As part of its commitment to supporting scientific and guidance initiatives and preparing students to meet the demands of local and international labour markets, the Biomedical Engineering Department at the College of Engineering, Al-Mustaqbal University, organised a specialised scientific seminar entitled “How to Become a Successful Biomedical Engineer?”
About the Seminar and Its Organisers:
The seminar was delivered and directly supervised by:
* Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Abdullah Mardas
* Eng. Mohammed Abdul Karim Razouqi
The event aimed to raise students’ awareness of professional and academic career pathways and encourage them to develop their personal and engineering skills to keep pace with the rapid advancements in technology and healthcare.
Scientific Topics and Content:
The organisers presented a comprehensive range of engineering topics and advanced perspectives, including:
* Highlighting the essential scientific and practical skills that biomedical engineers need to achieve success and excellence across various professional fields.
* Emphasising the importance of keeping pace with modern technological developments in medical devices, systems, and advanced biomedical technologies.
* Analysing future labour market requirements and introducing students to CV preparation, programming skills, technical competencies, and practical field experience.
* Focusing on critical thinking and engineering problem-solving skills within healthcare institutions, as well as effective communication with medical and technical professionals.
The seminar witnessed remarkable attendance and engagement from department students, with discussions and questions enriching the session on how to make the most of their academic years to build professional excellence.
Activity Objectives in Line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
This scientific seminar directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the university, particularly:
* SDG 4 – Quality Education: Providing academic and professional guidance to enhance students’ capabilities and prepare them for the future.
* SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: Preparing qualified engineering graduates who meet labour market requirements and contribute to the development of the healthcare and economic sectors.
* SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Encouraging innovation and keeping pace with modern developments in biomedical engineering technologies and applications.
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