Explore College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Majors

• Applied Mathematics & Statistics
  • The undergraduate program in Applied Mathematics and Statistics (AMS) aims to give mathematically oriented students a liberal education in quantitative problem solving. The courses in this program survey a wide variety of mathematical theories and techniques that are currently used by analysts and researchers in government, industry, and science. Many of the applied mathematics courses give students the opportunity to develop problem-solving techniques using campus computing facilities.
  • About half of the Applied Mathematics majors enter graduate or professional programs, primarily in statistics, operations research, computer science, and business management. Others go directly into professional careers as actuaries, programmer analysts, management trai­nees, and secondary school teachers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in applied math fields is projected to grow much faster than other occupations. More actuaries will be needed as demand is increasing to project the cost of emerging risks, while statisticians will be essential in aiding businesses in analyzing increasingly larger and more complex sets of data and operations researchers will be used to help companies streamline their processes and take advantage of cost savings that new technologies can bring.
  • Learn more about the AMS curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from AMS professors!
• Biomedical Engineering
  • In a rigorous, cross-disciplinary training and research environment, the Biomedical Engineering (BME) program provides an engineering education along with a strong background in the biological and physical sciences. It is designed to enhance the development of creativity and collaboration through study of a specialization within the field of biomedical engineering. Teamwork, communication skills, and hands-on laboratory and research experience are emphasized. The curriculum provides students with the underlying engineering principles required to understand how biological organisms are formed and how they respond to their environment.
  • Graduates are prepared for entry into professions in biomedical engineering, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical technology, as well as careers in academia and government. Potential employers include colleges and universities, hospitals, government, research institutes and laboratories, and private industry.

  Learn more about the BME curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch videos here and here to learn more!
• Chemical & Molecular Engineering
  • • The program in Chemical and Molecular Engineering (CME) is designed to meet the expanding demand for chemical engineers in the nanotechnology, neutraceutical, pharmaceutical, environmental, and energy industries. It emphasizes engineering at the molecular level rather than traditional large-scale process engineering. In a rigorous cross-disciplinary environment, the program provides students with knowledge in the basic physical sciences, mathematical techniques, and computational modeling tools that form the foundation of modern chemical and molecular engineering. A broad spectrum of courses prepares students to assimilate and apply their knowledge creatively to solve complex problems involving not only scientific but also ethical and moral considerations, and utilizing effective communication skills for working in an interdisciplinary team. 
    • Employment opportunities for graduates of the program include high-technology industries and institutions that are engaged in research and advanced manufacturing related to nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, future fuels, waste management, and the synthesis of new materials. 
  • Learn more about the CME curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from CME professors!
• Civil Engineering
  • The program in Civil Engineering (CIV) gives students a solid foundation in civil engineering and sciences. Students take courses in chemistry, physics, and math, in addition to a core set of engineering courses common to most engineering disciplines. Students are also introduced to computer software which expedites the design process, and they are taught how to balance engineering designs with economic constraints.
  • Students have a breadth and depth of technical knowledge in the field, preparing them to work immediately in most areas of the profession, including geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, hydraulics, structural engineering, construction management, and transportation/traffic engineering. 
  • Learn more about the CIV curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin!
• Computer Engineering
  • As technology continually advances, the solutions to design problems in computer and data processing equipment more frequently encompass both hardware and software solutions. It is important for students who wish to specialize in computer engineering to be fluent in both the newest software techniques as well as digital electronics and the application of large-scale integrated devices. The curriculum of the Computer Engineering (ECE) program prepares students to meet these objectives. The first two years of study provide a strong foundation in fundamental courses in mathematics, sciences, writing, and core electrical engineering. In the junior and senior years, students take computer engineering courses as well as other upper-level computer science courses and technical electives such as computer communications, digital signal processing, digital image processing, computer vision, and embedded microprocessor system design. 
  • Computer engineers design digital systems, a majority of which are microprocessor-based systems. The systems include a wide variety of consumer products, industrial machinery, and specialized systems such as those used in flight control or automotive anti-lock brakes. Students may work in engineering and high-technology industries, financial institutions or go on to graduate school in engineering, business, law, and medicine.
  • Learn more about the ECE curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from Electrical & Computer Engineering professors!
• Computer Science
  • Computer science is the study of computer systems, including the architecture of computers, development of computer software, information processing, computer applications, algorithmic problem-solving, and the math­e­matical foundations of the discipline. The Computer Science (CSE) major provides professional education in computer science to prepare the student for graduate study or for a career in the computing field. Students learn concepts and skills needed for designing, programming, and applying computer systems while also learning the theoretical and mathematical foundations of computer science. They have sufficient freedom in the program to pursue other academic interests in the liberal arts, sciences, and engineering to complement their study of computer science. 
  • Many students prepare for their professional careers through internships at local companies. Computer science graduates are recruited heavily, and career opportunities include developing software systems for a diverse range of applications such as: user interfaces; networks; databases; forecasting; web technologies; and medical, communications, satellite, and embedded systems. Many are employed in the telecommunication and financial industries, and some are self-employed as heads of software consulting companies. 
  • According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer science fields is projected to grow much faster than other occupations. As opposed to computer programmers, computer scientists and software developers and engineers are needed to create and improve existing platforms and tools, addressing challenges presented by gaps in cybersecurity, and create algorithms to analyze and visualize massive amounts of data.
  • Learn more about the CSE curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from CSE professors!
• Electrical Engineering
  • The Electrical Engineering (ESE) program provides thorough training in the fundamentals of electrical engineering during the first two years. Beginning in the third year, students may also choose to specialize in Circuits and VLSI, Communications, Signal Processing, and Networking, Nanoelectronics and Photonics or Power and Energy Systems. The program culminates in the fourth year in an original design project, working on a team with other students and under the supervision of a faculty member. Throughout their program, the students work in state-of-the-art instructional laboratories that include computer-aided circuit design, lasers, machine vision and computer graphics, microprocessor systems design, microwave electronics, digital signal processing and the most up to date electronic communications.
  • Electrical engineers are recruited for a variety of fields including energy, aeronautics, communications, testing laboratories, computer technology of hardware and software, and systems for finance and banking. Many students also choose to continue to pursue graduate degrees in engineering, business, law or medicine.

  Learn more about the ESE curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from Electrical & Computer Engineering professors!
  
• Engineering Science
  • The Engineering Science (ESG) program focuses on the materials aspect of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, phy­sics, and chemistry. It covers fundamental aspects of engineering design, physical and chemical sciences, mathematics, and materials science and engineering, while also providing flexibility so that students can create a program tailored to their particular academic and career interests in a traditional or emerging discipline.Throughout the curriculum, students develop skills needed to participate in the research experience and are encouraged to become involved in the many state-of-the-art research facilities associated with the Department, including world-class laboratories in polymer engineering, thermal spray research, surface science and engineering, nanotechnology, semiconductor materials and crystal growth, environmental materials engineering, and computational modeling of advanced materials. 
  • The ESG major prepares students for a variety of employment opportunities as it is particularly suited to the nature of modern manufacturing processes in industry as well as to scientific institutions and laboratories. Graduates of the program occupy engineering, scientific, and management positions in development, manufacturing, and marketing in major corporations in areas including communications, computing, and aerospace. Small and medium-sized companies also rely on the expertise of materials scientists in design and manufacturing. In addition, some graduates apply their knowledge to patent law and consulting. About ten percent of the program’s graduates pursue advanced degrees in engineering and materials science as well as in law, business, and medicine.
  • According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for manufacturing and industrial engineers is projected to grow faster than other occupations, as these engineers focus on improving efficiency and engineering processes across a wide variety of fields.

  Learn more about the ESG curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from ESG professors and students!
  
• Information Systems
  • The Information Systems (ISE) major prepares its graduates to design and build computerized data processing and decision support systems. The program is technically oriented, emphasizing the design and implementation aspects of large-scale information systems as well as the more traditional managerial and organizational issues, and it balances development of system engineering skills with learning to deliver reliable systems on time and within budget. Throughout the program, students are exposed to diverse application areas ranging from traditional business, finance, and accounting through telecommunications, networks, multimedia, and database management, to computer-aided design and industrial production management systems.
  • Learn more about the ISE curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch this video to hear from an ISE professor!
• Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical engineering is one of the core disciplines of engineering and it encompasses a large number of sub-disciplines that are at the heart of both traditional and leading edge technologies. It is a broad profession concerned with activities such as energy conversion, power generation, design, and manufacturing. The theoretical and technical bases of knowledge include the pure sciences, mathematics, and the engineering sciences, especially the mechanics of solids and fluids, thermo­dynamics, and kinematics. As part of the Mechanical Engineering (MEC) program, students also take courses that introduce them to the use of advanced computational methods for engineering design and analysis as well as data processing and analysis. A series of laboratory courses introduces them to sensors and electronics, modern instrumentation and experimental techniques used in engineering for tasks ranging from product design, evaluation, and testing to re­search.
  • While the majority of our graduates are immediately employed in industries ranging from robotics, automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, heating and cooling engineering or manufacturing engineering, a significant percentage pursues graduate study. Most of the students entering graduate schools continue with mechanical engineering studies. However, some go to law, business, and medical schools.
  • Learn more about the MEC curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from MEC professors and students!
    
    
• Technological Systems Management
  • The Technological Systems Management (TSM) program integrates a foundation in the natural sciences, engineering, applied sciences, or environmental studies with applications in technology systems, assess­ment, and management. The focus is on technological advances that shape every facet of modern life. Students develop understanding of the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of current and emerging technologies. The program applies engineering concepts that underlie technological change and that form the bridge from engineering to other disciplines. Successful practices in government, industry, education, and personal life depend on such understanding. 
  • The TSM major prepares students for careers in government, industry, or education in positions such as manager of computer network systems, manager of information systems, quality control specialist, systems or environmental analyst, technical sales representative, or technology trainer/educator-in short, all professions and business ventures that are dependent on technological applications and implementation and in which project management is key to success. Students are also prepared for advanced study in areas such as business, law, education, policy analysis, and industrial or environmental management.
  • Learn more about the TSM curriculum in the Undergraduate Bulletin and watch these videos to hear from TSM professors!