Environmental Engineering

Undergraduate Program Objectives

 Graduates of the undergraduate program in Environmental Engineering will

1.      Excel in the engineering practice, research and management associated with the protection and conservation of ecological and human health.

2.      Play key roles in the analysis of the behavior of complex natural and engineered environmental systems and design infrastructure in a sustainable way to meet societal needs.

3.      Apply their broad environmental engineering training to excel and become leaders in a diverse range of professions including engineering consulting, industry, medicine, law, government, and education.

4.      Think critically, behave ethically and consider the technical and social consequences of their work, especially as it affects the health, safety and environment of both ecological and human communities. 

5.      Apply their knowledge creatively and innovatively throughout their careers to meet the challenges posed by a rapidly changing world. 

Undergraduate Program Outcomes

Our program has adopted the "(a) - (k,l)" outcomes listed by ABET.

Environmental Engineering programs must demonstrate that their students attain:

a.       an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (including chemistry, physics, earth science, biological science, and fluid mechanics)

b.      an ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data in more than one focus area (air, water, land, radiation health)

c.       an ability to design an system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability

d.      an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

e.       an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

f.        an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

g.      an ability to communicate effectively

h.      the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental and social context

i.        a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

j.        a knowledge of contemporary issues

k.      an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for professional engineering practice.

l.        Understanding of concepts of professional practice and the roles and responsibilities of public institutions and private organizations pertaining to environmental engineering.