About Biomedical Engineering Technology
Why Biomedical Engineering Technology* (BMET)?
As the healthcare field continues its rapid growth and the role of technology in diagnostic, therapeutic and research activities continues to expand, skilled biomedical engineers will be in demand. In fact, the biomedical engineering career field is increasing at about 26% per year through 2012 according to the U.S. Department of Labor. That's double the rate for all other jobs combined!
Combining traditional engineering expertise with an understanding of biological processes, biomedical engineering technology degree holders work with physicians, therapists and other technicians in the design, construction, implementation and maintenance of sophisticated healthcare equipment and lifesaving devices.
When you earn your bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology from DeVry - in just 3 years! - you'll be prepared to analyze and solve biological and medical technology problems to enhance today's healthcare.
Why DeVry for Biomedical Engineering Technology?
For students seeking the most comprehensive, hands-on and career-oriented biomedical engineering technology degree program, DeVry will give you the best advantage. Here's why:
- Recognized leader. A leading provider of electronics and technology education for over 75 years, DeVry combines biomedical and engineering expertise to prepare you for high-demand, high-paying careers in the field.
- Employer approved. DeVry works with technology and healthcare industry leaders to design programs that produce graduates who meet their needs. Plus, our Biomedical Engineering Technology degree holders have more of the communications and teamwork skills that are critical to working in a healthcare environment.
- Career-focused education. DeVry offers an accelerated bachelor's degree program that can be completed in 3 years, learn-by-doing methodology on industry standard equipment and software, accessible faculty with professional credentials and field experience. Program-specific grants are available at some locations.
- Latest techniques and tools. DeVry students develop their advanced electronics and engineering skills using the tools and techniques currently used in the industry, including artificial intelligence and sophisticated computer-based systems.
- Successful graduates. For the year ending with the February '08 graduates, 91% of U.S. DeVry Biomedical Engineering Technology graduates were employed in their field and enjoying an average salary of $45,317. (Of graduates who actively pursued and obtained employment and those who were already employed in education-related careers within 180 days of graduation.)
