the College of Engineering unmatriculated program and indicate Biomedical Engineering (BMU) as their curriculum choice. After successfully completing Biology and the engineering unmatriculated requirements, the student can apply to enter the program for the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. Graduation requires the completion of 125 semester hours of designated courses.

Program Educational Objectives

The program educational objectives of the undergraduate BS degree program in Biomedical Engineering are:

Define and solve problems in basic medical sciences and human health by integrating engineering and biology using engineering analysis, experimentation, mathematical, and scientific principles.
Design biomedical systems, components, and processes by applying the scholarly and practical skills of engineering and life sciences using methods of modern engineering design and manufacturing, teamwork, and communication skills.
Use technical and hands-on knowledge in engineering practice, research, and management while exercising ethical and professional responsibility in the public, private, and academic sectors.
Become leaders and mentors that consistently enhance their information literacy by participating in activities that introduce them to advances in biomedical engineering practice and research.

BME Students in Action

BME students use an electrical impulse to stimulate a muscle contration in a physiology lab.	Dr. Peter Mente and student postion a boine joint to test tensile load using an MTS hydraulic load frame machine.
BME Senior fabricating a part using a Fusion Deposition Machine.	BME Senior and Senior Design Instructor testing ligament tension on a human skeletal model.

About the Degree Program

Conceptualizing, designing, and developing systems for the application of engineering principles to biological systems while maintaining and improving healthcare for both animals and humans provides many opportunities for graduates of the biomedical engineering curriculum. Biomedical companies creating specialized instrumentation and devices for healthcare and individuals will provide fertile ground for future graduates. In the future, healthcare will be taxed due to soaring world population numbers. Many graduates will be employed directly by hospitals who will be meeting just-in-time medical care needs. The ability to live longer, healthier lives and our ever increasing population growth pose challenges that this program will help meet.

Career Opportuntities

Potential earnings for graduates with a BME degree are competitive with other engineering degrees offered at NC State. Click here for career information and opportunities.