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Majors and Departments
Krieger School
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Bioengineering Options
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Bioengineering Options Johns Hopkins has always been at the forefront of innovative knowledge and new fields of study. In the engineering world, that means bioengineering. A number of majors and programs are exploring how engineering principles help solve problems in medicine and biology. Each program prepares students for careers in research, medicine, industry, and academia; all are ABET accredited. Bioengineering Biomaterials Engineering Biomaterials engineering is a challenging specialized program track within the materials science and engineering major; successful completion of the track is noted on the student's transcript. Biomaterials is a rapidly developing interdisciplinary field at the interface of materials science, engineering, biology, and medicine. Biomaterials engineers develop materials used in applications such as tissue engineering, drug and gene delivery, and medical implants and devices. Biomaterials engineering requires in-depth understanding of the properties of materials and their interactions with the physiological environment. Designed to provide a firm grounding in the physics, chemistry, and biology of biomaterials, the program also emphasizes breadth in general engineering, mathematics, humanities, and social sciences. Students are encouraged to gain hands-on experience in biomaterials research laboratories. The program seeks to educate students to reach the forefront of leadership in the field. Biomechanics Biomechanics is a concentration offered both within the mechanical engineering and engineering mechanics majors. The essence of mechanics is the interplay between forces and motion. In biology, mechanics is important at the macroscopic, cellular, and subcellular levels. At the macroscopic level, the biomechanics of soft and hard tissues plays important roles in computer-integrated surgical systems and technologies, such as medical robotics. At the cellular level, issues such as cell motility and chemotaxis can be modeled as mechanical phenomena. At the subcellular level, conformational transitions in biological macromolecules can be modeled using molecular dynamics simulation, statistical mechanics, or techniques that rely on principles from the mechanics of materials. In consultation with their adviser, students pursuing a biomechanics concentration choose technical electives that best match their interests. Biomedical Engineering The Johns Hopkins Biomedical Engineering department is recognized as a world leader in preparing students for careers in industry and business and for graduate education in engineering, medicine, and science. Biomedical engineering differs from other branches of engineering in that there is no particular subject matter or set of techniques that belong exclusively to this discipline. Rather, biomedical engineers integrate knowledge from the traditional engineering disciplines to solve problems in living systems. The curriculum challenges students to analyze problems from both an engineering and a biological perspective. Beginning in the freshman year, the department strives to empower students to explore and define their own frontiers in a context of ethical, professional conduct. PLEASE NOTE this important policy: Students wishing to enroll in the biomedical engineering (BME) major must indicate BME as their first-choice major on their application. Students are admitted specifically into the BME major, based on evaluation of credentials and space available. Students can be admitted to the university without acceptance to the BME major. No separate application is required. Notification of acceptance into the BME major is given at the time of decision notification. A limited number of transfer majors for matriculated students may be available through the Biomedical Engineering Department at the close of each academic year. Early Decision applicants who are admitted to Johns Hopkins but who are not admitted to the BME major at that time will be allowed to apply to and consider offers of admission from other institutions. The commitment to matriculate at Johns Hopkins if admitted is null and void in this circumstance. Other bioengineering options are not limited in their enrollment. Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering The chemical and biomolecular engineering major is dedicated to chemical, biological, and physical transformations starting at the molecular scale. Students find employment in industries such as chemicals, biotechnology, materials, energy, pharmaceuticals, biomedical, consumer products, and the environment. Graduates may embark on a career to produce the next biopharmaceutical blockbuster drug treating cancer or autoimmune disease, design more efficient fuel cells, design a new gene therapy or drug delivery device, create a material for organ therapy and tissue replacement, or create an engineered nanodevice for the electronics industry. Students are educated in the essential chemical and biomolecular engineering paradigms of transport, kinetics, and thermodynamics essential to solving complex engineering problems. Electives can be chosen from areas such as materials science, nanotechnology, and bioengineering. Students also have the opportunity to complete one of two possible concentrations. Students wishing to study nanomaterials, surface science, self-assembly, and applications of these subjects can pursue a concentration in interfaces and nanotechnology. Students wishing to study molecular and cellular events in biological systems and their applications can pursue a concentration in molecular and cellular bioengineering. Biotechnology Students interested in biotechnology areas such as robotic surgery, bio-informatics, natural language processing, image processing, or computer security might consider a major in computer engineering or computer science. Computer Engineering Airbag systems in automobiles, biomedical sensors that automatically administer medication, computer-controlled flight management systems in aircraft, speech recognition systems—these are just a few of the transformative technologies that involve computer engineering. Solutions to many of society's challenges require the development of intricate systems that integrate computers and electronics. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on laboratory experience to complement more theoretical courses. Courses include digital system design, integrated circuit design, computer architecture, microprocessors, design and analysis of algorithms, software engineering, and communications and networking. A combination five-year B.S./M.S.E. degree program is offered. Computer Science Computer science is a rapidly evolving field where nothing stays still for long; once the latest wave of technology is mastered, a new wave comes along. Today there is a growing need for more specialized computer scientists, ones who have a specialty along with their general background. Our degree program builds a balanced foundation in computer science but also allows you to become an expert in a focus area at the forefront of computing. Other students opt to pursue studies in the entrepreneurship and management program along with their B.S., giving them the background for earlier entry into managerial positions or to start their own enterprises. Whether you choose to pursue a B.S. or a B.A. in computer science, your options at Johns Hopkins are virtually limitless. Environmental Engineering The field of environmental engineering is dedicated to the study and amelioration of Earth's environmental problems. Such problems are complex and multifaceted, and successful solutions must operate within the constraints imposed by societal concerns. As a result, environmental engineering is a highly interdisciplinary endeavor. The B.S. program is intended to provide a strong foundation in the physical, chemical, and biological sciences, as well as in mathematics, engineering science, and engineering design. This broad and flexible training provides an ideal preparation for future employment in business or industry or for subsequent study at the graduate level, either in environmental engineering or in a field such as environmental law, public health, or medicine. |
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