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Biological Engineering

Biological Engineers combine their knowledge of life sciences with engineering principles to design and control biological processes and systems with the aim of enhancing human, animal and plant life. Biological Engineers work with the most complex machines in the world - living organisms. Guelph's cutting-edge Biological Engineering program focuses on fundamentals in bio-materials science, bio-systems analysis, bio-mechanics, instrumentation and digital control. You can tailor your program to explore interests in the production of renewable fuels such as ethanol and biodiesel or sustainable bioplastics made from plant materials, the extraction and stabilization of nutraceuticals to provide health benefits or the manufacturing of safe food products.

Biomedical Engineering

Be part of medical innovation. The growing field of Biomedical Engineering fuses engineering design and problem solving to improve human health.Biomedical Engineers apply the principles and technologies associated with engineering to design innovative ways to improve human health and quality of life. In this hands-on program, you will study anatomy, physiology and pathology as well as courses in electronics, mechanics, and computer science. Biomedical Engineers examine bio-systems from molecular to a full body scale to understand what happens when something goes wrong, as in the case of injury or disease. Biomedical Engineering can also be an entry point into medical school.

Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering fuses computer science with electrical engineering to develop systems and solutions for the technological industry. Computer Engineering focuses on the science and tools behind designing, constructing, implementing and maintaining software and hardware components of modern computing systems. By emphasizing algorithmic, electronic, and digital design principles, Computer Engineering prepares you to develop effective and innovative technological systems and solutions. As a graduate of Computer Engineering, you may be involved in circuit design and development, hardware integration, and system level design integration.

Engineering Systems and Computing

Engineering Systems and Computing is a multi-disciplinary field that combines the base fundamentals of general engineering with the strength of computer hardware and software knowledge. Engineering Systems and Computing is the only program of its kind in Canada that focuses on designing integrated computer based engineering systems. It includes a mix of courses that cover software development, computer hardware design, mechanics and energy transfer, signal processing and optimization control. You will understand the strengths and limitations of hardware, software and their controls in order to develop efficient and reliable systems in a variety of industrial and commercial applications. This unique mix will empower you to tackle the design of modern systems that requires multi-disciplinary skills and knowledge.

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Engineering is the application of scientific theories and principles to minimize the impact of human activities on the environment. The Environmental Engineering program at Guelph was designed from the ground up as a complete, comprehensive environmental program. It provides in-depth knowledge of relevant physical, chemical and biological systems with a strong emphasis on engineering design. Our students experience the important role Environmental Engineering plays in serving the current and future needs of all humanity.

Mechanical Engineering

Designed around a framework of sustainability, Mechanical Engineering empowers you to design and develop processes and systems that improve our environment, technology and quality of life. Our innovative Mechanical Engineering program has been built to prepare you for a challenging and rewarding career in this versatile field. This program emphasizes the principles of physics and materials science for analysis, design, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical systems. It involves the production and usage of heat and mechanical power for the design, production, and operation of machines and tools. By emphasizing collaboration and integration, you will experience practical design-based learning and develop the tools to create new and effective solutions to issues in our world.

Water Resources Engineering

Water Resources Engineering focuses on the use and management of land and water resources in rural and urban watersheds. A growing population and the need for clean water demands Water Resources Engineers to develop solutions that are environmentally sustainable and economically viable. Water Resources Engineering combines elements of other disciplines such as civil engineering, environmental engineering, agriculture, planning and geography in a unique combination ideally suited to address society's concerns and needs for surrounding water. Students design and develop creative solutions to protect groundwater, soil, wetlands, streams and lakes to ensure that the development of new water supplies do not disrupt natural processes. Students learn to apply engineering analysis and computer models to identify water resources problems and design engineering solutions to these challenges.

Undeclared Entrance

Not quite sure what you want to take in Engineering? The School of Engineering offers you choice. You will be given the opportunity to decide how you want to create the ultimate university experience. Want to do a minor? Do not worry about deciding to do a minor yet, but to answer your question yes you can do a minor. Engineers do minors in almost every program the University offers ranging from a minor in Business, Arts, and French to show you a few of your potential options. Are you concerned that if you choose the Undeclared option you might not be able to get into your program of choice? The School of Engineering has designed our Undeclared option without a capacity constraint on all non coop programs that we offer once you have been accepted into the program. We strongly suggest for students that want coop, to apply directly into a program from high school. Coop spaces are limited to availability and change from year to year.

 

Since 1874, engineering at the University of Guelph has focused on improving humans, animals and plants, through innovative engineering techniques. All of our engineering programs are developed with design engineering as a foundation; design is fundamental to all U of G Engineering disciplines.

As a student, your hands-on design projects will have you transform theory into reality. Those hands-on design projects begin in your first year. Every year, you’ll work alongside students from other engineering disciplines on a different design project, leading to your final capstone design course in your final year.

As an engineering student at U of G, you have seven majors to choose from, each offered in co-op. You have the opportunity to take elective courses outside of engineering, such as arts, social sciences and business. Pursue a minor after 2nd year, and expand your knowledge outside of engineering!

  • U of G Engineering was Canada’s first recipient of the Women-Friendly Engineering School Award.
  • Collaboration is pivotal at Guelph Engineering. By working in a team with engineers from other disciplines, you gain unique perspectives. Explore collaborative opportunities with programs such as agriculture, arts, business and veterinary sciences. Solve real world problems by partnering with industry.

AS A STUDENT...

  • You will have a flexible and common first semester to enable your interaction with all engineering majors.
  • Choose from over 40 minors to complement your degree. Popular choices for Engineering minors are: business, arts or international development.
  • With five courses in your first semester, you will have opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities.
  • U of G has one of the largest intramural programs in Canada!
  • From hockey to swimming, Varsity Gryphon Engineers compete on and off the field.
  • Join the more than 200 clubs on campus. Be part of engineering-specific clubs, such as Guelph Innovator; The Engineering Society; Women in Engineering and Science; Engineers Without Borders; Formula SAE Racing Team; Concrete Toboggan; Guelph Hyperloop and Robotics.

Design is an important part of your learning experience at Guelph. We don’t have a specific engineering program called Design Engineering; we incorporate Design into the curriculum for all Engineering disciplines. Come see how our hands on approach make for a fun and rewarding learning experience.

Design Day - Early April and Late November
Bioinstrumentation Trade Show - Mid November
Teddy Bear Wheelchair Event Mid November
Machine Design Trade Show - Late November

 

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DEGREE:  Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
WORK EXPERIENCE:  Co-op
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
  English
Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
2 Courses from: Biology/Chemistry/Physics
1 Additional course
*All required courses must be at the 4U/M level

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Biomedical Engineering Student