Environmental Engineering
Students interested in Environmental Engineering might also enjoy further options listed below that incorporate the same key features.
Courses in Thermal Sciences
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Design of Engineering Systems
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The degree in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology explores the principles driving ecological and evolutionary processes, including molecular mechanisms, genetics, behavior, population and community dynamics, morphology and systematics. The ecology and evolutionary biology major studies the distribution and abundance of organisms, the interaction between organisms, the interaction between organisms and their environment and the structure and function of ecosystems.
The computer engineering minor introduces students to the fundamentals of computer engineering while imparting on them the necessary skills and training needed to tackle real world problems with computer engineering solutions.
Characteristics it possesses
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Design of Engineering Systems
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The Environmental Studies major covers topics in the environmental and sustainability fields. Students in the program examine the intersection of science, policy and human values, as applied to environmental issues, across disciplines and acquire the skills and knowledge needed to help solve global, national, regional and local environmental challenges.
The Environmental Planning Minor teaches students what it takes to facilitate the decision-making to carry out urban planning, urban design, land development and natural resource conservation with consideration of environmental, social, political and economic factors.
Characteristics it possesses
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The Environmental Studies major covers topics in the environmental and sustainability fields. Students in the program examine the intersection of science, policy and human values, as applied to environmental issues, across disciplines and acquire the skills and knowledge needed to help solve global, national, regional and local environmental challenges.
The minor in civil engineering exposes students to five sub-disciplines of civil engineering: construction engineering and management, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering and geomechanics, structural engineering and structural mechanics, and water resource engineering and management.
Characteristics it possesses
Courses in Thermal Sciences
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Design of Engineering Systems
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences provides students with an in-depth understanding of the physical basis for the role of the atmosphere and oceans in Earth's climate system. The program examines the dynamical, physical and chemical processes that occur in the atmosphere and ocean, and trains students to develop quantitative solutions to real-world problems.
The minor teaches students the fundamentals of electrical engineering and introduces them to at least one of its many advanced application areas.
Characteristics it possesses
Courses in Thermal Sciences
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Design of Engineering Systems
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The Physics major provides knowledge of the physical concepts that are basic to the laws of nature, and the ability to use these fundamental concepts to answer questions and solve real problems. Students also gain an understanding of the relationship of physics to other fields such as astronomy, biology, engineering, chemistry and medicine.
The Global Environmental Affairs certificate allows students to engage with real world problems and deepen their understanding of global environmental policies and practices.
Characteristics it possesses
Courses in Thermal Sciences
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The Geology major provides students with basic knowledge of the Earth—its relationship to the solar system, its origin and developmental history, its structure and composition, its dynamic processes and the role of humans in the Earth system. The geology option emphasizes processes that function both in the solid earth and at Earth's surface.
The Environmental Planning Minor teaches students what it takes to facilitate the decision-making to carry out urban planning, urban design, land development and natural resource conservation with consideration of environmental, social, political and economic factors.
Characteristics it possesses
Courses in Thermal Sciences
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The Physics major provides knowledge of the physical concepts that are basic to the laws of nature, and the ability to use these fundamental concepts to answer questions and solve real problems. Students also gain an understanding of the relationship of physics to other fields such as astronomy, biology, engineering, chemistry and medicine.
The certificate in Arctic Studies addresses pressing environmental, political and cultural issues in the far north. A laboratory for studying the effects of global climate change, the arctic region spans three continents, with territories in Canada, Greenland (Denmark), Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Russia and the United States.
Characteristics it possesses
Courses in Thermal Sciences
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Technical and Computational Skills
Global Studies
Study of Ethics and Law
The Chemistry major focuses on the study of matter, energy and the interaction between them. Students take courses in general, organic, physical and analytical/instrumental chemistry, as well as an introductory general chemistry sequence and ancillary work in calculus and physics.
The Geology minor provides students with basic knowledge of the Earth—its relationship to the solar system, its origin and developmental history, its structure and composition and its dynamic processes.
Characteristics it possesses
Environmental and Sustainability Topics
Hands-on Learning
Technical and Computational Skills