Faculty: Engineering Biomedical Engineering integrates engineering principles with biological and medical sciences to develop technologies and solutions for healthcare. Students gain skills in biomaterials, biomechanics, medical imaging, bioinstrumentation, and regulatory affairs, preparing for careers in medical device companies, healthcare institutions, research labs, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of biomedical engineering and their applications. - Develop skills in biomaterials and tissue engineering. - Learn biomechanics and human physiology. - Explore medical imaging and bioinstrumentation techniques. - Analyze regulatory affairs and quality assurance in biomedical engineering. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills. - Gain practical experience through projects and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Biomedical Engineering** - Overview of biomedical engineering, its principles, and industry trends. 2. **Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering** - Study of biomaterials and their applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. 3. **Biomechanics** - Principles of biomechanics and their application in understanding human movement and designing medical devices. 4. **Medical Imaging** - Techniques for medical imaging, including MRI, CT, and ultrasound. 5. **Bioinstrumentation** - Design and development of biomedical instruments and devices. 6. **Human Physiology** - In-depth study of human physiology and its relevance to biomedical engineering. 7. **Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance** - Understanding regulatory requirements and quality assurance processes in biomedical engineering. 8. **Biomedical Signal Processing** - Techniques for processing and analyzing biomedical signals. 9. **Biomedical Research Methods** - Methods for conducting biomedical research, data collection, and analysis. 10. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in biomedical engineering settings, such as medical device companies, healthcare institutions, or research labs. 11. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying biomedical engineering skills, such as developing a medical device, conducting a research study, or designing a biomedical instrument. **Assessment Methods:** - Biomedical engineering principles analyses - Biomaterials and tissue engineering projects - Biomechanics and human physiology projects - Medical imaging and bioinstrumentation projects - Regulatory affairs and quality assurance reports - Biomedical signal processing projects - Biomedical research methods reports - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Biomedical Engineering" - "Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering" - "Biomechanics" - "Medical Imaging" - "Bioinstrumentation" - "Human Physiology" - "Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance" - "Biomedical Signal Processing" - "Biomedical Research Methods" **Prerequisites:** Strong foundation in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and an interest in healthcare and engineering applications. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) - Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) - Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) - Certifications in specific biomedical engineering tools and software **Target Audience:** Aspiring biomedical engineers, medical device developers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and professionals seeking careers in medical device companies, healthcare institutions, research labs, and related fields. This major equips students with the technical and analytical skills needed to excel in biomedical engineering, supporting careers in various roles within medical device companies, healthcare institutions, research labs, and related fields.