BE Biomedical Engineering

The Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Biomedical Engineering at Salim Habib University is a comprehensive four-year degree program designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the rapidly evolving fields of biomedical technology, healthcare innovation, and medical device development.

The program is meticulously crafted to meet the demands of both academic and industrial careers, ensuring that students graduate with a strong foundation in the principles of biomedical engineering and are well-prepared to:

• Innovate in the development and improvement of medical devices and technologies.
• Apply engineering principles to solve complex healthcare challenges.
• Integrate biological sciences with engineering techniques to improve patient care.
• Engage in cutting-edge research and development within the biomedical industry.
• Collaborate effectively with professionals across multidisciplinary teams in healthcare and engineering settings.

This program not only prepares students for immediate entry into the workforce but also provides a solid foundation for further studies and research in biomedical engineering and related fields.

Interdisciplinary Expertise: Integration of knowledge from engineering, biology, and medicine to develop innovative solutions for real-world medical challenges.

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Industry-Integrated Learning: Experiential learning through hands-on projects in collaboration with medical professionals, researchers, and industry experts, with opportunities for mentorship and networking.

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High-Tech Careers: Develop marketable and entrepreneurial skills for exciting career opportunities and innovative solutions in a rapidly growing field, improving human health and quality of life.

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Eligibility requirements

• 60% marks in HSSC (Pre-Engineering or Pre-Medical)/ A-levels, relevant B. Sc., DAE, B. Tech (Hons.) / B. Sc. Engineering Technology or equivalent qualification
• Qualify the Aptitude Test and Interview
• Eligibility Criteria as per PEC Policy

Program Mission

The mission of the Program is to provide students with an optimal learning environment and multidisciplinary education. The Program utilizes curricula, training and research opportunities to contribute in academia, research centers, healthcare industry and society with their profound analytical and design capabilities.

History of Interaction between DBME and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Biomedical Engineering was launched after a successful PEC Zero Visit (ref: PEC/AD/SHU-K-BIO-MEDICAL/Zero/2017), dated August 4, 2017, granting permission to launch the program. In 2017, student induction began, followed by a successful interim visit (ref: PEC/EAD/SHU-K/BIOMED/RL-2019), dated July 16, 2019. Eventually, the Biomedical Engineering program at SHU was accredited after a successful accreditation visit (ref: PEC/EAD/SHU-K/DL-105/2022), dated February 1, 2022, by the Pakistan Engineering Council.

Transformation into Outcome Based Education (OBE) System

Department of Biomedical Engineering has implemented outcome based education (OBE) system as per PEC requirement with well-defined Program Education Objectives (PEOs) and Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs).

Program Education Objectives (PEOs):

PEOs are designed in accordance with the vision and mission of the department exhibiting the accomplishments that the graduates are expected to accomplish. It serves an important function in designing the curriculum, PLOs and subsequently

• The program enables Biomedical engineering graduates with the ability to apply integrated knowledge of mathematics, biosciences, information technology, engineering and management to identify and solve complex engineering problems and generate novel concepts for the professional and technological development in the health care industry.
• To enable BME graduates to effectively work in multidisciplinary team environments; communicating with a variety of audience, making decisions that are socially and ethically responsible for exhibiting their interpersonal, management and leadership skills.
• Biomedical engineering graduates who will build and expand upon their undergraduate foundations of knowledge and ethical values by engaging in life-long and continuous learning opportunities for advance career and professional training.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):

In B. E. BME program, twelve (12) PLOs have been adopted from the graduate attributes for engineers defined in the PEC OBA manual, 2019. The following are the twelve PLOs adapted for the program:

• Engineering Knowledge An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
• Problem Analysis An ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
• Design/Development of Solutions An ability to solve complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
• Investigation An ability to investigate complex engineering problems in a methodical way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments, analyzing and interpreting experimental data, and synthesizing information to derive valid conclusions.
• Modern Tool Usage An ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
• The Engineer and Society An ability to apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practices and solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Environment and Sustainability An ability to understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
• Ethics Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practices.
• Individual and Team Work An ability to work effectively, as an individual or as a team, on multifaceted and /or multidisciplinary settings.
• Communication An ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing, on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
• Project Management An ability to demonstrate management skills and apply engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or team leader, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Lifelong Learning An ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.

Consistency of Vision and Mission of DBME with Vision and Mission of SHU

Mapping of PEOs with DBME Vision and Mission Statements

Mapping of PLOs and PEOs

The twelve PLOs, defined for the Biomedical Engineering Program, are mapped to the three PEOs. Mapping of the PLOs to PEOs.

Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Curriculum Design

The curriculum is designed to provide knowledge, analytical and leadership abilities, critical thinking and ethical values to cope with technological challenges. Complex Engineering Problems (CEPs), Problem Based Learning (PBL) and Open Ended Labs (OELs) are also included in relevant courses to equip the students for lifelong learning as guided by OBE. The management courses provide students an insight of entrepreneurship and management skills.

Scheme Of Studies

For 2024 batch and onwards

• * Basic Mathematics for pre-medical students and Biology for pre-engineering students.
• **Non-credit for intermediate computer science students (from batch spring 2024 – onwards)
• ***Non-credit from batches spring 2022- onwards
• ****Elective courses to be offered are subject to the availability of resources.

NB: This curriculum plan conforms to the NCRC 2017 guidelines of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC). Please refer to SHU website for latest information.

List of Electives

For batches till 2023

• * Basic Mathematics for pre-medical students and Biology for pre-engineering students.
• **Non-credit
• ***Elective courses are selected from the suggestions of IAB, followed by the approval of statutory bodies.
• ****Final year project marks calculated in 8th semester

Internship Opportunities

• Healthcare centers
• Research laboratories
• Medical device industry
• Pharmaceutical industry

Career Prospects

Graduates will find opportunities in:

• Biomedical departments in hospitals
• Academics and higher education
• Medical device manufacturers’ representatives
• Government regulatory institutions
• R&D organizations involved in analyzing, modeling and designing medical devices, systems, components or processes

Activities

Seminars/Webinars/Workshops

DBME plan, organize and put into effect various seminar/webinar/events in order to enlighten and enhance students learning in the field through interaction with professionals.

Industrial Visits/trainings/collaborations

DBME arranges various industrial visits for students to bridge the gap between academia and industry providing an opportunity for active/interactive learning experiences in class and outside the classroom environment. This enhances interpersonal and communication skills of the students.