2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
The Department of Biomedical Engineering provides a comprehensive curriculum and valuable research opportunities to equip graduates for successful careers in healthcare, manufacturing, research, government, and further academic pursuits. Biomedical Engineering, within the department, emphasizes four key areas of education: fundamental science and mathematics, advanced engineering, software tools, and research and design. This focus enables students to acquire the knowledge and skills required for professional licensure, a broad range of professional and graduate opportunities, and positions in industry and government. The fundamental science and mathematics area establishes a strong foundation in subjects relevant to biomedical engineering, taught by experts in the respective fields. Advanced engineering coursework and practical experiences build upon this foundation, expanding students' understanding of various biomedical engineering fields. Incorporating four software tools into the curriculum, Biomedical Engineering ensures proficiency in 21st-century methods, enhancing problem-solving and design abilities.
Through mandatory laboratory research and a senior year capstone design project, students gain invaluable experience in research and design, specifically geared towards developing solutions for human health issues. With a focus on quality curriculum, meaningful research, and a cohesive educational approach, the Department of Engineering and its Biomedical Engineering program prepare students for successful careers and further academic pursuits while fostering the skills and knowledge needed to make positive contributions in the engineering field.
Learning Outcomes
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Bachelor Of Science Degree in Biomedical Engineering Curriculum
Graduating students who successfully complete all required math courses with a grade of "C" or better will also earn a minor in Mathematics.
Biomedical Engineering Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| ENGR 100 | Introduction to Engineering | 3 |
| ENGR 110 | Introduction to PROGRAMMING | 3 |
| BMED 201 | Biomedical Electronics 1 | 3 |
| BMED 202 | Biomedical Electronics 2 | 3 |
| BMED 210 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
| BMED 220 | Introduction to Biomaterials | 3 |
| BMED 310 | Biosignals and Systems | 3 |
| BMED 320 | Biofluid Mechanics | 3 |
| BMED 430 | Engineering Computation 1 | 3 |
| BMED 440W | Capstone 1 | 5 |
| BMED 441W | Capstone 2 | 5 |
| BMED 490 | RESEARCH IN BME | 3 |
Math Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| MATH 115 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MATH 116 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| MATH 215 | Calculus 3 | 4 |
| MATH 314 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 301 | Probability and Statistics 1 | 3 |
| MATH 302W | Probability and Statistics 2 | 3 |
Physics Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| PHYS 211 | General General Analytical Physics 1 | 3 |
| PHYS 211L | General General Analytical Physics 1 LAB | 1 |
| PHYS 211R | General General Analytical Physics 1 Recitation | 0 |
| PHYS 212 | General General Analytical Physics 2 | 3 |
| PHYS 212L | General General Analytical Physics 2 LAB | 1 |
| PHYS 212R | General General Analytical Physics 2 Recitation | 0 |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry 1 | 5 |
| CHEM 121L | General Chemistry 1 LAB | 0 |
| CHEM 121R | General Chemistry 1 Recitation | 0 |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry 2 | 5 |
| CHEM 122L | General Chemistry 2 LAB | 0 |
| CHEM 122R | General Chemistry 2 Recitation | 0 |
Biology Requirements
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| BIOL 111 | Biology 1 | 4 |
| BIOL 111L | Biology 1 LAB | 0 |
| BIOL 112 | Biology 2 | 4 |
| BIOL 112L | Biology 2 LAB | 0 |
University Core Requirements
| BRDG 103 - IPE Health Research Skills | 1 credit |
| BRDG 101 - Writing and Analysis | 3 credits |
| BRDG 102 Writing and Literature | 3 credits |
| EQ - Essential Questions Small Seminar | 3 credits |
| Foundational Ethics Course | 3 credits |
| Communication And Creative Expression | 3 credits |
|
Quantitative And Scientific Reasoning |
* |
|
Critical Thinking And Problem Solving |
* |
| Ethical Reasoning And Moral Responsibility | 3 credits |
| Social And Historical Reasoning | 3 credits |
| Cultural Fluency And Responsivity | 3 credits |
| Theology Requirement | * |
| Philosophy Requirement | * |
| Writing Enrichment Courses | (3 courses total) |
| BMED 490 - Experimental Learning Requirement | * |
| BMED 440W - Capstone Experience | * |
Pmhpp Requirements (Requirements for the Pre-Med/Pre-Health Preparation Program)
| PSYC 101 - Introduction To Psychology | 3 credits |
| PMHP 101 | 0 credits |
| PMHP 102 or 103 | 0 credits |
| PMHP 201 | 0 credits |
| PMHP 203 | 0 credits |
| PMHP 301 | 0 credits |
Biomedical Engineering & Nursing (BS/BSN) Dual Degree Curriculum
To earn a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, students must complete a minimum of 206 credits. Graduating students who successfully complete all required math courses with a grade of "C" or better will also earn a minor in Mathematics.
Biomedical Engineering Courses
| BMED 100 – Introduction to Biomedical Engineering | 3 credits |
| BMED 110 – Introduction to Programming | 3 credits |
| BMED 201 – Electronics I | 3 credits |
| BMED 202 – Electronics II | 3 credits |
| BMED 210 – Thermodynamics | 3 credits |
| BMED 220 – Introduction to Biomaterials | 3 credits |
| BMED 310 – Bio Signals and Systems | 3 credits |
| BMED 320 – Biofluid Mechanics | 3 credits |
| BMED 430/530 – Engineering Computation | 3 credits |
| BMED 440W – Capstone I | 3 credits |
| BMED 441W – Capstone II | 5 credits |
| BMED 490 – Research in Biomedical Engineering | 5 credits |
| BMED Electives (3) | 3 credits |
Nursing Courses
| UPNS 103 – Nutrition for Wellness | 3 credits |
| UPNS 113 – Human Development & Health Promotion | 3 credits |
| UPNS 200 – Fundamentals of Nursing Practice & Clinical | 6 credits |
| UPNS 218 – Health Assessment | 4 credits |
| UPNS 119 – Contemporary Professional Nursing | 3 credits |
| UPNS 124 – Cultural Issues in Health Care | 3 credits |
| UPNS 355 – Behavioral Health | 3 credits |
| UPNS 356 – Population Health | 3 credits |
| UPNS 309 – Pharmacology | 3 credits |
| UPNS 431 – Enhancing Quality and Safety Through Evidence-Based Practice and Technology | 3 credits |
| UPNS 326 – Pathophysiology Nursing Practice | 3 credits |
| UPNS 411 – Nursing Ethics | 3 credits |
| UPNS 323 – Adult Health & Illness | 6 credits |
| UPNS 339W – Genetics in Nursing | 3 credits |
| UPNS 344 – Nursing for Children's Health | 3 credits |
| UPNS 348 – Nursing for Maternal-Newborn Health | 3 credits |
| UPNS 400 – Critically Ill Adult | 6 credits |
| UPNS 453 – Transitions to Professional Practice | 3 credits |
| UPNS 462 – Leadership and Management Theory and Practice in Clinical Environments | 6 credits |
| UPNS 460 – Advanced Clinical Concepts in Gerontology | 3 credits |
Science And Math Courses
| BIOL 111, 111L – Biology I / Lab | 4 credits |
| BIOL 112, 112L – Biology II / Lab | 4 credits |
| BIOL 203, 204 – Intro to Microbiology / Lab | 4 credits |
| BIOL 207, 208 – Anatomy and Physiology I / Lab | 3 credits |
| BIOL 209, 210 – Anatomy and Physiology II / Lab | 3 credits |
| CHEM 121, 121L, 121R – General Chemistry I / Lab / Recitation | 5 credits |
| CHEM 122, 122L, 122R – General Chemistry II / Lab / Recitation | 5 credits |
| PHYS 211, 211L, 211R – General Analytical Physics I / Lab / Recitation | 4 credits |
| PHYS 212, 212L, 212R – General Analytical Physics II / Lab / Recitation | 4 credits |
| MATH 115 – Calculus I | 4 credits |
| MATH 116 – Calculus II | 4 credits |
| MATH 215 – Calculus III | 4 credits |
| MATH 301 – Statistics I | 3 credits |
| MATH 302W – Statistics II | 3 credits |
| MATH 314 – Differential Equations | 3 credits |
University Core Requirements
| BRDG 103 - IPE Health Research Skills | 1 credit |
| BRDG 101 - Writing and Analysis | 3 credits |
| BRDG 102 Writing and Literature | 3 credits |
| EQ - Essential Questions Small Seminar | 3 credits |
| Foundational Ethics Course | 3 credits |
| Communication And Creative Expression | 3 credits |
|
Quantitative And Scientific Reasoning |
* |
|
Critical Thinking And Problem Solving |
* |
| Ethical Reasoning And Moral Responsibility | 3 credits |
| Social And Historical Reasoning | 3 credits |
| Cultural Fluency And Responsivity | 3 credits |
| Theology Requirement | * |
| Philosophy Requirement | * |
| Writing Enrichment Courses | (3 courses total) |
| BMED 490 - Experimental Learning Requirement | * |
| BMED 440W - Capstone Experience | * |