Apr 05, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

Biological Systems Engineering BS: Fiber and Biopolymer Engineering Concentration


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About the Biological Systems Engineering BS


The program will advance the use of computational tools and simulation techniques through the core engineering curriculum, as well as the use of computer-based control in bioinstrumentation laboratory experimentation and bioprocess control.

Program Educational Objectives.

The undergraduate program educational objectives embody the expected accomplishments of graduates during their first few years following graduation. The program educational objectives for graduates of the Biological Systems Engineering BS program are as follows:

  1. Become professionals and advance to leadership roles in their chosen career paths
  2. Engage in professional development through continuing education or graduate studies
  3. Contribute to the socioeconomic development of the nation and the world through ethical practice in professions related to biological systems engineering

Communication Literacy Requirement: Communication literacy courses include CHE 2306 , BIOE 3202 , BSE 4201 , and BSE 4202 .

About the Fiber and Biopolymer Engineering Concentration


The concentration in Fiber and Biopolymer Engineering requires a minimum of 12 credit hours in Plant and Soil Science. The required courses are: PSS 4341, PSS 4342, PSS 4343, PSS 4344. The concentration is one of 5 options required for the Biological Systems Engineering BS, but the concentration is open to all engineering majors.

Recommended Foundational Curriculum for Engineering All Majors


Recommended Curriculum for Biological Systems Engineering BS: Fiber and Biopolymer Engineering Concentration


Second Year


Third Year


Fall


Total: 16

Spring


Total: 15

Fourth Year


Fall


Total: 16

Spring


Total: 14

Total Hours: 128


* Choose from University core curriculum requirements 

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