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Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering

You might choose a career in Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering if you:

Like math
enjoy science
enjoy problem solving

For more information about Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering

Degree Sheet

Biosystems Engineering links

Background

The Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering is administered jointly by the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources and the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology. Biosystems engineers are professionals who create and adapt engineering knowledge and technologies for the efficient and effective production, processing, storage, handling and distribution of food, feed, fiber and other biological products, while at the same time providing for a quality environment and preserving and protecting natural resources. Biosystems engineering courses integrate engineering sciences, physical sciences, and biological sciences and teach student to address real-world challenges. With the guidance of experienced faculty, students work both as individuals and in teams to design creative solutions to complex problems. The program culminates in senior year design courses in which students integrate the analysis, synthesis and other abilities they have developed throughout the earlier portions of their study into a capstone experience.

Careers

Food Engineer
Machine Design Engineer
Bioprocessing Engineer
Structural Engineer
Irrigation Engineer
Sanitary/Waste Handling Engineer
Consultant
Technical Sales
Product Manager
Project Engineer
Plant Supervisor
Facilities Engineer
Sales or Service Representative

Special Interest Areas

Biomechanical
Bioprocessing and Biotechnology
Environment and Natural Resources
Food Processing

Employers of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Alumni

Deere and Co.
Caterpillar
Morton Buildings
Purina Mills
Archer, Daniels & Midland
Cargill, Inc.
Kraft, Inc.
General Mills
Moorman Manufacturing
United States Department of Agriculture
Environmental Protection Agency
Ford Motor Company
Funk Manufacturing
F.W. Murphy
Charles Machine Works
Army Corps of Engineers
Natural Resources Conservation Service

Frequently Asked Questions

Current Enrollment: Approximately 85 students
Student Organizations: American Society of Agricultural Engineers, Cowboy Motorsports

Cowboy Motorsports team won the 2003-2004 ASAE International ¼ Scale Tractor Student Design Competition. CASNR Awards more than $400,000 each year in scholarships and the department awards scholarships as well.