Major:
Biological/Biosystems Engineering Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and management of biological systems; and includes applications to biology, biochemistry, ecology, and microbiology. Includes instruction in organic chemistry; microbiology; biochemistry; chemical, biological, biochemical, and process engineering; thermodynamics; process control; kinetics and reactor design; electric circuits; biosystem modeling; and bioelectronics and instrumentation.

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Salary Info:


MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE: $125,900
MEDIAN HOURLY WAGE: $60.53*

TOTAL EMPLOYEED NATIONALLY: 174,720

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Biological/Biosystems Engineering?

•Architectural and Engineering Managers

•Biomedical Engineers

•Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

•Engineers, All Other

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