Department of Biological Systems Engineering

Educational Objectives

The BSE program is designed to graduate biological systems engineers who will be leaders in applying engineering principles to biological systems.  The program has two focus areas: Land and Water Resources Engineering and Bioprocess Engineering.  The BSE program prepares graduates to accomplish the following objectives in their careers:

1. design and implement systems that mimic, adapt, or utilize biological processes to solve problems related to conservation and restoration of natural resources;
2. design and implement processes to utilize biological materials for sustainable production of value-added products;
3. promote stewardship of natural resources; and
4. contribute effectively as members of multidisciplinary groups that include scientists, engineers, and community members.