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 204	Organic Chemistry I	4
BIO 324	Microbiology	4
BIO 434	Biochemistry I	4

Engineering Courses (3 hrs.)

CHE 303	Chemical Engineering Fluid Dynamics	3
	Or
BME 4603	Bio Fluid Mechanics	3

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

CHE 4073/BME 4303	Biochemical Engineering	3
	Or
BME 4303	Biochemical Engineering	3
CHE 4173	Bio-Separation Processes	3
BME 4503	Tissue Engineering	3

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

Departmental Approval Needed. Examples include

BME 4503	Tissue Engineering	3
CHE 4273	Pharmaceutical Processes	3
BIO 304	Plant Biology	4
BIO 314	Animal Biology	4
BIO 233	Cell Biology	3
BIO 374	Forensic Biology	4
BIO 384	Human Anatomy & Physiology I	4
	Or
BIO 444/CH 444	Biochemistry II	4

Total Credit Hours: 24-25