Biomedical Engineering

To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:

• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Minimum lower-division preparation (Grade of C or better required)

Major preparation courses:

• Math 122 - Calculus I
• Math 123 - Calculus II
• Physics 151 - Mechanics and Heat
• Chemistry 111A - General Chemistry

Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:

• Written Communication
• Oral Communication

Additional recommended preparation for transfer students (Grade of C or better required):

• Math 224 - Calculus III
• Chemistry 111B - General Chemistry (Second semester)

Undergraduate Advisor: Dr. Shadnaz Asgari

Read more about the B.S. in Biomedical Engineering

Consistent with both the missions of California State University, Long Beach and the College of Engineering, the mission of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at CSULB is to serve the university, and the broader academic and non-academic communities through education, research, and scholarly activities in a diverse, student-centered environment.  

Consistent with both the missions of California State University, Long Beach and the College of Engineering, the mission of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at CSULB is to serve the university, and the broader academic and non-academic communities through education, research, and scholarly activities in a diverse, student-centered environment.  

Program Educational Objectives

The Biomedical Engineering Program objectives are to produce graduates that:

1. are highly skilled biomedical engineers who serve in healthcare institutions, academia, and industry at regional, state, national and international levels. 
2. recognize the necessity of open and inclusive learning environment that promotes intellectual growth and lifelong learning, including entering and succeeding in advanced degree programs in STEM fields. 
3. foster personal and professional success with commitment to ethical and social responsibility, both as individuals and in team environments through effective communication. 
4. are practicing professionals who employ their fundamental and broad knowledge in BME and technical skills to determine innovative and practical solutions to meet the societal challenges of today and tomorrow.  

Student Learning Outcomes

The Biomedical Engineering student learning outcomes “1-7” are consistent with those suggested by ABET.

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

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