卡尔顿大学

The biomedical and mechanical engineering program integrates life sciences with the traditional mechanical engineering topics of solid mechanics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, materials, robotics and control systems to analyze and solve problems related to biomechanical engineering, biotechnology and medicine. The program provides students with a skill set that enables the development of advanced components, systems and techniques for biomechanical applications that are crucial to modern health care. The curriculum is designed with an emphasis on the development of practical and problem-solving skills based on hands-on laboratory and design work.

The BEng program in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering is fully accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. When you graduate from this program, you will meet the educational requirements for registration as a professional engineer. The program is also designed to meet the prerequisite courses required by many medical schools in North America.

You will spend the first year in this program learning the fundamentals of basic science and mathematics, with courses in biology, chemistry and physics. Second year offers introductory courses in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, materials and biochemistry. In the third year, specialized biomechanical courses are offered, such as bio-fluids and biomaterials, along with mechanical engineering design courses and organic chemistry. Fourth year offers further specialization in biomechanics and biomechanical device design, as well as the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a major group design project relevant to the medical and health-care fields.

Future opportunities

As a graduate of this program, you could find employment in health-care establishments and medical facilities, working with medical equipment or medical devices. You could also be employed in industry in the development of health-care technologies.