M.Eng. in Bioengineering

The ME in Bioengineering degree is intended to provide advanced training and practical skills to students seeking to apply engineering principles to solve a wide range of problems, including challenges in bioprocessing, human health, energy, and the environment.

General Requirements

  • 30 credits total
  • At least 21 of the total credits required for degree must be at 5xx level
  • 3xx level courses are not allowed
  • 4xx level courses may be used
  • Courses with grades below C- cannot be used to satisfy graduation requirements
  • Three credits (min.) registration required during term of graduation
  • Max of 6 credits of individual problems courses (592)

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Integrated knowledge of the sciences and engineering fundamentals.
  • Proficient in the use of modern techniques, tools, procedures, and information sources which are useful in the solution of problems in chemical engineering.
  • Apply their scientific knowledge and engineering tools and techniques to design solutions that address problems relevant to human health, chemical processing, energy, environment, or other emerging areas.
  • Breadth and depth of knowledge, and a commitment to continued learning, necessary to understand the economic, social, and ethical aspects of their work, and to effectively communicate the results of their work to a diverse audience.

Course Requirements

The following courses are required for each ME student:
ECHM 594Seminar (can be taken twice)1
ECHM 533Transport Phenomena3
Plus, a course in each of the following areas:
Reaction Engineering
EBIO 566Fundamentals of Biofilm Engr3
or ECHM 510 Reaction Engineering/Modeling
Advanced Mathematics
EGEN 505Advanced Engineering Analysis3
or EGEN 506 Numerical Sol to Engr Problems
Course in Environmental Engineering Processes
EENV 562Water Treatment Process/Design3
or EENV 563 Wastewater Treat Proc/Design