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  1. MISSION  
The primary objective of Biological Engineering is to provide integrated undergraduate and graduate training in agricultural, biological, and environmental sciences and engineering design.
  2. OBJECTIVES
    The primary objective of Biological Engineering is to provide integrated undergraduate and graduate training in agricultural, biological, and environmental sciences and engineering design. Specific objectives are as follows: Our graduates will:
  1. Demonstrate the ability to work productively as biological engineers or to pursue graduate education,
  2. Have the skills to actively lead or participate on multi-disciplinary teams,
  3. Be active in professional societies, engage in continuing education and progress towards professional registration,
  4. Contribute to society and to the diversity of workforce in their company and their profession by actively recruiting and mentoring for these organizations..
  3. WHAT DO BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERS DO?
    Biological Engineers solve technological problems in systems that involve humans, plants, animals, micro-organisms, and biological materials. Hence, the motto: Biological Engineers bring engineering to life.

They produce creative engineering solutions to problems dealing with the environment, food, and the water supply in an ever demanding and dynamic society.

These engineers solve problems through the application of mathematics, science, and technological tools. BIOE also includes water resources engineering, process engineering, and alternative energy projects.
  4. BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING AND THE SOCIETY
    Applications of Biological Engineering to meet needs of society
Specific Biological Engineering jobs include:
  • Developing solutions to improve air, water and soil quality.
  • Applying geomatics in biological and environmental systems.
  • Designing, developing, and manufacturing agricultural equipment and products.
  • Bio-energy and bio-product development.
  • Systems approach to improve nutrient management.
  • Watershed management, soil erosion, non-point source pollution abatement, bio-remediation, hydrology and water quality.
  • Food processing, product development and quality control.
  • Environmental quality, monitoring and control through organizations such as the EPA, the FDA, and the USDA.
Application of Technology to Meet the Needs of Individuals and Society in:
  • Power generation through renewable resources.
  • Production of food and fiber using sustainable technologies.
  • Conservation and preservation of natural resources by maintaining water, air and soil quality.
  • Food processing and preservation and much more.
   
  5. FUTURE OF THE BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
    The nature of the BIOE curriculum ensures diverse employment opportunities in governmental agencies, and private organizations, both large and small in a global society. Future trends are in bioproduct development, biosafety and biosecurity, geomatics and nano-technology.
   
  6. PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION AND JOB PLACEMENT
    Each year graduates experience 100% job placement. They are also highly sought after by various prestigious universities to pursue graduate studies leading to MSc and PhD degrees.

Graduates of the BIOE Program are qualified to sit for the Fundamentals of Engineering(FE) exam.
We encourage all BIOE students to take the FE exam during their senior year.
   
  7. PROGRAM OF STUDY
    Biological Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University is one of the two nationally accredited engineering program of its kind at a Historically Black College or University.

It prepares students for a successful career in a broad array of job opportunities. Students are trained to be professional and ethical and are prepared to take the fundamentals of engineering examination during their senior year.