I'm in school for biomedical engineering, can you give a future forecast of that career?
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Unfortunately, the future of biomedical engineering is bleak. It's almost impossible to break into the field now. As soon as a position becomes available, another clone is released and another future biomed engineer is frustrated.
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I'm a bioengineering major at UCSD. It's a pretty challenging major at my school, where they kick you out of the major if you can't maintain a 3.0 GPA. Though it really depends on how hard you work. Your high school education will also determine how well you do. I've seen validictorians from poorer-performing high schools get C averages and B-average students from higher-performing high schools get A averages in college.\n\nThe bioengineering curriculum at my college is heavily focused on the engineering and physics aspects. The lower-division classes are general chemistry, biology, and physics while the upper-division classes are almost all engineering. Engineering, in my opinion, is a pain in the butt. I used to like math until I took math courses here. On the other hand, all the literature and philosophy courses I hated in high school are absolutely amazing here.\n\nIf you're in bioengineering, you'll probably continue studying in graduate school for a BS/MS degree, or go directly into industry.\n\nIt really depends on what you want to do. I can't tell you much unless I get more info. You should contact some of the undergrad bioengineers at your school. Learn to use The Facebook. It's very helpful for finding students and friends in college.
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i think this one is good\n\nhttp://www.ncrr.nih.gov/biomedical_tech.asp
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Check out biomedical engineering if you get a chance... that is really the hottest engineering discipline right now...\n\nBUT, I would choose electrical engineering since you can do SO MUCH with that degree: Power engineering, RF/microwave, computers, software, circuits, system engineering, nano-engineering.... \n\nI also know of some electrical engineers who work as mechanical engineers... so in any event you are never really stuck... \n\nAlso, know that electrical engineering is the closest engineering discipline to pure physics... \n\nBUT choose mechanical engineering if mechanical doo-hickeys fascinate you... you are good with your hands... you like math.... you are comfortable using CAD tools on the computer.... you feel comfortable in a machine shop.... \n\nIn terms of the JOB MARKET.... as long as you get good grades in college you will get a job... TRUST ME. Good engineers are a rarity... ALSO, if you learn a foreign language like Chinese or Korean than the job recruiters will be knocking your door down.
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i am bioengineer\n\nbut what you want to know - coz bioengineering itslef is not one subject\n\nbetter to be clear in your question
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i'll tell you the answer in the next couple of years
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Study hard for it and hopefully you ill!!! I cant predict future .. but you earn what you invest in. Study and the return will be delightful :)
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i am! i am a freshman at cal state university of los angeles and sadly have not declared a major but i've been doing alot of thinking and became very interested in the profession of an orthodontist (deals with braces), so i might eneter to science department.
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That will really depend on you. Mechanical will be a good start. See what else you really like, talk to a guidance counselor to start getting headed in the right direction. If you don't like their answer, talk to a different one. There are lots of engineering jobs but again, Mechanical should get you ready for a very wide array of careers.
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how about getting a REAL engineering degree. you'll be much better off.\n\nhey asswhopper\n\nyeah i am jealous, i have a BSME from one of the top 5 eng. schools in the nation.  your associates just blows me out of the water.
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well i am into engineering,,,,so don know much abt biology.\nU can check this website for some good info.\nwww.wikipedia.org
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unless you are going into med school or getting your PhD, you'll end up as a lab engineering making little money while the biotech sales people make 6/7 figure incomne.  the industry itself is booming and slowly converging with the electronic industry.  good understanding of electricity/computers may help you in the long run...
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Well Biotech. is the hottest field, next to medical, for all those who are interested in the Biology stream. It seems that you're an Indian, if yes then this is the best option available (again except medical) to you because this field is going to change the Indian economy very well and providing good employment as well. GOOD LUCK.
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BIOTECHNOLOGY!!! yea. dont get this wrong, i'm only a teen, but very ambitious, muahahaha. my brother is 17 and has already had 3 years of college, and he majored in biotech, and he loved it. I will be doing the exact same thing as him, because its way cool. (you get the lab coats and everything. woot!) yes i say biotech\ngood luck!
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Well, what do you want to know?\n\nI've got a masters and worked in biotech for 10 miserable years before going back to school and becoming a programmer.\n\nThere's no money in biotech (for the actual scientists), and from what my former co-workers are finding out, there's not a heck of a lot of job stability anymore either.
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Biotechnology or BT is industrial application of biology. Its biology in the service of mankind. It involves application of plants, animals and microorganisms in industry. On the other hand, Biomedical engineering uses traditional engineering expertise to solve problems in biology and medicine. Hearing aids,pacemakers etc. are the gifts of biomedical engineering to mankind.\n\nUnder-grad courses in BT - \nYou can go either for BSc. Biotechnology, B.E Biotech or B.Tech Biotech, B.E Biomedical engineering etc. For list of Biotechnology colleges and Biomedical engineering colleges, visit http://www.biotechworld.cjb.cc\n\nPost-grad courses in BT - \nMSc. in Biotechnology has good career prospects. Biotech is a booming sector and the growth oppurtunities are high. The Biotech sector includes - Biopharma, Biotech, Biotech services, Bioindustrial, Bioinformatics etc. After BSc., those who want to go for research, choose MSc. and then go for Phd. On the other hand, some go for MBA-Biotechnology. Career oppurtunities for both these courses are good.\n\nAfter doing MSc. Biotech, one can join R&D dept. of any good Biotech company. US is the best destination for Biotechnology. It stands out in the field of research as well as the biotech market is much developed in the US. Similar, is the case with UK, Canada and a few EU countries. Coming to India and China, these countries are really trying hard. Australia is good study destination as well for BT studies in Asia-Pacific region.\n\nFor details on entrance exams and admission procedures as well as more career options in BT, you may visit -\nhttp://www.biotechworld.cjb.cc\n\nThe other career prospect is MBA-Biotechnology. MBA-Biotech has bright prospects. It is a 2-year programme in management. Only science stream graduates/ those in their final year of graduation can only apply for this course. This course gives equal emphasis to both Biotechnology and management. In India, University of Pune(PUMBA), Amity Institute at Noida are the preferred institutes for this course. For details on this course, go to http://www.microbiologyindia.cjb.net
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Career Opportunities in Biology \n\nThis section includes brief descriptions of a few selected careers in biology and medicine, and how they relate to the Biology major at Muhlenberg. We have included some suggested courses for each career goal to help you think about how to organize your curriculum around your goals.\n\nBiomedical research :: Cancer research :: Cell/Molecular biology :: Genetics :: Developmental biology \nThere are currently abundant opportunities in academic institutions, medical schools, the government, and pharmaceutical industry for individuals with training in modern biotechnology. You can work in these settings with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree as a technician, or as a scientist with a Ph.D. Many students may work for one or two years following graduation in one of these settings with only their B.S. from Muhlenberg. A lifetime career in one of these areas generally requires a Ph.D., although there now exist some specialized M.S. programs that are designed to prepare students for a technical career in the biotechnology industry. Currently, individuals with an M.D. are working in these areas, but this is likely to decrease in the future, given changes in the American medical establishment. If you are interested in working in one of these areas, even for a relatively short period of time, you should plan to take: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology. You should also take two years of Chemistry, a year of Physics, Calculus, and perhaps Physical Chemistry, particularly if you are interested in a biochemically-oriented position (e.g., working in a pharmaceutical setting). Laboratory research experience is generally required for admission to graduate programs.\n\nNeuroscience \nThe expectations for graduate study and a career in Neuroscience are similar to the above section, with additional emphasis on Psychology. Students interested in a career in Neuroscience should take the usual two years of Chemistry, and one year each of Physics and Calculus. Upper level Biology courses that you should take include: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Comparative Anatomy, Development Biology, General Physiology, Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Advanced Topics in Neuroscience, and Transmission Electron Microscopy. Courses in other Departments include: Mind and Brain, Introductory Psychology, Cognitive Processes, Biological Psychology, Sensation and Perception, and Philosophy of Mind. Once again, laboratory research experience is an expectation of graduate programs in this area.\n\nEcology :: Evolutionary biology\nStudents interested in careers as a professional ecologist or evolutionary biologist should prepare for graduate school. Individuals work in these fields with Bachelors’, Masters’, and Ph.D. degrees. If you are interested in a career in these areas you should take Ecology, Evolution, Field Botany and Plant Ecology, and Genetics. You will also need to take Statistics, and a year of Physics, Calculus, and Chemistry. Significant field research experience is also a must. You may also want to enroll in Botany, Comparative Anatomy, Ethology, General Physiology, Molecular Biology, Ornithology, Physiological Ecology, Plant Evolutionary Biology, Zoology, the special field experience trips to Costa Rica and/or Bermuda, and Advanced Statistics.\n\nApplied ecology :: Environmental management :: Forestry\nStudents majoring in Biology may seek employment or graduate education in applied ecology and related fields. If you are interested in one of these areas plan on taking Ecology, Field Botany and Plant Ecology, Genetics, and Conservation and Restoration Ecology (to be added to the curriculum soon). You should also enroll in Statistics, Microeconomics, and complete a year of Physics, Calculus, and Chemistry. Other courses you should consider are: Botany, Ethology, General Physiology, Physiological Ecology, Plant Evolutionary Biology, Ornithology, Inve