Program Accreditation and Information
The new Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in biomedical engineering is not currently accredited, but is seeking initial accreditation through the Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, according to their processes and guidelines for new engineering programs, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Biomedical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
Program educational objectives
Program educational objectives are broad statements that describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation. Program educational objectives are based on the needs of the program's constituencies. Input from the ECE Advisory Council and industry representatives was considered in setting these objectives.
Biomedical engineering program objectives
- Graduates will become successful practitioners in engineering and other diverse careers.
- Most graduates will pursue continuing education opportunities relevant to their careers.
- Some graduates will pursue advanced degree programs in engineering and other disciplines.
- Some graduates will pursue professional registration.
Student outcomes
Student outcomes describe what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the knowledge, skills and behaviors that students acquire as they progress through the program.
The biomedical engineering program will enable students to attain the following by the time of graduation:
1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. 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
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. 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
5. 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
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies
Enrollment and degrees awarded
Information on undergraduate enrollment and degrees awarded can be found on the following pages: