What is ConsEnSus?

Implementation of sustainable engineering practices in industry has created a demand for engineers with both rigorous disciplinary skills and knowledge of environmental regulations, policies, and practices. The Concentrations in Environmental Sustainability, or ConsEnSus, program is designed to prepare students to meet this demand by providing the opportunity to pursue an MSE degree in a traditional engineering discipline coupled with advanced study in issues of environmental sustainability. The concentration comprises a coherent sequence of courses designed to enhance general sustainability literacy and prepare students to integrate sustainable engineering principles into professional practice.

Who is eligible?

Students must be enrolled in one of the participating five College of Engineering departments to receive credit for the ConsEnSus Program. Participating departments include:

§         Atmospheric and Oceanic Space Sciences

§         Civil and Environmental Engineering

§         Chemical Engineering

§         Mechanical Engineering

§         Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

*Additional departments may offer ConsEnSus at a later date.