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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Biomedical Engineering? Biomedical engineering is the discipline of applying the quantitative and computational methods of engineering to problems in medicine and biology. It is currently the most rapidly growing field of engineering all over the world. Almost every major engineering institution in the U.S., Europe, Australia, etc., has a program in biomedical engineering. Many excellent programs also exist in developing countries such as India and Egypt.
What is the mission of the Biomedical Engineering Department at NED? The mission of the Biomedical Engineering Department at NED is: . To train biomedical engineers with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful careers as productive professionals, both in Pakistan and at the international level. . To stimulate innovative, world-class research by engineers, medical professionals and biologists, leading to improvements in the quality of life and health-care for all. . To provide hospitals, research institutions and industry with well-trained, competent and effective professionals in all areas involving the application of technology to the medical and biological sciences. . To establish productive long-term relationships with other educational and research institutions in order to foster a culture of interdisciplinary learning, interaction, collaboration, and research
What degrees does the Biomedical Engineering Department at NED offer? The Biomedical Engineering Department at NED offers two degrees: a) B.E. in Medical Engineering. Both require 5 years for completion.
What is the difference between the Medical Engineering and Bioengineering programs? The Medical Engineering programme will train students primarily for clinical applications pertaining directly to the diagnosis of diseases, treatment, rehabilitation and general medical care. It is motivated by the need to provide highly-trained, productive engineers for hospitals, research institutions and the biomedical industry. These engineers will not only be able to understand, maintain and use existing technology, but will also have the creative skills to develop innovative methods for addressing complex clinical problems in practical settings. Graduates of the Medical Engineering programme will also be well-placed to pursue careers in corporate research and to seek postgraduate training anywhere in the world. The Bioengineering programme will focus on the application of quantitative methods to the understanding of the human body at all levels. The programme aims to train engineers who can work on research problems in all areas of biomedical engineering, applying cutting-edge technologies to both clinical and scientific problems. Graduates of the Bioengineering programme will be fully equipped for postgraduate training and fundamental research in biomedical engineering at the highest international standards.
What are some of the application areas covered by Bio/Medical Engineering? The Medical Engineering program has the following focus areas: .
Instrumentation. Thus, Medical Engineering will include: design, manufacture, maintenance and use of instruments, prostheses, implants, etc.; design, implementation and use of diagnostic software; use of biomaterials for implanted devices; rehabilitation engineering, and other clinically oriented areas. The Bioengineering program has the following focus areas: . Biomedical
Signals and Systems. Thus, Bioengineering includes : computational and mathematical modeling of biological systems (e.g., joints, heart, etc.); development of algorithms for analyzing biological signals (e.g., ECG, EEG, etc.), systems (e.g., brain) and processes (e.g., blood flow, respiration); biomechanics (e.g., analysis of posture, movement, gait, etc.); bioinformatics (analysis of genes and proteins); applications of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanotechnology (e.g., biosensors); development of signal processing and control algorithms for artificial limbs and other implants; molecular engineering (e.g., drug design), etc.
What future prospects will I have after getting a degree in Medical Engineering or Bioengineering? Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering Department may have many choices for career growth, including: . Working as
biomedical engineers in the private sector.
Who are the primary employers for biomedical engineers? Well-trained biomedical engineers have skills that are invaluable to many potential employers, including . Hospitals.. Some of these sectors (e.g., hospitals, research institutes, pharmaceutical industry) are already well-established in Pakistan, while others are emerging rapidly. The availability of qualified biomedical engineers will play a crucial role in fostering the growth of critical industries such as biotechnology and public health services.
Why do the Bio/Medical Engineering programs take 5 years instead of 4? Biomedical engineering in a complex discipline requiring deep and diverse knowledge in several areas of engineering, biology and medicine. Five years are needed in order to ensure that all these areas are covered adequately, and that graduates from the Biomedical Engineering Department are well prepared for all prospective careers How many students will be admitted to Biomedical Engineering each year? At present, 32 students in each category will be admitted giving a total of 64.
Can I get admission in Biomedical Engineering even if I have a pre-medical F. Sc.? Yes, 08 of the 32 seats in each program are reserved for applicants with pre-medical background.
No, if your F. Sc. is pre-medical, you will be tested on biology instead of mathematics. The other parts of the test will be the same as for other applicants.
My F. Sc. is pre-medical. How much mathematics will I need to learn and how will I learn it? Over the course of the programme, you will need to learn as much mathematics as in other engineering programs. In order to make up for lack of F. Sc. mathematics, all students with pre-medical background will take a class covering pre-engineering F. Sc. mathematics during your first year of Biomedical Engineering. At the end of that first year, your mathematical background will match that of the pre-engineering students in the programme, and you will be prepared for the subsequent mathematics courses that all students will take. My F. Sc. is pre-engineering. How much biology will I have to learn and how will I learn it? It is impossible to be a good engineer without complete familiarity with the system to which the engineering is being applied. Thus, biomedical engineers need a thorough understanding of the human body at all levels. Most of the first year and significant portions of subsequent years are devoted to courses in biology. To make up for lack of F. Sc. biology, an introductory course covering F. Sc. material will be taught during the first year to all students with pre-engineering background. However, all students will also take classes in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry during their first year. Thus, you should be prepared to put considerable effort into learning biology. Indeed, you should only apply to Biomedical Engineering if you have significant interest in biological systems.
Yes, the curriculum established for Biomedical Engineering at NED is of international standards, and graduates from the Department will be able to compete with their peers from other countries for admission to foreign universities and for employment in the global market.
It is possible to start small research projects under the guidance of faculty in the Biomedical Engineering Department. However, within a few years, the Department plans to establish an Institute for Biomedical Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship with the following goals: . To provide NED faculty and affiliated researchers an opportunity to explore the applications potential of their research ideas. . To bring together individuals from academia, industry and the medical profession in a systematic way in order to create fruitful research collaborations. . To serve as a pivotal seed/leadership institution for the establishment of an expanding biomedical industry in Pakistan. Graduates of
the Department will be able to pursue research within this Institute
as research assistants or graduate students. . Hospitals.
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Bio-Medical Engineering Department
NED University of Engineering &
Technology, Karachi, Pakistan.
http://www.neduet.edu.pk/Bio-Medical/