Technology Section 9 Career Exploration Biomedical Engineers

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Technology

Section 9 Career Exploration

Biomedical Engineers

Background:

Biomedical engineers use their combined knowledge of and skills in engineering, biology, and

medicine to address health and medical issues. They work alongside other health care professionals in

a wide variety of situations: designing instruments, developing procedures, and conducting research.

Biomedical engineers are the creators of devices such as artificial hearts, ultrasound machines, and

lasers for eye surgery. Most biomedical engineers have specialized training and advanced degrees.

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Activity Questions:

1. Write a short paragraph describing the nature of this work.

2. What schooling and training are necessary for a career as a biomedical engineer?

3. What skills and talents would be necessary for success in this job?

4. What courses might be taken now to prepare for a career as a biomedical engineer?

5. What is the job outlook for biomedical engineering?

6. Is this a career that interests you? Why or why not?

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7. There are many specialized fields of work within the biomedical engineering field. Which of

these specialties do you think would be most interesting? Specialties include bioinstrumentation,

biomechanics, biomaterials, medical imaging, clinical engineering, orthopedic bioengineering, genetic

engineering, and rehabilitation engineering.

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