Undergraduate Courses 2007-07 as listed in Catalog

BE 2100 - Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Seminar
An overview of biomedical engineering designed especially for freshmen and sophomores that includes presentations by faculty, members of the community and other guest lecturers. Topics ranging from clinical engineering through basic biomedical engineering research are covered.
Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior

BE 2110 - Statistical Methods for Biomedical Engineering
Topics include descriptive statistics, sampling methods, probability, statistical inference, causality, elementary design of experiments, statistical process improvement methods including Six-Sigma techniques, clinical trial methodology, and variance analysis.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Summer
Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1135 or MA 1160


BE 2400 - Biology for Engineers I
General principles and engineering applications of science and biology, including cell biology, physiology, molecular biology, genetics, and biotechnology.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior

BE 2500 - Introduction to Biostatistics
Topics include collection of data, presentation of data, statistical inference, causality, basic probability, basic epidemiology, design of clinical trials, regulation in the health industry, and an overview of the health science research culture.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): MA 1020 or MA 1032


BE 2600 - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
Covers basis concepts of Biomedical Engineering including statistical distributions, physiological modeling, medical imaging, biomechanics, biomaterials, and biomedical instrumentation. It serves as the starting point for more advanced courses in biomedical engineering and to give students a broad yet quantitative overview of the field.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): CH 1120 and PH 2100 and MA 2160 and ENG 1102


BE 3500 - Biomedical Materials
An overview of biomaterials in three basic classes: metals, ceramics, and polymers. Topics include biomaterials used in special medical applications (such as tissue replacement, absorbable and non-absorbable sutures, and soft tissue replacements) as well as discussion of tissue, body, and blood response to implants (bio-compatibility).
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Pre-Requisite(s): (BL 1040 or BE 2400) and MY 2100 and (MEEM 2150(C) or ENG 2120(C))


BE 3600 - Biomedical Instrumentation
Introduction to theory of measurement and analysis from biological systems. Covers the use of transducers, data recording and analysis systems and signal processing techniques. Laboratory includes measurements of physiological quantities from living systems.
Credits: 4.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-2)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Requisite(s): EE 3010 and BL 2020 and BL 2021


BE 3750 - Human Biomechanics
Introduction to the analysis of anatomical structures, movements, and mechanics of the musculoskeletal system, including properties and strength of materials. Includes application of Newtonian mechanics, statics, and strength of materials of bone, muscle, tendon, and other biologic materials.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Requisite(s): BL 2010 and (MEEM 2150 or ENG 2120)


BE 4000 - Independent Study
Students undertake an independent study under the guidance of a Biomedical Engineering faculty member. The course of study may either be research or academic and is decided upon between the study and faculty member.
Credits: variable to 6.0; Repeatable to a Max of 12
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Restrictions: Permission of instructor and department required

BE 4100 - Cell and Tissue Mechanics
Focuses on mechanical behavior and adaptation of musculoskeletal tissues including material properties, viscoelasticity, fatigue and failure. Includes the role of mechanical forces in the development, growth and adaptation of musculoskeletal tissues; cell biology and cellular mechanotransduction.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 3750


BE 4110 - Neuroengineering
Brief overview of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neurobiology followed by introductions of more advanced topics including neural tissue engineering, neural/electrode interfaces, and functional electrical stimulation.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 2400 and BE 3500


BE 4200 - Biology for Engineers II
Covers, at an advanced level, the general principles and engineering applications of science and biology, including cell biology, physiology, molecular biology, genetics, and biotechnology.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 2400


BE 4300 - Advanced Polymeric Biomaterials
A specialized study of polymers used in biomedical engineering. Topics include: processing-structure-properties relationships for polymers, polymer fibers and composites, degradation of polymers, and medical applications for polymeric biomaterials.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 3500


BE 4440 - Genetic Engineering
Molecular medicine and its applications in genetic engineering will be discussed following a quick review of genetics and cell biology as well as the human disease mechanisms. In vivo, in vitro and ex vivo treatments utilizing genetically engineered products, allogeneic and autologous cell transplantation experiments will be discussed.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand


BE 4510 - Cardiovascular Engineering
Fundamental cardiovascular pathology and the biomedical engineering approaches being developed and used toward problems resulting in significant cardiovascular deficiency such as myocardial infarction, chronic kidney disease, atherosclerosis, and heart valve disease.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Junior, Senior
Pre-Requisite(s): BL 2020 or BE 2400


BE 4660 - Active Implantable Devices
Implantable devices that are actively delivering therapy and acting as monitoring tools will be covered. Emphasis will be on the technology and its application. Devices include electrical stimulators, pumps & diagnostic instrumentations.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 3600


BE 4700 - Biosensors: Fabrication & Applications
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of biosensor development and applications. It provides an understanding of biological components, immobilization methods, transducers, and fabrication techniques.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 3600


BE 4800 - Biomaterials Interfaces
This course introduces the students to the effects of topography and texture on the performance of biomaterials. Special emphasis is placed on tissue engineering scaffolds and microfabrication and nanofabrication techniques. Some of the topics also include self-organization of biomembranes and supramolecular systems, bioactive materials, and the molecular basis for surface recognition and masking.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand


BE 4900 - Biomedical Design Fundamentals
Design considerations and professional practice issues are addressed. Ethics, regulatory affairs, and intellectual property are addressed within the context of the biomedical engineering profession. Modern tools of biomedical design are presented and applied to current problems.
Credits: 1.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (1-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 3600 and BE 3750 and BE 3500(C)


BE 4901 - Biomedical Design Project I
Team approach is used to resolve a defined problem in biomedical engineering. Projects are selected and undertaken with faculty guidance and sponsor input. Must be senior project ready, as defined by major, substitutes for prerequisites.
Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-3)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Biomedical Engineering; May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
Co-Requisite(s): BE 4900
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 3500(C) and BE 3600 and BE 3750


BE 4910 - Biomedical Design Project II
Continuation of Biomedical Design Project I (BE4901) under faculty guidance. Emphasizes design and testing of prototypes. Requires work project notebooks, oral and written reports, and presentations.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-1-6)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior
Pre-Requisite(s): BE 4900 and BE 4901


BE 4930 - Biomedical Engineering Topics
Biomedical engineering courses will be offered on new or emerging technical subjects depending on student demand and faculty interest and expertise.
Credits: variable to 6.0; May be repeated
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer


BE 4940 - Introduction to Tissue Engineering
Explores the application of engineering principles toward the construction/reconstruction of human tissue. Fundamental biological principles involved in tissue engineering are reviewed from an engineering perspective with examples of engineered tissues such as blood vessels, skin, liver, cartilage and bone.
Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore
Pre-Requisite(s): (BL 1040 or BE 2400) and BL 2020