Degree Requirements

Program Distribution Requirements for the Biomedical Engineering Major

The normal period of residency at WPI is 16 terms. In addition to the WPI requirements applicable to all students, a biomedical engineer needs a solid background in mathematics, physical and life sciences. The distribution requirements are satisfied as follows:

Biomedical Engineering	Minimum Units
1. Mathematics (See Note 1)	2
2. Basic Science (See Note 2)	2
3. Supplemental Science (See Note 3)	2/3
4. Laboratory experience with living systems (See Note 4)	1/3
5. Biomedical Engineering and Engineering (See Note 5)	4 1/3
6. MQP (See Note 6)	1

Notes:

1. Mathematics must include differential and integral calculus, differential equations and statistics.
2. Two courses from each of the following areas: BB, CH and PH.
3. Two courses from BB, CH or PH.
4. Experimental Physiology (e.g., BME 3111) or equivalent.
5. Thirteen courses from Biomedical Engineering (BME) or Engineering (CE, CHE, ECE, ES, ME, or RBE) as specified in the WPI Catalog "Courses Qualifying for Engineering Department Areas" with the following distribution: (1) seven courses from Biomedical Engineering or Engineering, one of which must be an engineering design course; (2) four courses from Biomedical Engineering or Engineering at the 3000-level or above; (3) two courses in Biomedical Engineering at the 4000-level or above. A minimum of eight of the thirteen courses must be from Biomedical Engineering.
6. Must include 1/3 unit Capstone Design Experience.