Biomedical Engineering Classes

Getting a degree in Biomedical engineering will open up many opportunities in the vast world of science and medicine. Because of the ever changing technology in the healthcare and medical fields, the need for research and development is continually growing.  Biomedical Engineering is the building of useful replacements for various parts of the human body. They combine science and engineering to discover effective ways of improving patient care quality and healthcare therapy.

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Biomedical Engineering Classes
Is Biomedical Engineering right for me?

The duties and responsibilities of a biomedical engineer include the following:

  • Explore fundamental issues by providing and evaluating technical support for biomedical equipment
  • Train personnel on using biomedical equipment
  • Develop and design new products such as artificial organs and devices that replace body parts
  • Work with other scientists in the field to research the engineering aspects of humans and animals
The expected job outlook for biomedical engineering is projected to grow a whopping 62% by 2020 which is highly faster than any other average of occupations. The baby boom generation is expected to increase the need for artificial devices and procedures causing the demand of workers to increase. The median wage of biomedical engineers ranges from $49,000 to $82,000 with the top 10 percent earning wages over $126,000 annually.
According to the bureau of labor statistics, the median annual wages in industries employing the largest numbers of biomedical engineers in 2010 for the following were:
  • Scientific research and development $88,000
  • Pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing – $82,000
  • University and college professors – $68,000
  • Hospitals and medical facilities -$59,000

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