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Bioprocess Engineering Minor (24-25 hrs.)

Allen School of Engineering and Computing - Chemical Engineering Department

There is increased focus on optimizing the ability of biological organisms to produce industrially relevant products. Biological engineering techniques are utilized in the production of biofuels, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food processing, and consumer products. This increased focus from an industrial standpoint has resulted in increased demand for prospective employees that have a strong background in both engineering and life sciences. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation to pursue a career in these industries.

Requirements

Science Courses (12 hrs.)

CH 204Organic Chemistry I

4
BIO 324Microbiology

4
BIO 434Biochemistry I

4
Total Credit Hours:12

Engineering Courses (3 hrs.)

CHE 303Chemical Engineering Fluid Dynamics

3
Or
BME 4603Bio fluid Mechanics

3
Total Credit Hours:3

Choose two of the following 3-Credit Courses (6 hrs.)

CHE 4073Biochemical Engineering

3
Or
BME 4303Biochemical Engineering

3
 
CHE 4173Bio-Separation Processes

3
BME 4503Tissue Engineering

3
Total Credit Hours:6

Advanced Bio-Elective Courses (3-4 hrs.)

Departmental Approval Needed. Examples include

BME 4503Tissue Engineering

3
CHE 4273Pharmaceutical Processes

3
BIO 304Plant Biology

4
BIO 314Animal Biology

4
BIO 343Cell Biology

3
BIO 374Forensic Biology

4
 
BIO 384Human Anatomy & Physiology I

4
Or
BIO 444Biochemistry II

4
Total Credit Hours:3-4

Total Credit Hours: 24-25