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Engineering degree programs

The College of Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in nine different engineering disciplines.

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Interdisciplinary minors

Complement your major with industry-oriented skills by adding a minor.

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Bachelor's degrees

Our engineering majors offer broad-based education in nine engineering disciplines.

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Graduate degrees

Research and industry-oriented master's and Ph.D. programs offer more specialized skills.

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Introducing kids to engineering

We offer a range of K-12 programs that make engineering accessible to Nevada's youth.

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Training Nevada's high-tech workforce

College of Engineering graduates are some of the brightest students in Nevada, and they're ready to work for you.

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Conducting cutting-edge research

We are committed to research and innovation that addresses local and national needs and improves the economy.

 

Engineering news

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Electrical engineering alum leads Tahoe utility through rising wildfire threats

Eric Schwarzrock champions grid power upgrades, detection technology and practical training for the next generation of engineers

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Computer Science & Engineering professors lead $1 million medical AI research project

Research looks at AI in breast cancer, medical text and sleep disorders; collaboration with local clinicians, teachers encouraged

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Society of Women Engineers gala highlights student power

Speaker Shannon Keegan advises students to pursue passions, join clubs and ask for help

The William N. Pennington Engineering Building

Opened in 2020, the William Pennington Engineering Building facilitates innovation in all five College of Engineering departments.

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Are you ready to make a world of difference?

Join the College of Engineering students, faculty and alumni who are developing the ideas, techniques and technologies that change the world.