Learning outcomes
Geological engineering combines aspects of environmental, civil and geotechnical engineering with the geological sciences to find solutions to societies most pressing and challenging questions: How will structures built into the Earth or of Earth materials behave and respond? How to safely and sustainably extract natural resources and contain environmental contaminants? How to predict and mitigate natural hazards like floods and landslides in our changing world?
Graduates of the bachelor's degree in geological engineering will be trained to:
- Apply physics, chemistry, hydrology, geology and engineering science to understanding the Earth
- Recognize and cope with environmental hazards such as earthquakes, floods and landslides
- Acquire natural resources while preserving the environment
Our program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Accreditation ensures that the program has clearly articulated Program Educational Objectives for graduates, directly assessable Student Outcomes for program majors, and publicly available enrollment and graduation data.