Biomedical Engineering & Science
Courses
BMES 101 Introduction to BMES Design I: Defining Medical Problems 2.0 Credits
This course is part one in a two-part series meant to instruct students on the unique challenges of designing solutions for biomedical needs. Part one will focus on defining the problem which includes: 1) understanding the medical need, 2) evaluating existing solutions, 3) defining requirements, identifying constraints and 4) choosing tests to verify requirements have been met.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 102 Introduction to BMES Design II: Evaluating Design Solutions 2.0 Credits
This course is part two in a two-part series meant to instruct students on the unique challenges in designing solutions for biomedical needs. Part two will focus on developing solutions that include: 1) generating multiple solution pathways, 2) refining solution choices based on requirements and constraints, 3) conducting experimental verification tests and 4) finally concluding if the solution was a success.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 101 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 124 Biomedical Engineering Freshman Seminar I 2.0 Credits
This course is intended to introduce freshman biomedical engineering students in the School of biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems at Drexel University to academic programs and opportunities, ongoing research projects and University resources to ensure a successful educational experience at Drexel and beyond. Through class discussions and guest lecture presentations, the students are provided with information and contacts necessary to begin a plan of academic study.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 201 Programming and Modeling for Biomedical Engineers I 3.0 Credits
This course aims to introduce students with some fundamental concepts about programming in MATLAB to give the ability to solve basic bioengineering problems. The course introduces the basics of programming using MATLAB, including programming environment and tools. Fundamental programming techniques and concepts such as loops, switches and logical operators, functions and file handling are covered. Applications in bioengineering for basic numerical problem solving are discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 202 Programming and Modeling for Biomedical Engineers ll 3.0 Credits
The course aims to introduce students to advanced programming concepts and tools to solve numerical problems in bioengineering. It provides the foundation for biosimulation and biocomputation classes. This course introduces advanced programming methods and computational tools for numerical analysis, model design and graphics. Higher-level functionality in MATLAB such as SIMULINK, symbolic processing and CAD related tools are discussed.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 212 The Body Synthetic 3.0 Credits
The Body Synthetic introduces concepts underlying biological and engineering principles involved in the design of biomedical devices used to treat diseases or interface with the human body.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 122 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 131 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 238 Dynamics of Biomedical Systems 4.0 Credits
Covers kinematic (linear and angular momentum) and kinetic (forces and moments) analysis of biomedical systems in two and three dimensional space with rotating coordinate systems.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MATH 201 [Min Grade: D], ENGR 231 [Min Grade: D], MATH 261 [Min Grade: D], CAEE 231 [Min Grade: D], ECE 231 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) and MEM 202 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 241 Modeling in Biomedical Design I 2.0 Credits
This course is part 1 in a 2 part series meant to instruct students on how to leverage year appropriate skills while designing solutions to biomedical problems. Students will: a) evaluate mathematical model(s) meant to solve biomedical problem(s), b) write software to simulate these solution(s), c) construct a solution based on simulation specifications, d) employ laboratory standards to verification testing, e) review test results and propose further refinement (written document and oral presentation).
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MATH 122 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 202 [Min Grade: D] and (BMES 102 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 113 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 301 Laboratory I: Experimental Biomechanics 2.0 Credits
This course deals with experimental aspects of biomechanics, specifically with the testing mechanical properties of biological tissues.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
Prerequisites: BMES 345 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) or (MATH 201 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 261 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 231 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 231 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 231 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 302 [WI] Laboratory II: Biomeasurements 2.0 Credits
This course introduces students to the measurement of physiological/biological/functional signals. Four specific signals will be collected and analyzed. Students are expected to analyze type of signal to be collected, possible measurement techniques and potential data analysis and then collect and analyze each signal.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore
Prerequisites: ECE 201 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 303 Laboratory III: Biomedical Electronics 2.0 Credits
This course introduces students to the widespread application of electronics and electronic devices in biomedical engineering. The course reinforces concepts learned in ECE 201 with hands-on experimentation related to biomedical applications such as telemedicine and medical devices.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
Prerequisites: ECE 201 [Min Grade: D] and (MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 304 Laboratory IV: Ultrasound Images 2.0 Credits
This course introduces students to the engineering principles of acoustical measurements by combining hands-on laboratory experiences with lectures. Students will learn the engineering/physical principles of measuring sound velocity in different materials, attenuation, and directivity of a circular transducers.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and ECE 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 305 Laboratory V: Musculoskeletal Anatomy for Biomedical Engineers 2.0 Credits
This course provides an opportunity for students to study the anatomy and biomechanics of select articulations of the human body. While the main emphasis will be on the musculoskeletal structures associated with each articulation, major neural and vascular structures will be studied as well.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: (BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 235 [Min Grade: D]) and MEM 202 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 310 Biomedical Statistics 4.0 Credits
This course is designed to introduce biomedical engineering students to the fundamentals of biostatistics necessary for medical research. Topics covered include measurements, sampling, basic hypothesis testing, analysis of variance and regression. Medical applications are emphasized.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: ENGR 231 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 261 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 201 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 239 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 231 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 231 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 315 Experimental Design in Biomedical Research 4.0 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of experimental design and statistical analysis as applied to biomedical research with animals and humans. Topics to be covered include experimental design, clinical design, and protocol submission and review.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 310 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 325 Principles of Biomedical Engineering I 3.0 Credits
This course is the first part of a two-term sequence which introduces biomedical engineering students to engineering principles applied to biological and physiological systems. This course focuses on bioethical questions, biomechanics, human performance engineering, biomaterials and tissue engineering.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MEM 202 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) and BIO 122 [Min Grade: D] and (ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 326 Principles of Biomedical Engineering II 3.0 Credits
This course is the second part of a two-term sequence which introduces biomedical engineering students to engineering principles applied to biological and physiological systems. This course focuses on bioinformatics, neuroengineering, biosignal processing, biosensors, and medical imaging.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: ECE 201 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) and BMES 325 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 337 Introduction to Physiological Control Systems 3.0 Credits
Introduces the basic concepts of control theory as it is applied to biomedical systems including electrical, mechanical, physiological and cellular systems.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: (MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D]) and (BMES 432 [Min Grade: D] or ECES 302 [Min Grade: D]) and BMES 375 [Min Grade: D] and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 451 [Min Grade: D] and (BMES 238 [Min Grade: D] or MEM 238 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 338 Biomedical Ethics and Law 3.0 Credits
Introduces the wide spectrum of ethical, regulatory, and legal issues facing health care practitioners and health-related research workers. Helps students become aware of the ethical and legal issues involved in their work. Helps students understand how legal and ethical decisions should be made in health-related matters, as well as what sources of help and guidance are available.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
BMES 341 Modeling in Biomedical Design II 2.0 Credits
This course is part 2 in a 2 part series meant to instruct students on how to leverage year appropriate skills while designing solutions to biomedical problems. Students will: a) develop mathematical model(s) to solve a biomedical problem(s), b) write software to simulate these solution(s), c) fabricate a solution based on simulation specifications, d) verify design solution according to identified engineering standards, f) review test results and propose further refinement (written document and oral presentation).
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 241 [Min Grade: D] and (MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 345 Mechanics of Biological Systems 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the fundamentals of mechanics of deformable bodies relevant to biological tissues and biomaterials. Major topics include stress and strain, mechanical properties of biological tissues and biomaterials, axial loading, torsion, bending, and viscoelasticity. These concepts will be applied to biological examples such as long bones, the heart, blood vessels, and orthopaedic implants.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) and MEM 202 [Min Grade: D] and (ENGR 220 [Min Grade: D] or MATE 220 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 353 Computational Neuroscience and Neuroengineering 3.0 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the concepts, methods and applications in the fields of computational neuroscience and neuroengineering. Topics presented include basic electrophysiology, development of models of neurons, neural systems, neural signals and survey of traditional and emerging neurotechnologies for recording and altering brain activity.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 201 [Min Grade: D] and (MATH 201 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 239 [Min Grade: D]) and (BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 218 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 211 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 348 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 349 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 372 Biosimulation 3.0 Credits
This course provides the foundation for the mathematical analysis of biomedical engineering systems. It focuses on the essential mathematical methods necessary for further development of modeling and simulation skills in other courses (materials, mechanics, fluids/transport, signals/control system, etc). The course applies calculus, differential equations and linear algebra to developing analytical techniques for biomedical applications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and (ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D]) and BMES 202 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 375 Computational Bioengineering 4.0 Credits
This course introduces undergraduate students to the mathematical and computational analysis of biological systems. The systems analyzed include the genome, protein and gene networks, cell division cycles, and cellular level disease. Mathematical tools include matrix algebra, differential equations, cellular automata, cluster analysis, etc.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 122 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 202 [Min Grade: D] and (MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 381 Junior Design I 2.0 Credits
This is the first course in a two-course sequence intended to present the basics of engineering design, project management, product development and translational research. This first course focuses on engineering design and product development. A case-study approach is used to illustrate best practices and common mistakes in engineering design.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Pre-Junior or Sophomore
Prerequisites: BMES 341 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 382 Junior Design II 2.0 Credits
This is the second course in a two-course sequence intended to present the basics of engineering design, project management, product development and translational research. This second course focuses on project management and quality control. A case-study approach is used to illustrate best practices and common mistakes in management and evaluation of engineering projects.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Pre-Junior or Sophomore
Prerequisites: BMES 381 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 391 Biomedical Instrumentation I 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the student to the medical instrumentation and provides background on the physical, chemical, electronic and computational fundamentals by which medical instrumentation operates. It is an analytical course exploring the design, operation, safety aspects and calibration of primary electronic instruments.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman
Prerequisites: ECE 201 [Min Grade: D] and (ENGR 210 [Min Grade: D] or CHEM 253 [Min Grade: D]) and (ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D]) and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 392 Biomedical Instrumentation II 3.0 Credits
Continues BMES 391. Explores the operation, safety aspects, and calibration of primarily optical and acoustical instruments, as well as those involving ionizing radiation. Also examines instrumentation primarily intended for particular departments and areas, such as anesthesia and infusion.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore
Prerequisites: BMES 391 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 401 Biosensors 4.0 Credits
Introduces the general topic of microsensors, discusses basic sensing mechanisms for microsensors, and presents various types of conductometric, acoustic, silicon, and optical microsensors. Uses two case studies that include an acoustic immunosensor and silicon glucose sensor to provide students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience. Provides additional experience through three laboratory sessions that support the lectures and familiarize students with practical aspects of microsensors. Also discusses applications of microsensors in the medical, chemical, pharmaceutical, environmental, aeronautical, and automotive industries.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Junior or Senior.
Prerequisites: (CHEM 253 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 210 [Min Grade: D]) and ECE 201 [Min Grade: D] and (ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 405 Physiological Control Systems 3.0 Credits
Introduces the basic concepts of feedback and feed forward controls systems, including characterizations in terms of prescribed constraints, study of input and output relationships for various types of physiological systems, and stability and time-delay problems. Covers mathematical models of physiological systems, with emphasis on non-linear and adaptive systems study.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 202 [Min Grade: D] and (BMES 337 [Min Grade: D] or ECES 356 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 407 Techniques in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering 1.0 Credit
This course provides training and experiences for skills relating to Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering in a hands-on laboratory setting. The course addresses cellular work in 3D scaffolds and histological techniques, as well as assays and experience quantifying experimental data in the field.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 409 Entrepreneurship for BMES 3.0 Credits
This course serves as the foundation course in entrepreneurship and is designed to provide students with a complete working knowledge of the modern entrepreneurial and business planning process.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 411 Chronoengineering I: Biological Rhythms in Health and Performance 3.0 Credits
Introduces students to the concepts of biological, and especially circadian, rhythmicity. Advances students' knowledge of biological time-keeping and adaptive functions of biological clocks. Topics include biochemical and physiological models of biological clocks, adjustment to environmental cycles, rhythms in behavior and physiological functions, sleep-wake cyclicity, adaptability of circadian systems, and influences of rhythms on human physiology and behavior. Designed to give students a thorough understanding of the role rhythms play in animal and human behavior, physiology, and medicine.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 412 Chronoengineering II: Sleep Functions in Health and Performance 3.0 Credits
Continues BMES 411. Enhances students' education in the concepts of biological, and especially circadian, rhythmicity. Focuses on sleep patterns, rhythms, evolution, neurology, psychology, and overall function.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Cannot enroll if classification is Freshman or Sophomore
Prerequisites: BMES 411 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 415 Systems Neuroscience and its Applications in Medicine and Engineering 3.0 Credits
Our perception and behavior are a result of computations performed by an astronomical number of densely connected neurons. Problems in these computations underlie many neurological diseases. Until recently it has been very difficult to understand neural computations at the level of single neurons. Recent progress in computation and breakthroughs in genetics and engineering has made it possible to understand macroscopic phenomenon like perception and behavior at the level of microscopic properties of single neurons. This course introduces students to the neuronal and circuit basis underlying sensory processing and perception, to neurological disorders that are result of incorrect neuronal processing, and to the application of these circuits to devices around us.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MATH 122 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 418 Brain Computer Interfaces 3.0 Credits
Brain Computer Interface (BCI) is defined as a combination of neurotechnologies that can capture or modulate brain activities related mental tasks, process and classify these brain signals in order to communicate, control or interact with external devices such as computers and robots. The goal of this course is to provide an introduction to the state of the art brain computer interface technologies, current approaches, limitations, potentials and various types of applications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 421 Biomedical Imaging Systems I: Images 4.0 Credits
This course gives an introduction into modern bioimaging methods used for biological research and clinical diagnostic imaging. Students will have the opportunity for hands-on experiences by working with advanced light microscopes. This course will also review and apply complementary image processing methods which have been developed to process, render, display and store multi-dimensional images. The relation between the image quality achieved by the imaging apparatus, the appropriate methods for image enhancement and subsequent analyzing procedures will be highlighted.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: (PHYS 153 [Min Grade: D] or PHYS 201 [Min Grade: D]) and (BIO 122 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 141 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 215 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 219 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 422 Biomedical Imaging Systems II: Ultrasound 4.0 Credits
Intended for students who would like to gain an adequate understanding of diagnostic ultrasound imaging principles and become familiar with developments in this rapidly expanding field. Introduces medical visualization techniques based on ultrasound propagation in biological tissues. Topics include generation and reception of ultrasound, imaging techniques (A-mode, B-mode, M-mode, and Doppler), typical and emerging diagnostic applications, elements of ultrasound exposimetry, and safety aspects from the clinical point of view.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 421 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 423 Biomedical Imaging Systems III 4.0 Credits
Covers volumetric and functional imaging systems. Discusses the principles and algorithms of projection tomography, XCAT, SPECT, PET; the principles of MRI: Bloch equation, slice selection, K-space scanning, volumetric MRI; biochemical imaging; chemical equilibrium equations and Scatchard plots, specific and nonspecific labeling; autoradiography; and flow and dynamical systems: Doppler, mass transport, and phase (MRI) measurement of flow.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 422 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 424 Principles of Neuroimaging 3.0 Credits
This course introduces types and categories of neuroimaging methods that can measure brain anatomy as well as brain activity including MRI, PET, CT, SPECT, EEG and NIRS. For each modality, basic principles, technical foundations of its operation, neural signals, visualization and analysis of multidimensional data, relevant standards will be provided as well as an overview of the clinical and translational applications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 353 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 421 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 430 Neural Aspects of Posture and Locomotion 3.0 Credits
Students will study the physiology of sensory/motor systems, with emphasis on modeling of neural systems and biomechanical aspects of functional tasks. Combines information on basic nerve cell activities, synaptic communication and structure/function relationships of skeletal muscle with basic mechanics to study spinal, vestibular and ocular reflexes. Culminates with the study of the control of motor systems with respect to bipedal motion.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 202 [Min Grade: D] and MEM 202 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 432 Biomedical Systems and Signals 3.0 Credits
Introduces various aspects of biomedical signals, systems, and signal processing. Covers topics in the origin and acquisition of biomedical signals; discrete-time signals and linear systems; frequency analysis of discrete-time signals, spectral estimation, data records and digital filters; and compression of biomedical signals through time-domain and frequency-domain coding.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 440 Introduction to Biodynamics 3.0 Credits
The objective of the course is to prepare students for biomechanical modeling, modeling methods, formulation of equations of motion and methods of determination of strength will be applied to human body dynamics. Particular emphasis is placed on the use of Rigid Body and Multi-Body Dynamics.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and (MEM 238 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 238 [Min Grade: D]) and (MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 441 Biomechanics I: Introduction to Biomechanics 4.0 Credits
Teaches students to use mechanical tools to get an introductory appreciation for solving biomechanical problems. Models human performance by using static, quasi-static, and dynamic approaches. Assesses overall loading of the musculoskeletal system during functional activities. Demonstrates introductory methods of estimation of forces in the joints and muscles and evaluates the endurance of the human tissues under traumatic loading conditions. Builds on existing knowledge in mechanics to illustrate the practical application of mechanical tools in the determination of human systems performance.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: (MEM 230 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 345 [Min Grade: D] or MATE 370 [Min Grade: D]) and (MEM 238 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 238 [Min Grade: D]) and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 442 Biomechanics II: Musculoskeletal Modeling and Human Performance 4.0 Credits
Teaches students to think biomechanically. Reviews and categorizes the various functional components (tissues) of the musculoskeletal system. Considers constraints of the joints and action of the soft and hard tissues, along with corresponding models. Computes joint and muscle forces. Discusses some aspect of postural stability of the whole musculoskeletal structure and reviews various methods of task performance.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 441 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 444 Biofluid Mechanics 3.0 Credits
This course introduces flow-related anatomy and pathophysiology, and biomedical flow devices and their design challenges. Analysis methods to solve biological fluid mechanics design problems will be introduced and several interdisciplinary team projects will be assigned to apply fluid mechanics to practical biological or medical problems.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 451 [Min Grade: D] and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 451 Transport Phenomena in Living Systems 4.0 Credits
Introduces students to applications of chemical engineering concepts in biological systems. Shows that chemical engineering approaches to problem solving are ideally suited to investigation of biology. Approaches include material and energy balances, transport phenomena, and kinetics.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: CHEM 253 [Min Grade: D], ENGR 210 [Min Grade: D] (Can be taken Concurrently) and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and (ENGR 232 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 262 [Min Grade: D] or MATH 210 [Min Grade: D] or CAEE 232 [Min Grade: D] or ECE 232 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 455 Medical Technology Innovation: Devices 3.0 Credits
The Medical Technology (MedTech) Innovation series of courses aim to take students on an international innovation journey from ‘concept to commercialization’ starting from R&D bench all the way to the healthcare trench. Undergraduates enrolled in MedTech I are introduced to fundamental concepts and established practices that underlie medical technology innovation in general, and technology assessment and due diligence in particular. This course is offered as part of the Global Innovation Partnership (GIP) curriculum.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 456 Medical Technology Innovation: Biologics 3.0 Credits
The Medical Technology Innovation (MedTech) series of courses aim to take students on an international innovation journey from ‘concept to commercialization,’ starting from the R&D bench to the healthcare trench. The series deepen understanding of medtech innovation by introducing learners to the brave world of startups, ecosystems that sustain them as well as the array of actors, players and stakeholders who nurture them. Medical Technology Innovation II is focused on biologics, in particular, emerging fronts in medical biotechnologies including biosensing, gene, cell, tissue and immune technologies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 457 Brain Technology Convergence 3.0 Credits
Starts with primer on natural (human) and artificial (computational) intelligence followed by an intro to emerging neuro-technologies including brain-computer interfaces, neuroimaging, neurostimulation/neuromodulation, neuroergonomics, brain-in-the-loop systems, human-robot teaming, humanoid robots and ‘human autonomy’ in context of rapidly emerging digital trends. Course proceeds to application domains such as gaming, entertainment, health, aerospace, learning & behavioral economics in the global context. Content emphasizes responsible brain-technology convergence respectful of neurorights and responsive to potential social, professional, legal and ethical implications. Foresight, Cyber-Brain Security, Complexity, Immersive Experiential Virtual Environments (aka Metaverse), Generative AI are running threads.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
BMES 460 Biomaterials I 4.0 Credits
First course in a three-quarter sequence designed to acquaint students with the behavior of materials used in biomedical application under load (i.e., mechanical properties), their modes of failure and as a function of their environment. This course provides students with the fundamentals needed to proceed with Biomaterials II.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: CHEM 241 [Min Grade: D] and (BMES 345 [Min Grade: D] or MEM 230 [Min Grade: D] or MATE 370 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 461 Biomaterials II 4.0 Credits
Second course in a three-quarter sequence in biomaterials. The goal of this course is with an understanding of, and ability to select, appropriate materials for specific applications taking into account mechanical, thermal, and rheological properties taught in Biomaterials I and combining them with the biocompatibility issues covered in the present course.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 460 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 471 Cellular and Molecular Foundations of Tissue Engineering 4.0 Credits
Course is designed to familiarize students with the advanced concepts of cellular and molecular biology and physiology relevant to tissue engineering. The initial part of a two-quarter sequence combining material from cellular/molecular biology, evolutionary/developmental biology with engineering design and biomaterials to educate students in the principles, methods, and technology of tissue engineering.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BIO 218 [Min Grade: D] and BIO 219 [Min Grade: D] and (MEM 230 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 345 [Min Grade: D] or MATE 370 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 472 Developmental and Evolutionary Foundations of Tissue Engineering 4.0 Credits
Familiarizes students with advanced concepts of developmental and evolutionary biology relevant to tissue engineering. This second part of the two-quarter sequence combines material from cellular/molecular biology and evolutionary design and biomaterials to educate students in the principles, methods, and technology of tissue engineering.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 471 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 475 Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering III 4.0 Credits
This course provides students with in-depth knowledge of factor-mediated tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Students learn about fundamental repair and regenerative processes and gain an understanding of specific biomaterials being used to mimic and/or enhance such processes. Students also learn about the delivery methods of agents which promote the proper functional development of specialized tissues.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 461 [Min Grade: D] and BMES 472 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 477 Neuroengineering I: Neural Signals 3.0 Credits
Introduces the theory of neural signaling. Students will learn the fundamental theory of cellular potentials and chemical signaling, the Hodgkin-Huxley description of action potential generation, circuit representations of neurons and be able to derive and integrate equations describing the circuit as well as design computer models.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BIO 201 [Min Grade: D] and (BIO 462 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 430 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 348 [Min Grade: D]) and (BMES 337 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 375 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 372 [Min Grade: D])
BMES 478 Neuroengineering II: Principles of Neuroengineering 3.0 Credits
This course investigates cutting edge technologies in neuroengineering in a seminar-style format with faculty from the School of Biomedical Engineering and College of Medicine. Three modules cover topics, which vary from year to year. Students are expected to submit written and oral presentations covering each topic.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 477 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 353 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 480 Introduction to Immune Engineering 3.0 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of immune engineering, including the major cell types of the innate and adaptive immune systems and the major tools and techniques that are used to modulate the immune system for therapeutic or diagnostic benefit.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: (BIO 211 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 214 [Min Grade: D]) and CHEM 102 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 481 Advanced Topics in Immune Engineering 3.0 Credits
This course exposes students to cutting edge topics in immune engineering, including novel targets, new tools and techniques, and special applications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 480 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 483 Quantitative Systems Biology 4.0 Credits
This course uses a data-driven systems engineering approach to provide a foundation in systems biology. Topics covered include the organization of robust networks of genes and proteins; intercellular communication; and cells as basic units of life.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 375 [Min Grade: D] and BIO 218 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 484 Genome Information Engineering 4.0 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the application of genomic, proteomic, and other large-scale information to biomedical engineering. The underlying goal is to develop an understanding of high-throughput technologies, biological challenges, and key mathematical and computational methods relevant to biomedical engineering.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 375 [Min Grade: D] and BIO 218 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 485 Brain Computer Interface Laboratory 2.0 Credits
This course explores an exciting aspect of neuroengineering, brain computer interfaces (BCI), in a hands-on laboratory setting. The course addresses both the human and computational elements of the technology emphasizing an engineering perspective while utilizing and modifying common paradigms in electroencephalogram (EEG)-based BCIs.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: BMES 412 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 430 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 432 [Min Grade: D] or BMES 418 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 488 Medical Device Development 3.0 Credits
Medical device product development must take into account a diverse set of disciplines to achieve a safe and successful product. This course exposes the student to several of these disciplines with the objective of raising the student's awareness of safety throughout the product development life cycle. Students will learn to appreciate the complex engineering decisions that support development of a safe medical device through an examination of risk management, regulatory processes, human factors and clinical studies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
BMES 490 Senior Thesis: Capstone Design Experience 2.0-3.0 Credits
This course is for BS / MS seniors in biomedical engineering who are completing a thesis as their capstone design experience.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 9 credits
Prerequisites: BMES 382 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 491 [WI] Senior Design Project I 3.0 Credits
This is the first course in a three-quarter capstone design experience for senior biomedical engineering students.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
Prerequisites: BMES 382 [Min Grade: D]
BMES 492 Senior Design Project II 2.0 Credits
Continues senior design activities begun in BMES 492.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
BMES 493 Senior Design Project III 3.0 Credits
Continues the design project begun in BMES 491 and continued through BMES 492.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Restrictions: Can enroll if classification is Senior.
BMES 496 Clinical Practicum 3.0 Credits
This course provides biomedical engineering students with an opportunity to observe basic operative and postoperative procedures with the idea of both learning about such procedures and identifying the role of biomedical engineering in these clinical settings.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 2 times for 9 credits
Restrictions: Can enroll if major is BME.
BMES 497 Research in Biomedical Engineering 1.0-3.0 Credit
Provides guided research in biomedical engineering.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 1 times for 6 credits
BMES I199 Independent Study in BMES 0.0-12.0 Credits
Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES I299 Independent Study in BMES 0.0-12.0 Credits
Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES I399 Independent Study in BMES 0.0-12.0 Credits
Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES I499 Independent Study in BMES 0.5-6.0 Credits
Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES T180 Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering & Science 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES T280 Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering & Science 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES T380 Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering & Science 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
BMES T480 Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering & Science 0.0-12.0 Credits
Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit