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What is Convergence Biosystems Engineering?
Biosystems engineers apply integrated knowledge on physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, engineering to biosystems in order to contribute to the advancement of agricultural, mechanical, and biological technologies. Department of Convergence Biosystems Engineering graduates are very competitive in a wide variety of employment markets, not only in agricultural and biological sectors, but also in various engineering areas. Recent graduates find job positions in government agencies, state-invested firms, agricultural machinery companies, agricultural facility and plant companies, mechatronics companies, food processing companies, biotechnology companies, and etc. Graduates contribute to meeting the needs of national and local society, such as developing agricultural machines, automating agricultural production systems, improving food quality and safety, and advancing biotechnology and biomaterials.
Department of Convergence Biosystems EngineeringThe Department of Convergence Biosystems Engineering pursues global competitiveness in agriculture through the application of integrated knowledge on engineering, and natural science to agricultural and biological systems. The principal contents of research and education of the department are agricultural machinery, automation of agricultural production systems, precision and information agriculture, food processing systems for biosystems, and biological products major. Through research, teaching, and outreach, the Department serves industries and societies and achieves its reputation as a leader in the biosystems engineering sector.
The Department develops graduates who can pursue engineering careers in industry, academia, consulting, or government. The curriculum is designed to educate the students:
- to possess engineering knowledge and skills on agricultural farm power and machinery, automation of agricultural production systems, precision and information agriculture, food processing, postharvest technology, and biological product
- to become successfully employed in engineering jobs in industry, government, or academia, and
- to produce graduates who continue to be engaged in professional development. Students learn to apply fundamental knowledge of biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering principles to formulate and solve engineering problems. Engineering design is integrated throughout the curriculum, along with opportunities to develop communication, learning, and teamwork skills, culminating in a capstone design experience. Electives in the curriculum allow students to specialize in:
Agricultural Machinery Development and Automation: Development and automation of agricultural machines for crop planting, harvesting, and processing.
Food Processing and Renewable Energy: Development of systems for improving food quality and safety and the efficiency of renewable energy production. - Biomaterials and Biological Technology: Development of technologies and materials for engineering biological systems and providing life-enhancing and life-saving products.
- Students select courses with the assistance of faculty advisors on an individual basis. Faculty members also assist with professional development and job placement for students.
- Yeong-Soo Choi (Ph.D.) Agricultural Machine Control
- Kyeong-Hwan Lee (Ph.D.) Sensors and Intelligent Biosystems
- Hyoung-Il Son (Ph.D.) Field Robotics and Hybrid Systems
- Jangho Kim (Ph.D.) Nanoengineered Biomaterial Systems
- Hee-Gyeong Yi (Ph.D.) Bio-fabrication Systems
- Degree Requirements
Students are required to earn 130 credits, with 15 credits from core courses.