Biomedical Engineering Major

Program Overview

Students can specialize in biocomputing, bioelectronics, or biomechanics. The program emphasizes hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, and a senior-year capstone project, equipping graduates for careers in research, development, and healthcare.

Program Outline

Students can choose from three specializations: biocomputing, bioelectronics, and biomechanics.

• Objectives:
• Develop medical devices and healthcare technologies for diagnosis and treatment.
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Prepare for research and development, implantable medical device design, diagnostic equipment development, regulatory positions, and medical, dental, law, and graduate schools.

Outline:

• Structure: The program consists of required courses, electives, and a senior-year capstone project.
• Courses:
• Required:
Intelligent Biosystems, Transport Phenomena, Neural Engineering, Embedded Biomedical Instrumentation, Applied Finite Element Analysis, Medical Imaging Physics, Image Processing for the Biomedical Sciences, Cardiopulmonary Mechanics.
• Electives: Students can choose from a variety of electives to tailor their program to their interests.
• Schedule: The program is typically completed in four years, with the opportunity to complete a combined bachelor's and master's degree in five years.

Teaching:

• Teaching methods: The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, labs, and group projects.
• Faculty: The BME program has a dedicated faculty with expertise in various areas of biomedical engineering.
• Unique approaches: The program includes opportunities for internships, co-ops, and research experiences.

Careers:

• Potential career paths: Research and development engineer, medical device designer, diagnostic equipment developer, regulatory specialist, medical, dental, law, and graduate school.
• Opportunities: The BME program prepares students for a wide range of opportunities in the medical and engineering fields.
• Outcomes: Graduates of the BME program are employed in various industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and medical device companies.

Other:

• Senior-year capstone project: Students work in teams to solve real-world biomedical problems.
• Co-op and internship opportunities: 75% of BME students participate in co-ops or internships, providing valuable hands-on experience.
• Internship opportunities at the FDA: Students can gain experience in biomedical research and regulation through internships at Marquette's Les Aspin Center for Government in Washington, D.C.