Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering

Program Overview

The Environmental Engineering program at ASU prepares students to solve environmental problems and design sustainable systems. It covers fundamental engineering concepts, integrates courses from various disciplines, and features applied learning experiences. Graduates are equipped for careers in consulting, manufacturing, and the public sector, with job titles such as Environmental Engineer and Water/Wastewater Engineer.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program description: The program educates students to become engineers who solve environmental problems and design systems at various scales.
• Objectives:
• Contribute to a sustainable future through environmental engineering.
• Design solutions for air and water quality, hazardous waste management, water systems engineering, and environmental sustainability.
• Conduct research and design experiments.
• Prepare for professional licensure.
• Description:
• Covers fundamental engineering concepts applied to environmental processes and design.
• Integrates courses from humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering.
• Includes strong foundations in chemistry, microbiology, geology, physics, and mathematics.
• Features applied learning experiences through a required internship or research experience and a capstone design course.
• Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Outline:

• Concurrent Program Options: Students can pursue concurrent degrees in various fields.
• Accelerated Program Options: Students can obtain both bachelor's and master's degrees in five years.
• Available in Civil, Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, MS and Environmental Engineering, MS.
• Requires separate application for the graduate program.
• Required Courses (Major Map): Viewable on the program website.
• Courses:
• Air quality, hazardous waste, microbiology.
• Water systems engineering.
• Design of hazardous and solid waste management systems.
• Remediation of contaminated soil, sediment, and water.

Careers:

• Career opportunities:
• Consulting and manufacturing industries.
• Public sector: municipalities and regulatory agencies.
• Job titles:
• Engineering Manager
• Environmental Engineer
• Fire Protection Engineer
• Health and Safety Engineer
• Water/Wastewater Engineer
• Salaries: Varies based on experience, location, and specific job title.

Other:

• Global opportunities: Available through Global Education programs
• STEM-OPT extension: Available for international students on F-1 visas to gain experience in the U.S.