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       CODE: 019.061-010 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER (profess. & kin.)
Conducts research into biological aspects of humans or other animals to develop new theories and
facts, or test, prove, or modify known theories of life systems, and to design life-support
apparatus, utilizing principles of engineering and bio-behavioral sciences: Plans and conducts
research concerning behavioral, biological, psychological, or other life systems. Studies
engineering aspects of bio-behavioral systems of humans, utilizing knowledge of electrical,
mechanical, chemical, or other engineering principles and knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
Develops mathematical models to simulate human bio-behavioral systems in order to obtain data
for measuring or controlling life processes, utilizing knowledge of computer, graphics, and other
related technologies. Designs and develops instruments and devices, such as artificial organs,
cardiac pacemakers, or ultrasonic imaging devices, capable of assisting medical or other health-care
personnel in observing, repairing, or treating physical ailments or deformities, using knowledge of
materials compatible with body tissues, energy exchanges within the body, and instrumentation
capable of measuring and controlling body functions. May specialize in design and development of
biomedical equipment used by medical facilities and be known as Clinical Engineer (profess. & kin.).
GOE: 02.02.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R6 M6 L5 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
ONET CROSSWALK: 22197 Production Engineers
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