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THE WORLD NEEDS ENGINEERS
Look around you. Almost everything you see has been created or made better by
engineers, computer scientists or construction managers. Engineers use math, science and creativity to solve problems. They design, develop and form new technologies,
pioneer advancements in green energy and build the community around you. If you are
interested in a challenging, exciting and rewarding career that truly makes an impact on society, consider starting your future at the SIUE School of Engineering.
WELCOME TO THE SIUE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING At SIUE, you will gain both theoretical and applied knowledge from a challenging
and innovative curriculum taught by top-notch faculty. Recognized nationally and internationally for their research and scholarly projects, our faculty members are
committed to involving students in their work and they believe that hands-on learning is an essential part of the education process. he School of Engineering is housed in the T Engineering Building, an almost 200,000-squarefoot state-of-the-art facility. Nearly an acre of glass forms the curtain walls on two sides of the building. Walkways cross a three-story atrium at the second and third floor levels. Exposed structural and HVAC systems make the building a “living laboratory� for students interested in building design and construction. A campus green roof research project tops one section of the Engineering Building roof. The building houses 55 engineering laboratories including those listed to the right.
Transportation Simulation Virtual Reality Wind Tunnel Materials Testing Thermodynamics Environmental Testing Mechatronics Robotics Information Technology Development Computer Integrated Manufacturing Soil Mechanics
Many School of Engineering faculty members have extensive industry experience and serve as consultants to highly regarded engineering firms. Working alongside expert faculty members who are engaged in research and well-respected in their field will help you build professional and academic networks, and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technological innovations.
The School of Engineering offers a dynamic and innovative learning environment. Class sizes are small, providing students with an interactive learning experience. Faculty members are readily accessible and teach almost all of the core and advanced classes. Engineering faculty bring up-todate, relevant expertise to the classroom. They actively conduct research and invite undergraduates to participate in their scholarly projects.
Available Programs Include Civil Engineering – BS, MS Computer Engineering – BS Computer Science – BA, BS, MS Construction Management – BS Electrical Engineering – BS, MS Industrial Engineering – BS, MS Mechanical Engineering – BS, MS Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering - BS
Accelerated Masters Programs:
Accelerated BS+MS programs are available for the following programs: civil engineering, computer science, industrial engineering, and mechanical engineering.
Admission Requirements
Students admitted to programs offered in the School of Engineering shall have met the University admission requirements and the following additional School of Engineering requirements:
Minors offered in all programs except Civil Engineering Engineering Science – PhD (collaborative program with SIU Carbondale)
• Complete all Academic Development courses required by the University
Computer Science – PhD (collaborative program with SIU Carbondale)
• Be eligible to enroll in MATH 125 Pre-calculus or higher
The SIUE School of Engineering offers a comprehensive collection of professionally accredited engineering programs, more than most engineering schools in the region.
• Complete any courses to address high school deficiencies
• Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
COMMITTED TO
The School of Engineering is committed to providing you an environment that Living and Learning Communities A separate wing in one of our residence halls is set aside for freshman engineering students who choose to live and learn together. You will share many core classes and have the ideal setting for study groups. The Engineering Building atrium is a popular spot for engineering students to study independently or in groups.
Undergraduate Research The SIUE Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities program lets undergraduate students work closely with faculty to design, conduct and assist with research and creative projects, such as designing a robotic interface to control multiple robot formations.
Professional Advisement From the moment you enroll in the School of Engineering, you will have access to full-time, professional advising staff who provide academic advising, support and resources.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
As a School of Engineering student, you will have the opportunity to be active in numerous projects outside of the classroom. You’ll gain valuable, real-world experience that is necessary for success in today’s job market.
Senior Assignment
SIUE is regularly recognized for having an outstanding senior capstone experience which requires all SIUE seniors to complete a senior project prior to graduation. Past projects by engineering students include: • design an automated checkerboard which allows users to play the game with people around the world on an electronic device • design and build a prototype robotic prosthetic arm for above elbow amputees that is more functional and affordable than what is currently available • conduct the geotechnical design for a levee enlargement and seepage control project in Tensas Parish, La • develop a mobile app to be used by medical researchers to correlate and improve injury treatments from data entered by roller derby athletes Pictured at left: Members of the SIUE School of Engineering Engineers Without Borders student chapter traveled to Honduras and applied what they’ve learned in the classroom, while improving community members’ basic quality of life through sustainable engineering projects.
STUDENT SUCCESS
enables you to be successful in your academic pursuits and your future careers. Career Placement The School of Engineering has prepared more than 7,000 graduates to meet the growing needs of our region, nation and world for more engineers, computer scientists and construction managers. More than 60 percent of our alumni work in the St. Louis Metro area. The vast majority of our alumni are placed
Co-ops and Internships Engineering students work closely with
within their field of expertise within six months of graduation.
the SIUE Career Development Center to get internships, co-ops and permanent positions. Our active partnerships with more than 100 St. Louis-based companies such as Anheuser-Busch InBev, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Emerson, Bayer, Ameren, The Boeing Company, Alberici and the Korte Company provide exciting, challenging and well-paid opportunities for engineering students.
Student Competitions
Collegiate competitions give you the opportunity to apply your classroom learning in a team environment, while gaining communication and leadership skills which will enhance your academic experience and benefit your future career. Numerous competition teams are available, including the following.
Cougar Baja
The members of the Cougar Baja team design and fabricate a scaled down off-road vehicle that will survive rough terrain, water and challenging race events in the annual Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Baja competition.
Concrete Canoe
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) National Concrete Canoe competition challenges teams to design and build a concrete canoe that will not only float, but also sustain the weight of team members as they race the canoe in events.
Formula SAE Race Car
The SIUE Formula 1 SAE racing team designs a mini-race car with CAD software. They then build the vehicle and race against some of the best engineering schools in the country.
Robotics Team
Engineering and computer science students build and program robots from scratch for the Engineers IEEE Robotics competition. Each robot is challenged to complete certain tasks, such as acquiring and releasing materials, navigating a game board and competing head-to-head with other robots.
CIVIL ENGINEERING Do you want to protect the environment? Improve or even save lives? Build a better world for tomorrow? Then civil engineering is the profession for you. Civil engineers create systems to clean water and control pollution, plan safe and efficient transportation systems, and design sturdy but stunning structures. They serve as planners and policy-makers. They create a sustainable world and enhance the overall quality of life. At SIUE, our civil engineering program is focused on environmental, transportation, geotechnical and structural engineering. You will develop practical engineering skills along with the ability to incorporate economic considerations, social context, community needs, and public safety and sustainability concerns into your engineering practice.
Raphael Heinzmann
An exchange student from Germany, Raphael is studying civil engineering through a partnership between his home institution, Hochschule Mainz, and SIUE. He appreciates the friendliness and support of the campus community, along with the research opportunities available to him in the United States. He is confident his international engineering experiences are giving him broadened understanding and versatility that will prepare him to seek careers anywhere in the world.
Civil engineers work for engineering consulting firms, federal, state and local government agencies, construction and manufacturing industries, insurance companies, environmental organizations and engineering research firms.
COMPUTER SCIENCE This is an exciting time in the technology revolution and computer scientists will lead the way. Computer scientists develop solutions in fields as diverse as medicine and entertainment, develop effective ways to help protect the homeland and help discover the secrets of the genome. As a computer scientist, you might create innovative ways to address challenges in areas such as robotics, computer vision or artificial intelligence. At SIUE, you will learn computational principles, user interface design, project management, problem solving and computing systems. You can choose to focus your studies in the areas of networks, database management, graphics, robotics, game design, mobile applications or artificial intelligence.
Computer science graduates find jobs in business, cyber security, mobile applications, networking, medicine, game and movie entertainment, education, robotics, agriculture and the military.
Megan Heisler
When Megan Heisler transferred to SIUE to major in computer science, she set about to encourage other women to consider careers in computers. As vice president and founding member of the Women in Computer Science and Computer Engineering student group, she seeks to break down stereotypes and get women involved in computer science. “We want them to realize this is not a man’s field,” she said. “With so much flexibility and variety of jobs available, this is an awesome field for women.”
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT The construction industry is one of the largest components of the U.S. economy. The scope of construction ranges from single buildings to mega-projects whose total costs are in the billions of dollars. Working as part of a team of owners, architects, engineers, and contractors, in construction management, you can positively influence the world around you.
At SIUE, the construction management curriculum addresses the industry’s continuing changes in management approaches and technology. You will learn leading-edge construction management and engineering techniques, giving you the knowledge and skills necessary to coordinate the multi-faceted aspects of today’s construction industry.
Cole Hagen
An Edwardsville native, Cole Hagen was looking for a college that offered a strong construction management program. After speaking with employers in the industry, he knew that construction firms prefer candidates with a good understanding of both the engineering and business aspects of the industry. He found that the SIUE Construction Management program would provide the excellent education and practical experiences he needed to meet the demands of the work force. Cole has expanded his horizons by incorporating a semester abroad in Australia as part of his studies.
Construction management is brimming with work opportunities. The global evolution of the green industry adds dimension to this rewarding career field.
ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING Do you get excited waiting for the latest cell phones to be available or for the introduction of the next tablet computer? How about the latest laptop, gaming system or wearable technology? Innovative systems that power the world, as well as those that process information are created by electrical and computer engineers. Technology is fascinating and constantly changing, and electrical and computer engineers are leading the way.
At SIUE, electrical and computer engineering students gain the knowledge needed to create innovative solutions to today’s challenging problems. Areas of study in electrical engineering include electronic systems design, power generation and distribution, image processing, radio frequency (RF) design, satellite communications, aerospace control systems, and digital signal processing.
Areas of study in computer engineering include integrated circuit design, computer architecture, network design, computer vision, bio-engineering, wireless networks and information security. Electrical and computer engineers work in aerospace, consumer electronics, automotive, bio-medical, robotics, manufacturing, power generation and distribution.
Miranda Fulton
A student in electrical engineering and Provost Scholarship recipient, Miranda enjoys problem solving and was always called upon to fix electronics at home. After first experiencing the School of Engineering as a high school engineering summer camper, the college decision was an easy one. Her education at SIUE has provided a rich and fundamental understanding of mathematics and how it is applied to the world around us. Miranda values opportunities to connect with industry leaders and the strong support network she receives as a member of the Society for Women Engineers.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
A staggering three million parts, components and sub-assemblies are used to make one aircraft. Industrial engineers know which materials, machines, processes, robots, computerbased controls and analysis tools, information networks, and people are needed to make each one of those parts. They relate to the total picture of productivity improvement, applying problem solving techniques in almost every kind of organization imaginable. They design the logistics of distribution that make it possible for UPS and FedEx to deliver millions of packages every day. At SIUE, you will take basic and fundamental courses along with specialized courses in facilities design, production planning and control, operations research, quality control, computer-integrated manufacturing, process and product design, and tool engineering. These specialized courses reflect the impact of recent developments in operations research, information processing and automation.
Jeremy Jones
The industrial engineering faculty made such an impression on Jeremy at the School’s annual open house that he chose to pursue his degree at SIUE. The industrial engineering major and Provost Scholarship recipient has dreamt of an engineering career since fifth grade, when he won a regional competition for the Engineers in the Classroom program. A member of the Institute of Industrial and System Engineers, Jeremy looks forward to networking experiences with industry leaders for potential internship and job opportunities.
SIUE industrial engineering graduates are highly sought after to work at companies involved in aerospace, automotive, bio-engineering, manufacturing, mining, agriculture, power generation and distribution, textiles and transportation.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Do you love to tinker with machines and mechanical systems? Mechanical engineering may be for you. You can become an expert in designing, building and maintaining machines. You could also work to harness and utilize alternative energy sources, develop more efficient heating and air-conditioning systems, create new life-saving medical devices, or design robots and airplanes.
At SIUE, you will develop the knowledge and creative abilities needed to apply existing technologies to solve new problems and develop new technologies to resolve existing problems. You will learn from faculty members who are actively engaged in research activities in the areas of energy conversion, dynamics and vibration, control systems and robotics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
As a mechanical engineer, you can apply your creativity and problem-solving skills to a wide spectrum of careers. You can choose to work in aerospace, automotive, bio-engineering, manufacturing, mining, agriculture, transportation, textiles, or power generation and distribution.
Josh McCoy
Having to drop his first calculus class dissuaded Josh McCoy from pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). While he pursued a career in the creative arts instead, his love for science continued to grow, as did his regrets over not pursuing a STEM career. After 10 years away, with a full-time job and family of four, he enrolled in SIUE’s mechanical engineering program. Josh put hard work and passion at the forefront of his studies, and boasts a 3.93 GPA.
MECHATRONICS AND ROBOTICS ENGINEERING Are you interested in shaping the future and impacting the world by developing intelligent devices? Devices such as self-driving cars, intelligent space navigation systems, connected appliances, and automated manufacturing systems are in growing demand. As society increases its reliance on intelligent devices such as these, the need for engineers who can design them is on the rise. By combining mechanical and electrical engineering with control systems and electronics, the School of Engineering is at the forefront of this field as one of the first engineering schools in the Midwest with a bachelor of science in mechatronics and robotics engineering. Mechatronics and robotics engineers have the necessary knowledge to integrate the multidisciplinary design and development aspects of intelligent devices from beginning to end, rather
than completing mechanical, electrical and control designs separately. These devices have mechanical and electrical components, sensors and computer software - all working together, harmoniously. Mechatronics and robotics engineers find jobs in companies that design, develop and manufacture intelligent devices and equipment for medical, automotive, communication, aviation, agriculture, construction and entertainment industries.
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Visiting campus is the best way to experience SIUE, and we offer a variety of campus visit opportunities. Explore Engineering Day is an open house event held each fall. Preview SIUE days are held in the spring summer and fall. Engineering Summer Camps provide high school students the opportunity to spend a week experiencing engineering and residential college life.
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