UB Programs At-A-Glance

Engineering and Applied Sciences, School of

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
410 Bonner Hall
North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260-1900

Phone: 716.645.2774
Fax: 716.645.2495
Web: www.eng.buffalo.edu/

Mark H. Karwan
Dean

Robert E. Barnes
Associate Dean

Paul S. Goodman
Associate Dean

John E. Van Benschoten
Associate Dean

Kerry Collins-Gross
Assistant Dean

Drexel E. Gidney
Senior Academic Advisor and Director of Minority Programs

Margaret J. Meachem
Senior Academic Advisor

Carl R. F. Lund
Associate Dean

Teresa Miklitsch
Senior Academic Advisor

Rajan Batta
Associate Dean

Jane Sinclair
Senior Academic Advisor

About the Program

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences offers eight programs leading to the degree of bachelor of science (BS) in engineering: — aerospace, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, industrial, and mechanical engineering. These programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, Inc.

Engineering Accreditation Commission
ABET, Inc.
111 Market Place, Suite 1050
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-347-7700
Fax: (410)-625-2238
E-mail: accreditation@abet.org
Web: www.abet.org

BA and BS degrees in computer science are offered through the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, and a BS degree in engineering physics is offered jointly with the Department of Physics.

To meet accreditation requirements, engineering programs must demonstrate that graduates can:
(a) Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
(b) Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
(c) Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints
(d) Function on multi-disciplinary teams
(e) Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
(f) Understand professional and ethical responsibility
(g) Communicate effectively


In addition, graduates must have:
(h)The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
(i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
(j) A knowledge of contemporary issues
(k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Candidates from secondary schools (high schools) must have completed mathematics through trigonometry, and should have completed higher-level courses such as chemistry and physics. High school grades, class standing, Regents exam scores, and either Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Testing (ACT) scores are considered in the admission process. Incoming freshmen are admitted directly to the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences or to departments within the school.

The undergraduate engineering program provides a solid background in engineering fundamentals and gives students an opportunity for hands-on experience throughout the engineering curriculum. The program provides students with a strong technical foundation, enables them to integrate their engineering education within the broader economic and technological environment, and fosters a desire for continued learning. The curriculum allows students flexibility in their programs of study and encourages interaction between students and faculty. The undergraduate educational experience is intended to facilitate placement of graduates in high-quality engineering positions or to prepare students for advanced study.

UB Engineering Mission Statement. The mission of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences is to provide effective and high-quality engineering education at the undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education levels. Integral to this mission is an infrastructure of expertise and facilities that can support professional engineering education, advanced degree programs and research in important areas of applied science and technology. We will be a leader in forging and maintaining significant, mutually committed partnerships between our faculty and staff and students, alumni, industry, government, and other national and international educational institutions. Our specific mission objectives are to:
(1) Educate students to think critically and creatively, to identify and solve important technological problems, and to practice engineering with technical skill, a high regard for ethical principles and an understanding of economic and environmental realities.
(2) Perform high-quality research that advances applied science or technology while preparing future researchers for industrial, academic, and government positions.
(3) Contribute to interdisciplinary educational and to meet complex technological and societal needs.
(4) Perform high-quality research that advances applied science and technology while preparing future researchers for industrial, academic and government positions.
(5) Provide and coordinate educational, technical, and information services to industry, government, practicing engineers, educators, and the public.
(6) Become a leading catalyst for attracting and increasing the private sector to Western New York and New York State.
(7) Reach out internationally for cooperation in education and research.

About Our Degrees

Acceptance Criteria

Entering freshmen must have completed mathematics through trigonometry, and should have completed physics and other higher-level courses, including computer sciences. High school grades, Regents exam scores, class standing, and either Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Testing (ACT) scores are considered in the admission process.

About Our Courses

For course descriptions, please see the Undergraduate Catalog.

Practical Experience and Special Academic Opportunities

As part of their undergraduate education, students are encouraged to participate in work experience classes and research opportunities.

Work experience is available through the Engineering Career Institute program in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, as well as departmental co-op and internship classes. The Engineering Career Institute (EAS 396, 1 academic credit) provides career-effectiveness skills and co-op placement assistance during the junior year. This may be followed by one to three co-op work experiences (EAS 496, 2 academic credit hours). Additional information about the Engineering Career Institute or Co-op program is available from the Corporate Relations office in 415 Bonner Hall.
Undergraduate research experiences are available for course credit (Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity or Independent Study) or without credit working as an assistant in the research laboratory of a faculty member. The Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity serves as a clearing house for information regarding undergraduate research.


Extracurricular Activities

See the UB Student Association.

Career Information and Further Study

See websites of individual departments within the School of Engineering (Aerospace, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, and Mechanical) for career information. UB's Career Services office serves as a liaison between employers and students and provides students with a wide variety of job-related services.

Links to Further Information About This Program

Last Modified: Tuesday, 7-Nov-2006 10:26:07 EST