Exploration, analysis, and application of the elements comprising the bioengineering professional persona along with those elements’ centrality to the process of becoming a world-class bioengineer. Topics include rhetorical strategies for communicating with diverse audiences across various genres and media as well as the sociotechnical ethics of modern engineering work.

An introduction to the basic concepts in the design process, theory and tools in design methodology, with a focus on the engineering systems development cycle. Students will solve design problems that are open-ended, requiring creative and iterative solutions.

Mathematical and engineering sciences are used to highlight principles governing the function of physiological systems. Simulation of normal and diseases states are used in understanding, devising, and testing systems for intervention.

Introduces students to the fundamentals of developing, optimizing, and manufacturing large-molecule biologic pharmaceuticals with an emphasis on therapeutic proteins, therapeutic antibodies, and antibody modifications. Course will cover the regulatory and ethical landscape of biopharmaceuticals, along with the biopharmaceutical industry in general.

Introduction to soft condensed matter, including the general aspects of chemistry, physical properties, structure and dynamics, and applications of soft materials (including polymers, colloids, liquid crystals, amphiphiles, gels, and biomaterials). Emphasis is placed on the molecular forces related to self-assembly.

The fundamentals of science and engineering design related to replacement organs and tissues.

Biochemical engineering concepts related to large-scale animal cell biotechnology and scalable manufacturing of cellular products, such as recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies, viral vaccines, therapeutic cells, and gene therapy vectors. Working in small groups, students will address a range of contemporary problems.

Introduction of the application of human factors and ergonomics in the design of biomedical devices as well as the regulatory framework for device pre-market approval.

Introduction of the application of human factors and ergonomics in the design of biomedical devices, as well as the regulatory framework for device pre-market approval.

Biomaterials and groundwork for topics such as mechanical, chemical, and thermal properties of replacement materials and tissues. Implantation of materials in the body is studied for the biological point of view.

This course is intended to connect basic science, materials, and engineering principles with specific biomedical applications through experiential learning.

The application of engineering principles to solid mechanics and to body dynamics is discussed. The student should understand the mechanics of the musculoskeletal system.