On graduation, students are prepared to work in the areas of water and wastewater treatment, air pollution control, solid waste management, and hydrology and water resources. The curriculum emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of environmental engineering with courses in both engineering and life sciences, including specialized courses on pollution control and waste management. If a student is interested in more intense specialization in one particular area, advanced level training is available leading to a Professional Degree in civil engineering, the Master of Civil Engineering, the Master of Science or the Doctor of Philosophy. Specialization areas include coastal and ocean engineering, computer-aided engineering, construction engineering and management, construction materials, environmental and water resources engineering, geotechnical engineering, mechanics and structural engineering and transportation engineering. With judicious choices of electives during the B. S. program, a student may also prepare for additional studies in law, business administration, business management and city and regional planning.
Guest speakers representing various aspects of engineering practice speak at weekly lunch meetings.
Students who accumulate outstanding academic records may be considered for membership in the Chi Epsilon Honorary Society. Through the generosity of industry and program alumni, many scholarships are available on a competitive basis to students in addition to university, college and need-based financial aid.