Biological Engineering (BioE)
What is Biological Engineering?
Biological Engineering at N.C. A&T is the science of living systems. It applies physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics to natural products and systems, to make a cleaner, more productive and sustainable world.
The Biological Engineering program at NC A&T has two tracks:
1. Bioprocess Engineering and
2. Natural Resources Engineering.
- The Bioprocess Engineering track is based in lab chemistry. It teaches students how to transform biological materials into products such as biodegradable plastics, hydrogen fuel, ethanol and biodiesel fuel. When you see the word “ethanol” at the gas pump, you can bet that the company making that product is employing people with bioprocessing skills.
- The Natural Resources Engineering track is more involved with the outdoors, and with water and soil conservation. It focuses on utilizing, conserving, and restoring nature for a safe and sustainable living environment. When you see a retention pond near a parking lot, it’s very likely that someone with natural resources engineering skills designed it.
Contact information:
Dr. Ghasem Shahbazi
Director, Biological Engineering Program
Sockwell Hall
336-334-7787
ash@ncat.edu
