The Biomedical Mechanical Engineering program aims to train engineers specialized in biomedical engineering fields related to mechanical engineering. These areas include the design of medical devices such as artificial hearts, implants and prostheses, the development and selection of biocompatible metallic or non-metallic materials for implants and medical devices, robotics for medical applications, biomechanics and rehabilitation engineering.
The program structure is similar to that of the mechanical engineering program, but it includes courses oriented towards the biomedical field which replace eight courses in the traditional program.
All important areas of mechanical engineering are covered, so that graduates have the choice of a wide range of careers in both biomedical and mechanical engineering. Biomedical systems being among the most complex mechanical systems, the classic principles of mechanical engineering are the subject of solid and comprehensive teaching even if the emphasis is placed on their application in biomedical systems. The very name of the program and the diploma reflects this orientation.
This program is offered in French and English.
All first year and second year courses are offered in French and English. However, third and fourth year courses are offered in English only.
NOTE: The University of Ottawa offers a partial tuition fee waiver scholarship to French-speaking international students. This significant contribution to financing their study project allows for a considerable reduction in tuition fees.
To benefit from the partial exemption scholarship, international students must:
- accept an offer of admission to a program of study offered in French;
- register full-time and take at least 3 courses (9 credits) per term in French.
OR
- accept an offer of admission to a program in English offering the French Immersion Program;
- meet the requirements of the Plan; And
- register full-time and take at least 3 courses (9 credits) per term in French.
