Why Study Engineering Science?
Looking for an extremely flexible engineering curriculum with multiple tracks? You're in the right place. Engineering Science is a multidisciplinary program that provides the fundamental framework in physical and chemical sciences, material sciences and engineering, mathematics, and more. You'll personalize your curriculum by choosing one of many exciting specializations.
Areas of study:
- Biotechnology
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Sample courses:
- Learning from Engineering Disaster
- Engineering Laboratory
- Fluid Flow, Heat & Mass Transport
- Materials of the Modern World
Successful applicants in this major will have earned outstanding grades in calculus and physics, and performed exceptionally well on the Math section of the SAT and/or ACT.
After Graduation
Your college decision isn't really about the next four years. We get it. It’s about what doors are opened by your degree and whether those opportunities are what you had envisioned for yourself. Nearly 95% of SBU grads go to professional or graduate school. Here's a snapshot of what life after graduation looks like for some of them.
Civil Engineering
Our Department of Civil Engineering is reaching new heights. Our goal is to train the next generation of civil engineers to tackle society's most pressing infrastructure problems. With world-class faculty, dedicated staff, and top-notch research facilities, Stony Brook is an excellent place to begin your studies and pursue a career in Civil Engineering.
Areas of study:
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Structural Engineering & Construction Materials
- Transportation Engineering
- Water Resources & Environmental Engineering
Computer Engineering
Get ready for hands-on experience, designing and creating products like GPS navigation systems, cell phones, or microprocessors. You'll work on computer and data processing equipment, which frequently encompass both hardware and software. Many of our courses have laboratory components where you'll be exposed to experiential learning.
Areas of study:
- Engineering Sciences
- Engineering Design
- Discrete Mathematics and Probability/Statistics
- Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
In our Electrical Engineering major, you'll study everything from electronic circuits and control systems to robotics and automation. Our ABET-accredited program incorporates laboratory components to many courses, so you'll have many hands-on experiences. You'll design, develop, and test systems and circuits, employ computers to analyze, model, and understand important concepts, and learn to solve engineering problems.
Areas of study:
- General Electrical Engineering
- Microelectronics
- Telecommunications
Mechanical Engineering
Our Mechanical Engineering major will prepare you for a variety of career paths in different industrial environments. Our curriculum provides you with the detailed mechanical engineering education and training required for immediate entry into the job market. You'll gain hands-on experience in the design, building and testing of tools and machines in our classes and labs. Our ABET-accredited program also has opportunities for you to perform research and compete in national and international student engineering competitions.
Areas of study:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Materials Science
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Economics