Program Overview
Environmental Engineering Program
The Environmental Engineering program at UC Davis is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design sustainable solutions for society. Environmental engineers apply knowledge from physics, chemistry, biology, and the social sciences to address a variety of problems, including water and wastewater treatment, ecosystem remediation, analysis of chemical fate and transport in the natural environment, and modeling of hydrologic and atmospheric flows.
Major Requirements
As an environmental engineering major, students will begin their study with an extensive series of foundation courses in science and mathematics, and two introductory courses specific to civil and environmental engineering. At the upper division level, students will take advanced courses in specific topics in environmental and water resources engineering, including:
- Water and wastewater treatment
- Analysis of chemical fate and transport in natural environments
- Modeling of hydrologic and atmospheric flows
- Water resources management
Careers
Graduates of the Environmental Engineering program can pursue a variety of careers, including:
- Environmental Engineering Consultant
- Environmental Engineer
- Lawyer
- Professor
- Engineer
Graduate Study
The program also prepares students for graduate study in fields such as:
- Environmental engineering
- Civil engineering
- Law
- Environmental policy
- Chemical engineering
Alumni Employers
Some of the notable employers of Environmental Engineering graduates from UC Davis include:
- California Department of Water Resources
- Carollo
- HDR
- Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District
- San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
Related Degrees
The Environmental Engineering program is related to other degrees such as:
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Hydrology
Program Features
The program offers various features, including:
- Internship opportunities
- Research projects and labs
- Global learning programs
- Undergraduate research opportunities
- Career guidance and support
What Can I Do with My Environmental Engineering Major?
The Environmental Engineering program at UC Davis provides students with a strong foundation for a variety of career opportunities. Students can learn how to connect their major to career opportunities and explore the many paths available to them.