The curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) program is designed to provide a strong foundation in: 1) general education, 2) mathematics and basic sciences, and 3) fundamental engineering subjects, together with: 4) the flexibility to develop specializations different from our B.S.E.C.E. and B.S.M.E. degree programs. This can be achieved by the student's selection of the Biomedical option or one of the several tracks in the Flexible option of the B.S.E. program, described more fully below.
Engineering (B.S.E.) Options
To the general B.S.E. foundation noted above, the Biomedical option adds additional courses in the biomedical sciences and biomedical engineering subjects that provide the student an opportunity to develop a strong background for engineering careers related to the field of biomedical engineering.
Or, on this same general B.S.E. foundation, the Flexible option provides the opportunity for the student to develop a Statement of Purpose that defines his or her own career goals and desired specialization. Then, subject to some specified curricular distribution requirements, the student selects one of several prescribed sets of engineering specialization courses, some additional engineering electives, and several courses (within engineering or another curricular field such as business, pre-law, science, etc.) that supports the student's Statement of Purpose. With approval, this plan then becomes the degree plan for the student.
Additional details of the B.S.E. program and curricula are presented in the 2009-10 Baylor University undergraduate catalog. Catalog pages 219-224 give additional information about the B.S.E. program and its degree requirements. Specific curricular plans for both the Biomedical Option and the Flexible Option, including honors tracks, appear on pages 231-237.
BSE Program Educational Objectives
The objectives of the program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) degree, delivered in an educational environment shaped by Christian ideals, are that:
- graduates have the fundamental technical skills and knowledge required for success in the engineering profession, or in graduate or professional study.
- graduates have the knowledge and skills necessary for success in a professional environment, including clarity in communication, ability to work on a team, an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and recognition of the need for lifelong learning.
- graduates successfully pursue a broad range of career paths.
BSE Expected Graduate Outcomes
In support of the program objectives, graduates of the program must demonstrate that they have:
- an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
- an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
- an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
- an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
- an ability to communicate effectively
- the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
- a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
- a knowledge of contemporary issues
- an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
