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Note: This page provides a general overview. For complete and accurate information, please consult the M.Eng. Student Services Coordinator. For current course offerings and information, refer to the Cornell University Registrar: Courses of Study.
Degree Requirements
A total of 30 credits are required for graduating with the M.Eng. degree and typical students with a B.S. in an engineering discipline require two semesters to complete the program.
Required Courses
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BME 5010
Professional Engagement Seminars (fall and spring – 1+1 credits)
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BME 5010
BME M.Eng. Professional Engagement Seminar (2 credits)
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Electives
Students must complete 7 additional credits from 5000-level or higher courses that enhance their business, process management, and non-technical skills, preparing them for leadership roles in biomedical engineering. Course selection should align with the student’s background, career goals, and academic advisor’s guidance, ensuring a well-rounded professional foundation.
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STEM Requirement
Students must complete 12 credits of STEM coursework at the 5000 level or higher within the College of Engineering to enhance their technical expertise. These courses should:
- Deepen knowledge in the student’s chosen industry or area of interest.
- Broaden their understanding across multiple STEM disciplines.
- Provide essential engineering tools and skills for problem-solving and innovation.
Course selection must be approved by the academic advisor to ensure alignment with the student’s background, career goals, and professional development objectives.
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Required for Team Projects
BME 5911 – MedTech Design Project I (2 credits)
BME 5921 – MedTech Design Project II (4 credits) -
Required for Individual Projects
BME 5910 – Research Project I (2 or 3 credits)
BME 5920 – Research Project II (3 or 4 credits)
Preceptorship
The M.Eng. preceptorship offers select Biomedical Engineering M.Eng. students firsthand exposure to clinical environments at Guthrie Hospital in Sayre, PA. This intensive experience includes clinician engagements, pre-hospital orientation, and weekly interactions throughout fall and spring semesters. It aims to familiarize students with healthcare practices and foster a short-term mentor-student relationship for tailored learning in clinical settings.
Students in BME 5100 utilize this approach to observe clinical routines, identify potential needs, and propose solutions through engineering principles. The instructor guides students on hospital protocols, professional conduct, and patient interactions, while managing student-preceptor teams. Faculty oversee student progress, assisting with assignments and reviewing experiences.
Preceptors provide deep insights into anatomy, physiology, and pathology specific to their specialty, allowing students to participate, observe, and complete weekly assignments. The institution values student-generated ideas and feedback, culminating in final reports and on-site poster presentations. Promising ideas may progress to sponsored design projects, reflecting the program’s integration of engineering expertise with healthcare challenges.