COURSE CURRICULUM

The MEng in Biosystems Engineering program at the University of Manitoba offers a diverse range of graduate-level courses that prepare students to address complex challenges at the intersection of engineering and biological systems. Courses such as BIOE 7040: Fluid Mechanics of Unsaturated Porous Solids and BIOE 7140: Advanced Irrigation and Drainage provide advanced understanding of water movement and management in agricultural and natural environments. BIOE 7180: Bioprocessing and BIOE 7300: Food Process Engineering focus on transforming biological materials into value-added products, essential for food and biotechnology industries. Courses like BIOE 7210: Numerical Modelling of Biosystems and BIOE 7220: Advanced Machine Design Analysis for Biosystems integrate computational techniques and mechanical analysis in solving engineering problems related to biological systems. The program also addresses sustainable development through courses like BIOE 7350: Bioresource Engineering and Sustainability and BIOE 7320: Membrane Processes for Water and Waste Treatment. Structural and materials courses such as BIOE 7230: Advanced Topics on Light-Frame Buildings, BIOE 7250: Mechanical Behavior of Biological Materials, and BIOE 7370: Engineering Properties of Fibres for Industrial Uses provide insights into designing structures and products using biological materials. This comprehensive course offering equips students with applied knowledge and technical skills for careers in industry, consulting, or further research.