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EngSci Majors

Selecting Your Major

Photo by ThisisEngineering on Unsplash At the end of your 2nd year of EngSci, you will select a major in which to specialize. There are a total of eight majors that are very diverse and cover a plethora of engineering disciplines. Choosing your major can be difficult, but there is plenty of information to help … Read More

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Q: Why do programmers frequently confuse Halloween and Christmas? A: Because OCT 31 = DEC 25 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. The “electrical” half involves concepts like signals, materials science, and power, and the “computer” half … Read More

Engineering Mathematics, Statistics & Finance

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 major (MSF) teaches the theory behind the financial instruments and markets that impact our global economy, giving … Read More

Engineering Physics

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 applies cutting-edge research in physics and engineering to real-world innovations in many modern technologies. Engineering physicists work across a variety of industries, developing instruments … Read More

Machine Intelligence Engineering

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 Engineering (MI)? Machine Intelligence is the study, development, and application of computer algorithms that can identify … Read More

Robotics Engineering

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. … Read More

Energy Systems Engineering

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 energy systems that satisfy the global need for the production and transportation of affordable and sustainable energy. Students learn how to tackle urgent issues in energy generation, storage, and transmission, while understanding … Read More

Biomedical Systems Engineering

Q: What do you call an organic compound with an attitude? A: A-mean-o acid. What is Biomedical Systems Engineering? Biomedical Systems Engineering (a.k.a. Biomed) 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 … Read More

Aerospace Engineering

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 … Read More