Overview
The minor in biomedical engineering is open to all University of Miami students. It was designed specifically for students from STEM majors who are interested in learning how the field of biomedical engineering integrates principles of engineering and biological sciences to solve problems at the interface of engineering and medicine and to guide the development of new medical devices and regenerative therapies.
Curriculum Requirements
A minor in Biomedical Engineering requires 15 credit hours passed with a grade of C or higher. Students are required to complete nine credits of core courses, plus an additional 6 credits of elective courses. Students must satisfy the prerequisites for all courses. Students can count no more than 6 credits taken outside the BME Department towards the minor.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| BME 112 | Introduction to Biomedical Engineering | 2 |
| BME 221 | Biomedical Design I | 1 |
| BME 222 | Biomedical Project I | 2 |
| BME 267 | Medical Systems Physiology with Lab (Medical Systems Physiology with Lab (NEW COURSE)) | 4 |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Biomedical Design II | ||
| Biomedical Project II | ||
| Biomaterials | ||
| Living Systems Engineering | ||
| Medical Instrumentation I | ||
| Medical Instrumentation II | ||
| Applied Biotransport | ||
| Biomedical Signal Analysis | ||
| Fundamentals of Biomechanics | ||
Any 500-level BME course | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
