Engineering

The School of Engineering offers a BS in Aerospace, Architectural, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering, and in Computer Science and Engineering Physics, as well as various MS, ME, MCE, PhD, DE, and certificate programs. Engineers apply the principles of science and mathematics to develop economical solutions to technical problems. Their work is the link between perceived social needs and commercial applications. A KU Engineering education helps students understand technical principles and the background behind them and prepares them for the changes ahead.

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Sample of Related Skills

Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
Design, production, operation and support of technical equipment like aircraft or drilling machinery
Apply the principles of chemistry to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals
Develop and manufacture a wide range of products, including fuels, fertilizers, synthetic fibers, and plastics
Plan design and construction of society's physical infrastructure that directly impact the health and safety of the public
Research, design, develop, test, manufacture and/or installing a broad range of electronic and/or computational devices and systems
Develop and/or support applications for computer systems

Popular Career Paths

Aerospace: Involves the design, production, operation and support of aircraft and spacecraft. Can also involve conducting research to solve problems and improve processes for the aerospace industry

Chemical: Includes the application of the principles of chemistry to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals as well as to develop and manufacture a wide range of products, including fuels, fertilizers, synthetic fibers, and plastics

Petroleum: Involves the discovery, drilling, recovery, production, and distribution of petroleum and natural gas. Can also include designing equipment and recovery processes of oil and gas

Civil: Includes the planning, design and construction of society's physical infrastructure that directly impact the health and safety of the public, including roads, bridges, water purification and distribution systems, dams and buildings

Electrical/Computer: Involves researching, designing, developing, testing, manufacturing and installing a broad range of electronic and/or computational devices and systems

Mechanical: Involves using the principles of mechanics and energy to conduct research and ultimately design, develop and manufacture tools and machines and other mechanical devices and systems

Jobs to Consider

Places to Seek Employment

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturers
Automotive Manufacturers
Biotechnology
Chemical Manufacturing Companies
Commercial and Freight Airline Companies
Commercial Space Operations
Consumer Electronics Companies
Design/Consulting Firms
Defense Firms
Engineering/Construction/Architectural Firms
Environmental Consulting Companies
Federal Government Agencies
Manufacturing Companies
Microchip Producers
National Research Laboratories/Institutes
Oil and Gas Companies
Pharmaceutical Companies
Railroads
Research and Development Laboratories
Software Companies
Solar Energy Companies
State and Local Government
Telecommunications
Transportation
Utility/Power Companies

Explore More Career Resources

Aerospace Engineering Professional Associations - provides links to professional organizations in Aerospace Engineering

Petroleum Engineering Professional Associations - provides links to professional organizations in Petroleum Engineering

Environmental Engineering Professional Associations - provides provides links to professional organizations in Environmental Engineering

Aerospace Engineering Employers - provides an extensive list of links to employers in the aerospace engineering field

American Astronautical Society Career Center - contains several career-related resources, including summer opportunities, career workshops and articles. AAS also offers a Job Register containing job postings.

NASA Undergraduate Student Research Program - offers undergraduates across the United States mentored internship experiences at NASA Centers and research support facilities.

National Air and Space Museum - contains job, internship, and volunteer opportunities

American Institute of Chemical Engineers Job Board - contains job and internship listings, career resources as well as networking opportunities

Chemical Engineering Employers - contains an extensive directory of chemical engineering employers

Petroleum Engineering Employers - provides an extensive listing of petroleum engineering employers, including federal government agencies

Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society Job Board - provides job listings in the aerospace and electronics fields

American Society of Civil Engineers Career Connection - contains job postings, career and job search resources, and salary surveys for professionals in civil engineering

Architectural Engineering Professional Associations - provides links to professional organizations in Architectural EngineeringC

Civil Engineering Career Overview - provides career information and resources for Civil Engineering