Department of Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineering applies the principles and theories of engineering to solve problems in the wide-ranging field of medicine. Biomedical engineers can be found working alongside scientists, other engineering professionals, and medical practitioners to evaluate the complex, interdependent systems of the human body to develop effective solutions to enhance the quality of life for all patients. Biomedical engineers play a key role in developing and defining the engineering requirements and specifications necessary to actually bring these devices and protocols to fruition. It is a rapidly growing field with a variety of career opportunities for students with an interest in combining engineering with medicine.

Biomedical engineers are first and foremost engineers. Biomedical engineering is the branch of engineering that uniquely leverages the vast knowledge base of biology and medicine to solve problems focused on health care and the human body. Biomedical engineers can be found working in a variety of settings depending on the type of work they do. Positions are available in academia, hospital laboratories, manufacturing settings as well as commercial offices. Biomedical engineers are employed to:

• Design systems and products, such as artificial internal organs, artificial devices that replace body parts, and machines for diagnosing medical problems
• Work with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists to research the engineering aspects of biological systems of humans and animals
• Work with pharmaceutical companies to develop new drug therapies
• Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment

Learn more about the biomedical engineering BS program at RIT

Mission Statement

To educate and train graduates who are technically competent and are prepared to apply knowledge in traditional and modern application domains. Additionally, they will possess a broad education and knowledge of contemporary issues that enable them to anticipate change and continually update their skills. They will also be able to communicate and work effectively with others in a professional and ethical manner to function as a biomedical engineer in a globally-connected society.

Vision

To prepare graduates to either enter directly into the work force as technically competent and sought-after professionals with reinforcement from experiential learning, or to prepare them with the fundamental knowledge to continue their education in graduate programs.

Values

Student Centered: Our department makes decisions and behaves in a manner that demonstrates the primary importance of the students’ needs and interests.

Community: The department is a close-knit community characterized by respect for its differences, inclusion of a diverse set of ideas and people, and friendly collaboration among the faculty, staff, and students.

Teaching Excellence: To demonstrate continuous excellence and innovation in how we deliver classes to our students, and the support we provide our students outside of class.

Experiential Learning: To provide experiential learning throughout the undergraduate curricula via cooperative education, relevant projects, and practical experiences in state-of-the-art labs.

Research: Faculty members will conduct studies that encompass a vast spectrum of the biomedical field, allowing students to engage in innovative research opportunities.

Accreditation

The BS degree in biomedical engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. For enrollment and graduation data, program educational objectives, and student outcomes, please visit the college’s accreditation page. 

Industrial Advisory Board

To help ensure that industry needs are satisfied through the proper training and education of biomedical engineering students, an annual meeting is held with the members of the industrial advisory board. The board is comprised of professionals from all areas of biomedical engineering, and also includes some RIT alumni as well.