Biomedical Engineering
Bachelor’s
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Why choose a Biomedical Engineering degree at Trine?
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Biomedical Engineers design solutions for medical applications
The human body is a complex machine, and, like all machines, sometimes needs a little engineering help. The Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering at Trine University equips you with the tools needed to develop these solutions.
The degree: Integration of engineering and biological sciences
The Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering integrates the design and problem-solving skills of engineering with medical and biological sciences to advance health care. The biomedical engineering program prepares you for a successful career in industry and graduate school. You will be able to select one of three focus area concentrations: research, electrical or mechanical engineering.
Trine University's biomedical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
The experience: Use biomedical engineering tools to solve real problems
Building upon Trine University’s rich engineering heritage, the biomedical engineering program presents a “hands-on” approach to student learning. You will have access to state-of-the-art engineering laboratories as well as various labs in the Jannen School of Arts and Sciences.
- Integrated exposure to an eight-camera Vicon Motion Capture Biomechanics Lab
- Material property analysis utilizing an Instron Tensile Machine in the Biomaterials Lab
- Static and dynamic assays as part of the Biomedical Engineering Laboratory Techniques course
- Physiological measurements with biomedical instruments
- Applied human-centered senior design projects
- Scaffold development for cellular integration utilizing a 3D Tissue Printer
- Potential to acquire minors in bioprocess engineering, robotics, chemistry, biology or mathematics
The result: Success in a career or graduate school
As a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering degree, you will be equipped with the skills to be successful in industry or graduate school.
- Our faculty and employment specialists aid students in understanding the opportunities available within the field of biomedical engineering
- Our modular curriculum allows students to tailor their degree plan to fit personal and career interests
- You will engage in biomedical-related co-ops, internships and REUs, including opportunities sponsored by Trine Innovation 1
- You will have the option to pursue health science career paths including pre-med, Master of Physician Assistant Studies and Doctor of Physical Therapy programs or a Master of Science in Engineering Management
Additional Information
Employment Opportunities
Biomedical engineering has a projected growth of 23% over the next 10 years according
to the Bureau of Labor StatisticsOpens in new window . Graduates will be prepared
for the following career possibilities:
Design, manufacturing, quality control, testing evaluation, research and development
Industry
Entrepreneur
Graduate School: Research, Prosthetic School, MBA or MSEM
Pre-Med, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy
Dental School
Lawyer
Patents
Some of the companies that are likely to recruit our graduates include:
Abbott
Boston Scientific
CareFusion
DePuy Synthes
Eli Lilly
GE Healthcare
Johnson & Johnson
Medtronic
Össur
Ottobock
Paragon Medical
Philips Healthcare
Roche
Smith & Nephew
Stryker Orthopedics
Tecomet
Willow Wood
Zimmer Biomet
Program Information
Degree
BS in Biomedical Engineering
Program Feature
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Duration
129 hours
Level
Undergraduate
Campus Location
Angola, IN
School/College
Careers in Biomedical Engineering
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