Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biomedical Engineering] From Louisiana Tech University

Graduates seek employment opportunities in the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries or in government agencies. Some graduates seek entry into a professional school (e.g. medical school, law school, veterinary school), or continue their education in graduate school.?

Biomedical engineers work in many rewarding areas: examples include the design and construction of artificial internal organs, the design and application of the electronics and instrumentation associated with hospital operating rooms, intensive care units, imaging laboratories, and automated clinical laboratories; the development of biomedical computer systems; the functional rehabilitation of disabled persons through the appropriate application and development of technology; the practice of clinical engineering; aerospace medicine, and life science; and basic research.?

The need for biomedical engineering professionals trained in the basic principles and applications of engineering, mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry and the medical sciences is expected to grow as new discoveries arising from modern biotechnology produce new products aimed at improving human health and welfare. A special feature of the Biomedical Engineering Program is that upon or before graduation, students may complete the basic requirements necessary for admission to medical school.?

The program provides a strong quantitative background for one who wishes to pursue a future medical career. Another feature of the program is that upon completion of the Biomedical Engineering degree program in any of the specialties, the student will be adequately prepared to continue his or her education at the graduate level by pursuing a Master of Science and/or Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biomedical Engineering. Continued professional education in business, law, and the basic medical sciences is also possible. Internships are also available to undergraduates to help in making these important career decisions.