What is Biomedical Engineering?

Biomedical Engineering (BME) is the application of engineering principles and methods to solve problems in the medical and biological areas.  Students in this program work with living systems, apply advanced technology to complex problems in medical care, and observe how their work directly impacts the delivery of human health care.  Specialized areas of BME include: bioinstrumentation; biomaterials; biomechanics; cellular, tissue, and genetic engineering; clinical engineering; medical imaging; orthopedic engineering; rehabilitation engineering; and systems physiology.

Why WSU's Biomedical Engineering Program?

In addition to providing students with a solid foundation in engineering, math and science, WSU's program allows students to experience a hands-on approach to learning. Students may take advantage of our extensive computer facilities and modern teaching laboratories equipped with the latest resources. The senior design course brings all the course work together in a creative experience working on actual biomedical engineering problems which prepare students for employment. Three of these design projects have received national recognition from the Biomedical Engineering Society's Undergraduate Design Competition. In addition to the traditional BME track, students at WSU also have the option of taking the pre-med track in biomedical engineering.

Career Opportunities

A degree in biomedical engineering prepares students for employment in many industries including government and medicine. This profession is continually expanding as a result of the immense interest from public, government, scientific, and medical communities to improve quality of life. Employment opportunities include working with artificial organs, electrical muscle stimulators, drug delivery systems, artificial joints, prosthetics, and medical imaging technologies. Graduates of WSU are also prepared for advanced studies at the graduate level.