B.S. in Engineering Science

The Engineering Science curriculum combines mathematical and scientific theory with engineering courses and laboratory-based learning, helping students understand how scientific principles are applied to real systems. Students study subjects involving mechanics, electrical circuits, materials, fluid flow and measurements, while the College of Engineering provides laboratories for undergraduate instruction and research. The program also allows faculty-approved electives so students can explore a technical area aligned with their future academic or professional interests:

• MAE 241: Measurements Laboratory — Students gain experience with engineering measurements and laboratory methods, helping them connect theoretical principles with practical observation and analysis.

• ECE 204: Electrical Circuits Laboratory — This laboratory course complements electrical circuit theory and helps students develop practical understanding of circuit behavior and electrical systems.

• PHY 106 and PHY 108: Physics Laboratories — Students undertake laboratory work alongside their physics studies, developing experience with scientific observation, measurements and experimental methods.

• CHM 113 and CHM 114: Chemistry Laboratories — Laboratory courses support students' understanding of chemical principles and provide practical experience alongside the chemistry curriculum.

• College of Engineering Laboratories — The university maintains specialized instructional and research facilities across engineering disciplines, including the Electronics Laboratory, Digital Design Laboratory, Materials Lab and Advanced Materials Fabrication, Characterization and Testing Lab. Access to a particular facility depends on the student's coursework, research involvement and department arrangements.

• Advanced Materials Research Facilities — The College's materials-related research facilities provide an opportunity to explore how materials are fabricated, characterized and tested, supporting interests in materials science and applied engineering.

• Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Facilities — Facilities such as the Wind Tunnel Lab, Computational Fluid Dynamics Lab and Advanced Aerospace Materials Simulation Lab reflect the wider engineering research environment available at the university.

• Faculty-Approved Technical Electives — Students select advanced courses in mathematics, science or engineering with approval from their faculty advisor, allowing them to tailor their studies to their academic objectives.

• Premedical Study Option — Students interested in medicine can incorporate BIL 150 and BIL 160 into the Engineering Science curriculum to satisfy basic premedical requirements, subject to consultation with the program's faculty advisor and the university's premedical studies coordinator.

• Toppel Career Center — Students can access career coaching, internship-search guidance, resume reviews, practice interviews, employer presentations and career fairs to help connect their academic preparation with professional opportunities.

The Engineering Science B.S. prepares students to build on a broad foundation in engineering and the pure sciences, particularly through graduate study, research or further specialization. Depending on their chosen electives, academic interests and additional qualifications, graduates may pursue opportunities in technical analysis, research and development, engineering-related industries or premedical pathways.

Typical career options: Research Engineer, Materials Testing Engineer, Engineering Research Assistant, Systems Analyst

• Toppel Career Center — Provides career coaching, resume and interview support, job and internship search assistance, networking events, employer presentations and career fairs. Students can also use Handshake to explore job and internship listings.

• Internship Support — The Toppel Internship Program offers a transcript notation for qualifying internships students have already secured, while career coaches help students explore opportunities related to their interests and professional goals.

• Engineering Research Environment — The College of Engineering maintains laboratories for undergraduate instruction, graduate research and sponsored research. These facilities can support students interested in pursuing research experience, subject to eligibility and faculty opportunities.

• Employment and Salary Information — The university provides an interactive graduate-outcomes resource and career services to support career planning. A verified, current employment rate or average starting salary specifically for Engineering Science graduates was not identified in the official program information, so a program-specific figure should not be assumed.

• Professional Licensing Considerations — The General Concentration does not meet the stated requirements for professional engineering registration. Students intending to become licensed professional engineers should check the relevant licensing rules and the accreditation status of any alternative degree they are considering.

• Long-Term Professional Development — The program's grounding in mathematics, physics, chemistry and engineering provides a foundation for further specialization. Career opportunities will depend on the student's elective choices, additional experience, graduate qualifications and the requirements of the target occupation.

• Interdisciplinary Preparation — The curriculum brings together mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, mathematics and the physical sciences, giving students a foundation for technical work that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries.

Further Academic Progression: The program is particularly well suited to students planning to pursue a master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering, materials science, applied physics, chemistry or a related research field. Students interested in medicine may also use the program's premedical option to complete basic prerequisites, while consulting advisors to identify any additional courses required by their intended medical schools.