Environmental engineering students focus their studies through classes in chemistry, biology, fluid mechanics, hydrology, and the design of drinking water and municipal wastewater treatment systems.
The program goals are to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that benefit society and protect and restore the environment within the context of our urban infrastructure.
Pollutant fate and remediation (air, water, and soil)
Solid/hazardous waste management
Sustainable development
Water and wastewater treatment design
Environmental microbiology
Solving Environmental Problems
"I hope to solve environmental problems that are presenting themselves in this coming century in order to preserve the environment for coming generations, because I know the outdoors has had a big impact on me and I want to let others experience it like I have."
—Aileen Zebrowski, Environmental Engineering
Career Opportunities
Environmental engineering graduates could pursue careers in areas such as:
Applying technologies to generate potable drinking water and to mitigate the environmental impact of municipal wastewater.
