Biomechanics Concentration

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Are you looking to develop your skills and knowledge designing medical tools and devices that help save lives? Then consider the Biomechanics Concentration as part of your Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree program.

Why Study Biomechanics Applications at Kettering University

  • Build foundational knowledge in biomechanics and the application of mechanical engineering in medicine, safety, and injury prevention.
  • Study important topics through courses in biomechanical applications, finite element analysis, automotive bioengineering, and crash dynamics.
  • Learn how engineering tools are used to analyze the human body, improve occupant protection, and support safer product and vehicle design.
  • Explore applications related to medical devices, structural analysis, crash safety, and biomechanical system design.
  • Prepare for careers in biomechanics, medical device development, safety engineering, crash analysis, and related fields.
  • Understand the role engineers play in developing biocompatible materials and advanced manufacturing processes for medical devices.

What You'll Learn

In this specialty, which is part of a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, you will gain a strong foundation in medical engineering while preserving the core principles of the mechanical engineering discipline. Courses include Bioengineering Applications, Automotive Bioengineering, and Crash Dynamics.

Engineers in this field have driven major advances in medical diagnostics and therapeutic sciences, from prosthetics and implants to imaging systems and surgical tools. According to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for biomedical engineers is $106,950, and employment in the field is projected to grow 5 percent through 2034.

Graduates of this concentration pursue careers in fields such as orthopedics, medical device manufacturing, crash safety engineering, and health services.

College of Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Email: me@kettering.edu
Phone: (810) 762-7992

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