B.S. in Biological Engineering   The goals of this program are to provide a fundamental understanding of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and engineering and to apply this understanding to design devices and processes related to biosystems. Graduates have an excellent understanding of the complementary aspects of biology and engineering and work as professionals capable of implementing new ideas and technologies in complex biologically based industries. This degree program allows students to choose from three engineering areas of emphasis: biomedical, biochemical and environmental. The program meets critically important needs for engineering systems in the rapidly advancing field of biotechnology. Recent discoveries in biological sciences are providing new ways to beneficially manipulate biological systems ranging from individual cells to entire ecosystems. Engineers with expertise in biological systems 1) are involved in the development, design and manufacture of products for the medical healthcare industry, 2) understand and use techniques to modify and control biological systems needed in the chemical and biochemical industries including food production, pharmaceuticals and environmental protection and 3) design processes and products that prevent pollution formation or remediate polluted environments. This four-year professional engineering program provides the student with a balance of basic sciences, humanities, social sciences, engineering sciences, biological sciences, and courses in engineering design and analysis. All students complete biological science courses in biology, organic chemistry, microbiology, and biochemistry with an option to select additional courses in genetics, cell biology, zoology, or botany. Engineering science courses required are statics, fluid mechanics, strength of materials, electrical circuits, heat transfer, and thermodynamics. For information on UGA's department of biological and agricultural engineering please vist here   >Biological Engineering curriculum (pdf)