Biomedical Engineering program

Why study biomedical engineering at Harding?

Baja Club

The Harding University Baja Club designs and builds an off-road vehicle to compete in a student design competition. The club seeks to

promote Christ within a professional and encouraging atmosphere.
provide opportunity for engineering growth and application.
build team work, problem solving, communication and management skills.
promote Harding’s engineering program to businesses, alumni and prospective students.

Biomedical Engineering Society

The Biomedical Engineering Society is the professional society for biomedical engineering and bioengineering. The Harding University student chapter of BMES was chartered in 2013 and its purpose is to give glory to our creator, advance biomedical engineering and life science technology at Harding, and embrace the overall mission of BMES.

Christian Perspective

The mission of the department of engineering and physics is to prepare Christian professionals to assume leadership roles in their fields, to improve the quality of life for individuals and society, and to contribute to an enhanced understanding of God's creation.

More information

The Bachelor of Science program in biomedical engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Bioengineering, Biomedical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Human-centered design
Mechanical engineering
Physics

The Harding student section of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is the professional society for electrical and computer engineering students. The section seeks to advance electrical and computer engineering at Harding through different activities, tours and the inviting of guest speakers to the campus, while promoting a Christian worldview.

The goal of the Harding University student chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers is to

advance and disseminate the knowledge of mechanical engineering.
provide an initial means of contact with the professional industrial world by means of tours, guest speakers, participating in related industry events and involvement in ASME events.
prepare students for standardized professional testing.
promote development of an ethical and community conscientious student and future engineer with a Christian worldview.

The student sections of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Institute of Steel Construction are professional societies for civil engineering and construction science majors. This dual section seeks to advance civil engineering and construction science students in the areas of construction, environmental, transportation, geotechnical and structural fields. The student section promotes professional development and service to the community.

What can you do with a degree in biomedical engineering?

Biomedical instrument designer

Biomedical instrument design involves developing and creating specialized equipment and devices used in healthcare settings to diagnose, monitor and treat medical conditions. Biomedical instrument designers collaborate with health care professionals, engineers and researchers to design innovative solutions that improve patient care, enhance medical research capabilities and contribute to advancements in medical technology.

Orthopedic prosthesis designer

As an orthopedic designer, you'll develope and design medical devices and implants specifically for orthopedic applications. Collaborating with surgeons, engineers and researchers, you'll innovate, prototype and refine orthopedic solutions that improve patient mobility, comfort and quality of life.

Physician

With a degree in biomedical engineering, you will be prepared for for medical school with interdisciplinary knowledge in engineering and biology, enhanced problem-solving skills, laboratory experience, and understanding of medical devices and technology. Rresearch opportunities will equip you to excel in medical studies and contribute to health care advancements.