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Biological Engineering BSBE



Overview

The goals of this program are to provide a fundamental understanding of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering and to apply this understanding to design devices and processes related to biosystems. Graduates have an excellent understanding of the complementary aspects of biology and engineering and work as professionals capable of implementing new ideas and technologies in complex biologically based industries. The program meets critically important needs for engineering systems in the rapidly advancing field of biotechnology. Recent discoveries in biological sciences are providing new ways to beneficially manipulate biological systems ranging from individual cells to entire ecosystems.

Engineers with expertise in biological systems 1) are involved in the development, design and manufacture of products for the medical healthcare industry, 2) understand and use techniques to modify and control biological systems needed in the chemical and biochemical industries including food production, pharmaceuticals and environmental protection and 3) design processes and products that prevent pollution formation or remediate polluted environments. This four-year professional engineering program provides the student with a balance of basic sciences, humanities, social sciences, engineering sciences, biological sciences, and courses in engineering design and analysis.

All students complete biological science courses in biology, organic chemistry, microbiology, and biochemistry with an option to select additional courses in genetics, cell biology, zoology, or botany. Engineering science courses required are statics, fluid mechanics, strength of materials, electrical circuits, heat transfer, and thermodynamics. The development of both technical and communication skills is stressed throughout the program. Students are encouraged to participate in professional activities through local and national organizations.

The B.S.B.E. degree program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, 415 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 - telephone: (410)347-7700. Graduating fourth-year students from the B.S.B.E. degree program must complete the Fundamentals of Engineering examination prior to graduation. Successful completion of this exam qualifies the student for Engineer in Training registration which is a prerequisite for the Professional Engineer registration.

The program educational objectives describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation. Within a few years of graduation, graduates from the B.S. Biological Engineering program will have: Achieved a high level of technical expertise and critical thinking to recognize, define and innovate design solutions for complex biological and healthcare-related problems that require integration of scientific and social knowledge. Established themselves as effective team players who synthesize knowledge across disciplines in order to understand the societal impacts and ethical implications of decisions. Proven themselves to be proficient communicators of complex technical information in written and oral formats with a wide variety of audiences. Pursued self-directed and lifelong learning, such as graduate work or other continuing education.

Course work in the B.S.B.E. program is selected to assure that graduates develop the desired competencies in a wide range of engineering topics. The engineering design experience is integrated throughout the B.S.B.E. curriculum. All students are required to take a first-year course in Introduction to Engineering Design, a second-year course in Engineering Design Methodology, and a fourth-year capstone course in Engineering Design. The capstone course draws upon previous course work and includes a major engineering design team project which focuses on professional practice in the student's area of emphasis. The engineering design experience is structured to fulfill the above objectives.

All students must earn a grade of C or better in all required Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics courses and in the following engineering courses: ENGR 1120, 2110, 2120, 2140, 2170, 3140, 3150 and 3160. Except for those ENGR courses requiring a grade of C or better, a maximum of two ENGR courses with grades of D may be used to satisfy graduation requirements. Competency in a computer programming language is expected and may be satisfied with ENGR 1140.

Double Dawgs

This major is part of a Double Dawgs pathway: Biological Engineering BSBE/Biological Engineering MS Biological Engineering BSBE/Biomanufacturing and Bioprocessing MBB(non-thesis) Biological Engineering BSBE/Business Administration MBA(non-thesis) Biological Engineering BSBE/Pharmacy MS(non-thesis) For more information, go to doubledawgs.uga.edu

Contact

Dr. Mark Eiteman Interim Chair and Professor School of Chemical, Materials, and Biomedical Engineering info@engineering.uga.edu (706) 542-0833

Four-Year Program of Study

Four-Year Program of Study

The following program of study provides a path for students to complete this degree program in four years.

Fall Year 1
BIOL 1107  Principles of Biology I 3
    AND  BIOL 1107L  Principles of Biology I Laboratory 1
CHEM 1211-1211D  General Chemistry I 3
    AND  CHEM 1211L  General Chemistry Laboratory I 1
ENGL 1101  English Composition I 3
ENGR 1920  Introduction to Engineering 1
FYOS 1001  First-Year Odyssey Seminar 1
MATH 2250  Calculus I for Science and Engineering 4
Spring Year 1
BIOL 1108  Principles of Biology II 3
    AND  BIOL 1108L  Principles of Biology II Laboratory 1
CHEM 1212-1212D  General Chemistry II 3
    AND  CHEM 1212L  General Chemistry Laboratory II 1
ENGR 1120  Engineering Graphics and Design 2
MATH 2260  Calculus II for Science and Engineering 4
PHYS 1251  Introductory Studio Physics for Engineers I 3
Summer Year 1

N/A

Fall Year 2
COMM 1110  Introduction to Public Speaking 3
ENGL 1102  English Composition II 3
ENGR 1140  Computational Engineering Methods 2
ENGR 2120  Engineering Statics 3
MATH 2500  Accelerated Calculus III for Engineering Students 3
PHYS 1252  Introductory Studio Physics for Engineers II 3
Spring Year 2
AENG(BIOE) 2920  Engineering Design Methodology 2
CHEM 2211-2211D  Modern Organic Chemistry I 3
    AND  CHEM 2211L  Modern Organic Chemistry Laboratory I 1
ENGR 2110  Engineering Decision Making 3
ENGR 2170-2170L  Applied Circuit Analysis 3
MATH 2700  Elementary Differential Equations 3
Summer Year 2

N/A

Fall Year 3
BCMB 3100  Introductory Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 4
BCHE 3520  Mass Transport and Rate Phenomena 3
ENGR 3160  Fluid Mechanics 3

Engineering Professionalism Elective

Science Elective

Spring Year 3

Area V Social Science

BIOE 3720  Engineering Physiology 3
ENGR 2140  Strength of Materials 3
ENGR 3140  Engineering Thermodynamics 3

PEDB Course

Science Elective

Summer Year 3

N/A

Fall Year 4

Area IV World Language and Global Culture

Area V Social Science

BIOE 4740/6740  Biomaterials 3
BIOE 4910  Capstone Design I 2

BIOE Lab Elective

Biological Engineering Elective

Spring Year 4

Area IV World Language and Global Culture

Area IV World Language and Global Culture

Area V Social Science

BIOE 4760/6760  Biomechanics 3
BIOE 4911  Capstone Design II 2
Summer Year 4

N/A

University-Wide Requirements

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