Biomedical Engineering

By Carson Perry

Different Job Functions

Biomedical engineers can:
Design equipment and devices, such as artificial internal organs,
replacements for body parts, and machines for diagnosing medical
problems
Install, adjust, maintain, repair, or provide technical support for
biomedical equipment
Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical
equipment
Train clinicians and other personnel on the proper use of equipment
Work with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists to research
the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and
animals

Their Work Environment

Biomedical engineers work in a variety of
settings, but Some biomedical engineers
work in hospitals, others work in laboratories,
manufacturing settings, or even in
typically work normal
commercial offices. In addition, they
work schedules.
However, they may need to work overtime
occasionally to meet deadlines.
BMEs work in teams with scientists, healthcare workers, or other engineers. Their
job functions depend on the project.
Example: A biomedical engineer who has produced a machine for hospitals will
have to work at hospitals, training hospital staff to use the machine properly.

Specialized Areas Of BME

Bioinstrumentation uses electronics, computer science, and measurement principles to
develop devices used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Biomaterials is the study of naturally occurring or laboratory-designed materials that are
used in medical devices or as implantation materials.
Biomechanics involves the study of mechanics, such as thermodynamics, to solve
biological or medical problems.
Clinical engineering applies medical technology to optimize healthcare delivery.
Rehabilitation engineering is the study of engineering and computer science to develop
devices that assist individuals with physical and cognitive impairments.
Systems physiology uses engineering tools to understand how systems within living
organisms, from bacteria to humans, function and respond to changes in their
environment.

More About BME

25th percentile: $66,900
Median pay is roughly $86,220 per year, $41.45 per hour.
75th percentile: $110,730
Research
and
development
in the
physical,
engineering,
and life
sciences

$97,100

Medical
equipment
and supplies
manufacturi
ng

$91,030

Importance Of BME
Biomedical engineering is important to society, because it is the
reason many medical devices exist. Without Biomedical
Engineering, devices such as CAT scans or respirators would not
exist.
This career is very important
because it involves the production of
any machinery that medical
professionals need to do their jobs.
Without BME, it would be harder for
medical professionals to diagnose
and treat patients.

Biomaterials
http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-12520951
Biomaterials Engineering is an diverse field that studies how
materials interact with living organisms. Implantable devices
like pacemakers, defibrillators, and artificial joints must be
biocompatible while carrying out complex chemical and
mechanical functions. Biomaterials Engineers apply their
knowledge of engineering and biology to design, develop
and test health systems and products.

Required Courses:
Biology for Engineers

Bioimaging

Biology for Engineers Laboratory

Fundamentals of Biosensor Techniques,

Instrumentation, and Applications

Biomaterials

Biocomputational Methods

Biomedical Electronics & Instrumentation

Biofluids

Synthetic Biology and Biological

Engineering

Biological Systems Control

Capstone Design I: Entrepreneurship,

Introduction to the Bioengineering Major

Bioengineering Thermodynamics

Transport Process Design

Modeling Physiological Systems and Lab
Linear Algebra and ODEs in Bioengineering

More Info About A. James Clark

Tuition is around $14,677
Does have Co-op or internship programs for students with employers
such as IBM, NASA, US Army Research Lab, or US Army Research
Lab.

Would I Attend A. James Clark?

I would definitely consider this school because its affordability, great
programs and co-op programs. A. James Clark School of Engineering has
classes such as biomaterials and biofluids that highly interest me. I
would very much enjoy attending a college that specializes in
engineering, to ensure I am getting the exposure and education to
prepare myself for the career. In addition, it is part of University of
Maryland, which is a division I school with great athletics to attend.
Overall, I could see myself attending A. James Clark.

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