Biomedical

Engineering
By Nilani Duraisingam
Careers Culminating Project

To Mrs. Patterson
Due Date : January 16th, 2015

Why do I want to pursue this career?

Mathematics, Sciences and Computer Science are

among my primary interests.

I am very logical and interpersonal which is extremely

required to be successful in this field of engineering
mathematics and sciences are involved, and I have to be
able to co-operate with coworkers.

Also, I am very curious that propels me to research

about any unknown matters, which is very crucial in this
career.

Knowledge and intelligence are skills that I highly value

and this career not only helps me gain knowledge through
education at university but also, I receive knowledge
throughout the career.

Im an auditory and visual learner. To acquire knowledge

in this profession, I have to be able to understand and
perceive knowledge visually and through audio.

What do I have to study in high school in order

to get into the Biomedical engineering
program?
Compulsory:

Grade 12 - Advanced Functions

Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors

Grade 12 Chemistry

Grade 12 Physics

Grade 12 English
Optional/ recommended:

Grade 10 Introduction to computer studies

Grade 11 Computer Engineering Technology

Grade 11 Technological Design: Robotics & Control

System Design.

What universities am I interested in for this

program?

University of Waterloo- Biomedical Engineering

University of Toronto: St. George Campus Biomedical
Engineering

University of Ottawa Biomedical Mechanical

Engineering

What are the on-the-job duties and

responsibilities for this job?
Design and develop medical equipment and procedures.
Develop devices to assist people with disabilities.
Advice hospital administrators on the use of medical
equipment.
Modify and supervise installation of equipment.

What is the financial reward? (Annual Salary in

Toronto)
Entry Level: C$ 51 733
Intermediate Level: C$ 59 262
Senior Engineer: C$ 70 078
Project Lead: C$ 85 480
Specialist: C$ 99 653

Who are the potential employers? What are the

working conditions?
Works in laboratories, office environments and
hospitals.
Travelling is involved in this occupation.
Educational Institutes
Governments

 Research Facilities

What experiences would I have to prepare

myself for this career?
To succeed in this career, I have to be excellent at
computer science. Therefore, I could take the Grade
10: Introduction to Computer Studies course.
Also, I have to be skilled at computer programming.
Thus, I should be able to take the Grade 11: Computer
Programming course.
In any university, community involvement is considered
as an important asset. Also, the destination and
company I volunteer for would be an important. So, I
should volunteer at charities such as The Salvation
Army, Red Cross Canada, etc.

What are my actions put toward this program to

enroll in it?
I will take my recommended courses in high school in
order to understand the basic principles of computer
sciences, mathematics and sciences.
I will volunteer at computer-related, office environment
areas and charities to gain knowledge and work with
people.
I will work part- time (possibly at a computer-related
job) and save some money for my education fees for
the university of my choice.

 My RESP will pay a considerable amount for my tuition

fees and I will be enrolling in the co-op program.

What are some potential barriers I could

face in achieving my career goals?

An important barrier that would be only crossed with

hard work and determination, is receiving 90%+ in all
compulsory courses for the program. (Listed in page 2)

The Biomedical Engineering program only accepts a few

numbers of 45 students. To be one the students chosen, I
have to be extremely intelligent, dedicated and accept all
its terms to the field Ill be prepared to step in.

BIBLIOGRAPHY
Author N/A. Biomedical Engineering Co-op: University of
Waterloo.
https://core.myblueprint.ca/Students/ComparePrograms.aspx?id=P.500274
Author N/A. Biomedical Engineer.
https://core.myblueprint.ca/Students/ComparePrograms.aspx?id=O.1060
Author N/A. Biomedical Engineer I Salary.
http://www1.salary.com/Biomedical-Engineer-I-Salary.html
Author N/A. Biomedical Engineer II Salary.
http://www1.salary.com/Biomedical-Engineer-II-Salary.html
Author N/A. Biomedical Engineer III Salary.
http://www1.salary.com/Biomedical-Engineer-III-Salary.html
Author N/A. Biomedical Engineer IV Salary.
http://www1.salary.com/Biomedical-Engineer-IV-Salary.html
Author N/A Biomedical Engineer V Salary.
http://www1.salary.com/Biomedical-Engineer-V-Salary.html
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