An IDE concentration lets you pursue your passions without the additional cost and time of a second major or minor. 

  • Concentrations can be from within or beyond engineering.
  • You can create your own self-directed concentration.

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Applied Mathematics (APPM) Concentration (12 credits)

A versatile set of mathematical techniques and computational methods to solve, analyze and model complex real world situations.

    Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Concentration (12 credits)

     Examine the dynamical, physical, and chemical processes that occur in the atmosphere and ocean.

    Business Concentration (12 credits)

    Core classes for students who want to excel in the real-world business environment.

      Computer Science Concentration (15 credits)

      Learn how to program and understand computer science theory to design creative solutions and improve your hireability.

      Creative Technology and Design Concentration (15 credits)

      Integrate practical design skills and a maker mentality with a critical, theoretical and historical understanding of technology, media and design.

        CU Teach Engineering Concentrations (51-75 credits)

        The best should teach! Earn an engineering degree and secondary (grades 7-12) math or science licensure simultaneously.

        Developing Communities Concentration (15 credits)

        Consider unique engineering challenges that span cultural, social, economic, political, and technical spheres. 

          Economics Concentration (13 credits)

          Gain a quantitative, policy-oriented social science perspective on economics based on theory and real-world applications.

          Engineering Entrepreneurship Concentration (12 credits)

          Learn to practice entrepreneurship within engineering and technology. 

          Engineering Leadership (12 credit hours)

          This concentration is designed for students who are deeply curious about leadership and its manifold relationship with science, technology, humanity and political society. Must include at least 4 classes AND fulfill the requirements for the Engineering Leadership Certificate . If a student takes ENLP 3100 as part of their Engineering...

          Engineering Management Concentration (12 credits)

          Students will refine their interpersonal skills, leadership skills and understand a business framework in an engineering and technology environment. 

          Engineering Physics Concentration (12-13 credit hours)

          Develop an enhanced understanding of the interrelationship between physics, math and engineering.

          Environmental Policy Concentration (13-14 credits)

          Think broadly about the impact of environmental policy challenges.

          Geographic Information Systems Concentration (16 credits)

          Identify, analyze and understand spatial patterns and gain a deeper understanding of computation and analytical problem-solving.

          Geological Sciences Concentration (14-16 credits)

          Acquire a basic knowledge of geology from one of the best universities for geosciences in the world.

          Language, Literature, and Culture Concentration (12-16 credits)

          Learn a language at a high level and broaden your horizons as a globally adept engineer.

          Neuroscience Concentration (13-15 credits)

          Develop an enhanced understanding of the field of neuroscience through an introduction to the interdisciplinary breadth of the biological sciences. 

          Pre-Medical Concentration (15-18 credits)

          For students intending to apply to medical school after completion of their undergraduate engineering degree. 

          Security, Defense and Military Concentration (12 credits)

          Gain a broader understanding of security, defense and military issues.

          Self-Directed Concentration

          Students with a specific interest that does not match a pre-existing concentration may elect to create their own customized concentration that meets their personal interests and goals. It may be external to or within engineering.

          STEM Education Concentration (12 credits)

          An opportunity to engage in a design-rich, educational curriculum with K-12 teaching experience at multiple levels. Develop a deeper knowledge of K-12 education without completing a teaching licensure program.