Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Environmental Engineering

This program provides a strong foundation in engineering and design principles and applies biological, chemical and physical content to technical problems in water and wastewater engineering, air quality and pollution control, waste management and public health. Students graduating from this program can design solutions to complex environmental problems and are prepared to become registered professional engineers specializing in environmental engineering in their future careers. Environmental engineers work in industry, government (federal, state, tribal, county, city), and consulting sectors, performing work with: air and water quality pollution control and management solid and hazardous waste management environmental regulations toxicology and risk assessment microbiological processes Careers: Society’s demand for essentials such as clean air, food and water, sustainable land use and consumer products pose large-scale, practical problems. Environmental engineers use engineering, biological and chemical principles to design and operate pollution control and impact mitigation systems. Learn to be part of the solution to some of society’s greatest challenges when you study environmental engineering at NAU. Taught by faculty who are also registered professional engineers, you will have multiple opportunities for undergraduate research and hands-on experience, including coursework in our four-year Design4Practice program. This program leads to exciting careers in the public or private sectors where you can make a difference. Career opportunities that might be pursued: City or county planning agency Construction firm Consulting engineering firm Federal or state agency With further education, one of these paths is possible: Environmental engineer Researcher Environmental policy analyst University professor