Biomedical Design

Program Overview

This biomedical design engineering program provides a comprehensive education in the design, development, and application of medical technologies. Students gain a solid foundation in engineering principles, materials, and processes, along with specialized knowledge in biomechanics, human anatomy, and information technology. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in medical device companies, hospital laboratories, and the energy sector, and have the potential to progress to Level 8 engineering roles.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year One

• Critical Skills Development
• Electrical Circuits
• Engineering Graphics
• Materials & Processes 1
• Mathematics 1
• Physical Science

Year Two

• Principles of Human Anatomy
• Biomechanics 1
• Materials and Processes 2
• Mathematics 2
• Measurement Systems
• Solid Modelling 1

Year Three

Semester 1

• Automation
• Biomechanics 3
• Fluid Mechanics 1
• Quality & Manufacturing Systems
• Solid Modelling 2
• Mathematics 3

Semester 2

• Clinical Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
• Biomaterials 1
• Biomechanics 2
• Mathematics 4

Careers:

• Technical roles in companies such as Intel, Aer Lingus, Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Coca Cola, Siemens, Boston Scientific, Johnson & Johnson, Kenkel, and Google.
• Medical device companies
• Hospital laboratories
• Energy sector
• Progress to Level 8 engineering roles

Other:

• Students experience innovative teaching in modern laboratories and lectures.
• Students can visit engineering companies, travel abroad for a semester or year to partner universities, or seek work placements through industry connections.
• Graduates are trained to be creative, inventive, and solve difficult problems.
• Biomedical Design Engineers develop technologies to save lives and improve health.