Biomedical engineering is a relatively new field of study, but has already made a large positive impact in healthcare. During their academic careers, students in this area of study learn aspects of computer science, chemistry, and materials science in addition to biology and multiple engineering specialties.

An associate of applied science is a program of study that prepared students for entry level position in a wide variety of fields. Students who enter this program typically have the goal of beginning to work immediately upon graduation instead of pursuing further study.