Biomedical engineering

[stevesingh]

What is biomedical engineering ? I have read about this field that this career is a promising line but I don't have any knowledge about biomedical engineering . If you know about the salary , then please mention that also .

[collegebum1989]

Biomedical engineering is the application of classic engineering principles toward medicine. Biomedical engineering is actually a very diverse field which aims to find solutions for clinical diseases and combines other disciples such as mechanical and electrical engineering with basic sciences such as chemistry and biology. Because it is so interdisciplinary, it allows you to develop a broad scope of knowledge about medicine with a unique engineering perspective.

The only problem is that the field is new, and therefore employers are often confused on how to place biomedical engineers in their companies since an undergraduate education in BME is too broad. Nevertheless, a graduate degree in BME is often required for great job placement. The salary is similar to other engineering disciplines with a starting salary around $55-65k for someone with a bachelors. But this is also dependent on your experience, undergrad school, etc.

But the good news is that the demand for BME is expected to increase by 72% in the upcoming years as predicted by the Bureau of Labor, which is more than any other engineering discipline. But also understand that this is also because there is less BMEs then there are EEs or MEs, so the demand increase isn't related to the relative merit of the field, but because it is the perfect time to study BME!

Edited September 1, 2011 by collegebum1989

[sikander]

Biomedical engineering is a promising field with large scope in coming years . Most journals and websites rate it among the best careers-list .

In this engineering , you might have to do M.S or phd as well to increase you employability chances . And then you will be employed in hospitals , clinics, laboratories , universities or by private companies for research work . The salary is also good and it increases with experience and expertise .

[tcummings1588]

I am looking into biomedical engineering as well but i cant find out a lot of information about it as far as what schools are good to attend good programs or really any specifics. I am having zero luck even on the internet. Anybody that can point me in the direction of a good starting point would be greatly appreciated