Program Overview
Villanova University's Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering equips students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable engineering principles and practices. Through a whole-systems approach, the program prepares students for careers in sustainability, emphasizing environmental, social, and economic impacts of engineering decisions. Students can choose from various concentrations and electives to tailor their studies to their interests. The program's experienced faculty utilize diverse teaching methods to enhance student learning and prepare them for success in the field.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Villanova University's Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable engineering principles and practices. The program emphasizes a whole-systems approach to problem-solving, considering the environmental, social, and economic impacts of engineering decisions. The program is open to engineers and non-engineers, and it is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue careers in sustainability.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable engineering principles and practices.
- To develop students' ability to apply a whole-systems approach to problem-solving.
- To prepare students for careers in sustainability.
Outline:
The Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering program consists of 30 credit hours of coursework, including:
- Core courses (12 credit hours)
- Concentration courses (9 credit hours)
- Electives (9 credit hours)
Core Courses:
- Sustainable Engineering: Introduction
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Sustainable Design
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Social Impact Assessment
- Economic Impact Assessment
Concentration Courses:
Students must choose one of the following concentration areas:
- Alternative and Renewable Energy
- Sustainable Infrastructure & Built Environment
- Sustainable Materials
- Sustainable Systems
- Water Resources Sustainability
Electives:
Students can choose electives from a variety of disciplines, including:
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Public Policy
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Papers
- Projects
- Presentations
Teaching:
The Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who are experts in their fields. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Case studies
- Field trips
- Guest lectures
Careers:
Graduates of the Master of Science in Sustainable Engineering program are prepared for careers in a variety of fields, including:
- Environmental consulting
- Energy management
- Sustainable product design
- Green building design
- Water resources management
- Public policy
