Q: Why is the transportation engineer always invited to parties? A: They know how to keep things flowing. What is Transportation Systems Engineering?  Transportation Systems Engineering is EngSci’s newest major and is the first undergraduate program of its kind in North America. As cities continue to grow, ensuring the efficient movement of people and goods has become increasingly complex. Rising … Read More

Photo by ThisisEngineering on Unsplash In your second year winter term of EngSci, you’ll select a major in which to specialize. There are a total of nine majors that cover a plethora of engineering disciplines. Choosing your major can be difficult, but there’s plenty of information to help you make the right decision!    The Roadmap Actionable steps in the process of choosing your major Throughout your first two years in EngSci, you’ll take courses … Read More

What is Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) underpins the foundation of many of the modern technologies we use every day. ECE sits at the core of all information computation and transmission as well as being central to the most useful form of energy: electricity!  Electrical and computer engineering integrates concepts such as signals, materials science, … Read More

Don’t anthropomorphize robots. They hate it when you do that. What is Robotics Engineering? Robotics Engineering is the study of robotic systems, combining circuitry, mechanical design, computer algorithms, and control systems to develop advanced mechatronic systems. Robotics Engineering combines several fields, including aerospace engineering, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, and material science. Robotics engineers work on a diverse set … Read More

Q: Why is it best to teach physics at the edge of a cliff? A: Because that’s where students have the most potential. What is Engineering Physics? The Engineering Physics major prepares students to apply cutting-edge research in physics and engineering to innovations in modern technologies. Engineering physicists work across a variety of industries, developing instruments for use in experiments (such as a gravitational … Read More

Why was the aerospace engineer always calm during turbulence?  They knew how to stay grounded…  What is Aerospace Engineering? Aerospace engineering involves the science, development, and testing of aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, satellites, rocket-propulsion systems, and robotic systems operating within or beyond earth’s atmosphere. In addition, aerospace engineers might work on cars, wind turbines, unmanned aerial vehicles, telescopes, and … Read More

The median and the mode walked into a bar. The bartender asks, “Where’s your other friend?” The median says, “We don’t like him anymore. He’s mean.” What is Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance? The EngSci Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance (MSF) major teaches the theory behind the financial instruments and markets that impact our global economy, giving students a strong background in using engineering mathematics to … Read More

Engineer: “What is 2 + 2?” Computer: “I don’t know” Engineer: “2 + 2 = 4” Computer: “Okay, 2 + 2 = 4” Enginer: “What is 3 + 3?” Computer: “3 + 3 = 4” What is Machine Intelligence (MI)? Machine Intelligence is the study, development, and application of computer algorithms that can identify patterns in data … Read More

Q: What’s a wind turbine’s favorite color? A: Blew. What is Energy Systems Engineering? The Energy Systems Engineering major prepares students to design systems that satisfy the growing global need for the production and distribution of affordable and sustainable energy. You’ll learn how to tackle urgent issues in energy generation, storage, and transmission, while understanding the environmental, political, and … Read More

Q: What do you call an organic compound with an attitude? A: A-mean-o acid. What is Biomedical Systems Engineering? Biomedical Systems Engineering (BME) combines life sciences, engineering, and physical sciences to solve fundamental biological questions and challenging healthcare problems. Biomedical Engineers design artificial organs and prosthetics, create biomaterials for drug delivery, use machine learning to improve medical imaging, and more.  The major … Read More