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BS Biomedical Engineering

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Engineering program at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology (IBET), Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences (LUMHS) is designed to prepare students with strong interdisciplinary knowledge in engineering principles, medical sciences, and healthcare technologies. The program integrates the concepts of electronics, mechanics, computer science, biology, and clinical sciences to develop innovative solutions for medical diagnosis, monitoring, treatment, rehabilitation, and healthcare management.
The BS Biomedical Engineering program at IBET aims to produce competent graduates capable of contributing in hospitals, healthcare industries, research organizations, medical device manufacturing, regulatory bodies, and academic institutions. The program also emphasizes professional ethics, communication skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning to meet national and international healthcare challenges.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

PEO 1. Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and create enabling technologies for the improvement of human health and health sciences.
PEO 2. Enhance students’ intellectual and analytical abilities in taking initiative and/or developing innovative ideas for technological and professional growth in the field of Biomedical Engineering.
PEO 3. Work effectively as a team member or lead multidisciplinary teams while demonstrating the interpersonal and management skills, ethical, social, and environmental responsibilities.

Mission

The Biomedical Engineering program is dedicated to providing quality education that combines engineering principles, sciences and modern technology. It aims to develop students’ technical, analytical, and complex engineering problem-solving skills through practical and problem-based learning. The program prepares graduates to innovate and contribute to sustainable healthcare solutions while maintaining strong ethical and professional values.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLO)

The program learning outcomes of Biomedical Engineering will cover PLO 01-11.

PLO 01: Engineering Knowledge
Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

PLO 02: Problem Analysis
Ability to identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.

PLO 03: Design/Development of Solutions
Ability to design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PLO 04: Investigation
Ability to investigate complex engineering problems in a methodical way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments, analysis and interpretation of experimental data, and synthesis of information to derive valid conclusions.

PLO 05: Modern Tool Usage
Ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.

PLO 06: Engineer and the world
Ability to analyze and assess sustainable development solutions its societal, health, legal along with cultural impact and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solution to complex engineering problems.

PLO 07: Ethics
Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.

PLO 08: Individual and Team Work
Ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and/or multidisciplinary settings.

PLO 9: Communication
Ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentations, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.

PLO 10: Project Management
Ability to demonstrate management skills and apply engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a team to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.

PLO 11: Lifelong Learning
Ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.

(From batch 2026 onwards)

Outcome-Based Education

Outcome-Based Education (OBE) focuses on achieving clearly defined learning outcomes by aligning teaching, learning, and assessment practices. It ensures that students acquire the required knowledge, skills, and competencies making them relevant to industry and societal needs.
OBE is guided by key questions focusing on what students are expected to learn, how they will achieve those learning outcomes, how their learning will be assessed, and how continuous improvements will be implemented through a feedback process (closing the loop). It addresses the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains of learning in a structured and outcome-oriented manner.
Implementation includes lectures, laboratory work, projects, and field experiences, supported by both direct and indirect assessment methods at course and program levels. A key component of OBE is Continual Quality Improvement (CQI), which ensures continuous enhancement of the program. Within this framework, Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are evaluated through systematic assessment methods, and a minimum of 50% attainment is required for each PLO to ensure satisfactory achievement of program outcomes and ongoing improvement.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Engineering program at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology (IBET), Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, is granted on a merit basis in accordance with the university’s admission policy and the guidelines of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC). Applicants seeking admission to the BS Biomedical Engineering program must fulfill the following requirements:
  • The candidate must have passed Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC / F.Sc.) in Pre-Medical or Pre-Engineering from a recognized Board of Intermediate Education in Pakistan.
  • A minimum of 60% marks in HSSC/F.Sc. or equivalent is required for eligibility.
  • Candidates holding A-Level or equivalent foreign qualifications must provide an equivalence certificate issued by IBCC, Pakistan.
  • All eligible candidates are required to appear in LUMHS Entry Test.
  • The mode of entry test is generally Computer-Based Testing (CBT) conducted at the Examination Center, LUMHS.

Attendance Policy

Students enrolled in the Program are required to maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in lectures and practical sessions in each semester. Only those students who fulfill this requirement shall be eligible to appear in the semester examinations, as per university policy.

Teaching & Learning Methods

The program employs a variety of teaching and learning methods to ensure effective knowledge delivery, skill development, and practical application of concepts.
  • Lectures, tutorials, and seminars
  • Laboratory sessions and hands-on workshops
  • Semester projects
  • Internships
  • FYDP project
  • Industry visits and clinical/hospital exposure activities

Assessment Methods

The assessment system incorporates both direct and indirect methods to comprehensively evaluate student performance, learning outcomes, and program effectiveness.

Direct Assessment

  • Written examinations and quizzes
  • Oral examinations / Viva voce
  • Practical assessments
  • Lab reports and Assignments
  • Project presentations / demonstrations

Indirect Assessment

  • Course Feedback Form
  • Faculty Feedback Form
  • Graduating/exit survey Form
  • Alumni Feedback Form.
  • Employer Feedback Form.

Career Opportunities and further Studies Options

Graduates of the BS Biomedical Engineering program have diverse career opportunities in healthcare, medical industry, research, academia, and related technical fields.

Career Opportunities
  • Biomedical Engineer in hospitals and healthcare institutions
  • Clinical Engineer for medical equipment operation and maintenance
  • Medical Equipment Specialist in healthcare organizations
  • Biomedical Design and Development Engineer
  • Rehabilitation Engineer for assistive technologies and prosthetics
  • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Officer in medical industries
  • Research Associate in biomedical laboratories and research centers
  • Application Specialist for diagnostic and imaging systems
  • Biomedical Sales and Technical Support Engineer
  • Healthcare Technology Consultant
  • Academic and Teaching positions in universities and institutes
  • Medical device startups and healthcare technology companies
Further Study Options
  • MS in Biomedical Engineering or Biomedical Sciences
  • MS in Clinical Engineering or Medical Imaging
  • MS in Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering, or Rehabilitation Engineering
  • MS in Biomedical Signal and Image Processing
  • MS in Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare or Bioinformatics
  • MS in Medical Device Design and Development
  • MPH (Master of Public Health)
  • MBA in Healthcare Management
  • PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related disciplines
  • International scholarships / Research fellowships.

Scheme of Studies

The Scheme of studies for the BS Biomedical Engineering is structured as follows:

Semester I

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1 HS111/HS112 Islamic Studies / Ethical Behaviour 2 0 2
2 BS111 Applied Physics 2 1 3
3 BS112 / BS113 Basic Mathematics / Basic Biology 3 0 3
4 BM111 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering 1 0 1
5 EE111 Basic Electrical Engineering 3 1 4
6 CS111 Introduction to Programming 2 1 3
Total Cr. Hrs. 15 3 18

Semester II

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1 HS121/HS129 Fehm e Quran I / Ethics I 1 0 1
2 BS121 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3 0 3
3 BS213 Biochemistry 2 1 3
4 CS123 Object Oriented Programming 2 1 3
5 BS123 Human Anatomy 2 1 3
6 EE121 Basic Electronics 3 1 4
7 HS122 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan 1 0 1
Total Cr. Hrs. 14 4 18

Semester III

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1BM211Biomedical Electronics314
2BS212Differential Equations & Laplace Transform303
3CS211Computer Aided Engineering Design011
4BS211Physiology I213
5EE211Circuit Analysis314
6HS211Functional English202
Total Cr. Hrs. 14 4 18

Semester IV

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1BS221Linear Algebra, Complex Variables & Discrete Maths303
2EE221Digital Logic Design314
3BS222Physiology II213
4BM221Biomedical Instrumentation I314
5BM222Biomechanics213
Total Cr. Hrs. 15 4 19

Semester V

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1BM311Biomaterials & Design314
2EE311Signals and Systems314
3BS311Numerical Analysis303
4BM312Biomedical Instrumentation II314
5BS312Probability & Statistics303
6BM300Internship Seminar00NC
Total Cr. Hrs. 15 3 18

Internship: 6 weeks mandatory

Semester VI

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1EL321Computer Aided Diagnostics303
2HS321Technical Report Writing202
3BM321Biomedical Control System314
4BM322Biomedical Signal Processing213
5EE321Microprocessors and Microcontrollers213
6HS322Civics and Community Engagement202
Total Cr. Hrs. 14 3 17

Semester VII

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1MS411Entrepreneurship303
2MS412Healthcare Domain Management202
3BM411Modelling & Simulation213
4EL412AI Based Image Analysis & Diagnosis303
5EL413Medical Robotics303
6BM412Biomedical Engineering Thesis / Project I033
Total Cr. Hrs. 13 4 17

Semester VIII

# Course Code Course Title Theory Lab Total
1HS421Professional Practices & Ethics202
2BM421Medical Imaging213
3EL424Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0/5.0303
4BM422Occupational Health and Safety202
5EL425Regenerative Medicine303
6BM423Biomedical Engineering Thesis / Project II033
Total Cr. Hrs. 12 4 16

List of Electives

The elective courses offered under the program shall be based on the availability of qualified faculty and facility, and departmental resources. The department may offer elective courses from specialized and emerging areas of Biomedical Engineering to broaden students’ academic knowledge and technical skills in accordance with program objectives and industry requirements.
Elective courses may be offered in either theory with laboratory format (2+1) or theory-only format (3+0) depending upon the nature and requirements of the course.
Biomedical Engineering Systems DNA Computing
Medical Device Quality System and Standards Regenerative Medicine
Medical Device Regulatory Affairs Drug Delivery Systems
Power Electronics Neuroscience
Medical Robotics Biomaterials & Design
Rehabilitation Engineering Telemedicine Systems
Bioelectricity Medical Data System
Biophysics Computational Fluid Dynamics
Biofluid Mechanics & Bioheat Transfer Artificial Intelligence
Tissue Engineering Bioinformatics
Genetic Engineering Medical Image Processing
Nano Biotechnology Hospital Information System
Machine Learning Medical Imaging
Digital Transformation / Industry 4.0 / 5.0 Regenerative Medicine
AI Based Image Analysis and Diagnosis Computer Aided Diagnosis
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