Recent technological, economic, and social developments have significantly extended the range of problems to which engineering skills and methodologies must be applied. Problems in environmental quality, transportation systems, and urban planning, among others, challenge students to develop programs combining technical knowledge with social and political awareness. In addition, the complexity of our technological society requires that some engineers integrate studies in several technical areas.

To meet these needs, the Interdisciplinary Engineering Program - B.S. (Engineering) - allows students to combine studies in several engineering fields or to combine studies in engineering with studies in other fields. This program can prepare students for a wide variety of career and graduate school opportunities while providing a distinctive undergraduate education.

The program, however, is suited best for those students who have clearly defined career goals. Because the degree is non-departmental, the program does not provide the conventional career opportunities available to students in departmental programs.

Successful completion of the Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Degree Program results in a B.S. degree rather than a B.S.E. degree. Students who need a standard engineering background should consider a departmental B.S.E. program.

Accreditation

Students should note that this program does not meet the requirement of the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for Professional Engineering Certification.