The Environmental Engineering (B.S.) at Oregon State University equips you to address critical global challenges in water, air, and waste management. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about protecting public health and the environment through scientific and engineering principles. You will delve into core areas such as material balances, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena, gaining a robust understanding of environmental systems. This program prepares you for a future where sustainable engineering solutions are paramount, fostering the expertise needed to design and implement effective environmental protection strategies.
You will study this program on campus full-time over four years, engaging with a curriculum that blends foundational science with practical engineering applications. The coursework includes essential subjects like general chemistry, calculus, physics, and specialized environmental engineering topics such as drinking water and wastewater treatment processes, air pollution control, and fate and transport of chemicals. Your learning will culminate in a capstone design project, where you will work in teams to solve complex, real-world environmental problems, preparing you for impactful careers in environmental consulting, government agencies, and industry.